PADI Advanced Open Water Diver

Solo diving mastery, planning and gas management

“Hello, colleagues and underwater enthusiasts! Over the years, while conducting training and studying wrecks in the Baltic Sea, I have heard countless discussions about whether diving alone is recklessness or high pilotage. As an instructor, I will tell you straight: solo diving is not a story about […]

The path to mastery and self-sufficiency with “Solo Diving”

Solo diving is the path to mastery and self-sufficiency. Have you ever dreamed of diving where you don't have to adjust to your partner's air consumption, swimming pace, or photography passions? Solo diving is no longer the “forbidden fruit” – nowadays it is one of the most sought-after courses for experienced […]

Nitrox diving guide for divers and scuba divers

PADI Technical Instructor Valters Preimanis shares the information you need to know about nitrox diving before you start your Enriched Air Diver course. 🐠 Introduction: Enriched air is taking over the underwater world Nowadays, on diving motor yachts, you can see that […]

Rescue Diver Diving Club Diving

What to do in an underwater rescue emergency if you suddenly run out of air

The underwater environment is magical, but it requires respect and constant preparedness for emergencies. Out-of-Air is one of the most serious situations a diver can experience. Only confident, instinctive and controlled action can save a life, PADI MSDT Valters Preimanis recommends, going out […]

An Underwater Language Guide to Diver Gestures and Signals

Underwater language does not exist in words. In the silent underwater world, safe and effective communication requires a universal language of signs and gestures, which is crucial for both safety and sharing your impressive discoveries. This article will provide a comprehensive guide to the various underwater gestures that […]

Walters Priemanis, a diver in Iria, Ireland

Why divers use Nitrox gas mixtures up to 40% oxygen

Do you want Nitrox? Dive longer and safer! Hello, aspiring and existing diving enthusiasts! If you are a PADI beginner or considering starting your underwater adventure, this article is for you. We at daivings.lv want to tell you about something that can significantly improve […]

PADI eLearning, learn to dive at your own pace, anywhere!

A modern and convenient way to learn diving theory online before practical lessons in the water is the PADI eLearning® program. It offers a great opportunity to learn the necessary knowledge at a time and place that suits you best, using a computer or mobile device. eLearning theory courses online […]

Underwater diving club “Daivings.lv” helps people

Diving for everyone Diving is an exciting and inspiring experience that can be accessible to everyone, regardless of the level of physical or mental abilities. Diving club “Daivings.lv” is the first organization in the Baltic States to offer diving training to people with various physical disabilities. Our instructors are […]

Welcome to the PADI Community

How to access PADI cards?

Congratulations on successfully completing the PADI diving course! Now your PADI eCard is available and you can easily use it to prove your qualifications to diving instructors and operators around the world. Why choose a PADI eCard? In today's digital world, more and more services and […]