Complete Beginner’s Guide to Nitrox Diving (Enriched Air Diving)

Posted on06 Aug 2019

Even if you are brand new to scuba diving, you have seen the tell-tale yellow and green tanks used in nitrox diving. Nitrox diving has been around for decades. As this diving option increases in popularity, you’re going to see more...

What to Expect Scuba Diving in Egypt—and How to Plan a Trip There

Posted on01 Aug 2019

From history enthusiasts to scuba divers to beach chasers, Egypt is a bucket list destination for almost everyone. Especially for divers, The Red Sea offers perfect diving conditions and is the best place in the world for liveaboard dive trips....

What Is Neutral Buoyancy and How to Achieve Perfect Neutral Buoyancy While Diving

Posted on10 Jul 2019

Buoyancy determines if an object floats or sinks. There are three types of buoyancy, which are positive, negative, and neutral buoyancy. Positive is when an object is lighter than the fluid, while negative is when the object is denser. Neutral...

Diving Deep: How to Avoid Shark Attacks

Posted on09 Jul 2019

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Sharks are the king predators of the marine kingdom. Most people revere them. The first thought that comes to mind when you think of a shark is being bitten or killed by one. Every year, an average of 8 people...

Gear Checks: How to Clean and Maintain Your Dive Gear

Posted on03 Jun 2019

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If you’ve caught the scuba bug you’re likely either shopping for, or you already own your own dive gear. Think of dive gear as life-support equipment. Your gear helps you breathe, helps you see, and helps control your movement while...

How Scuba Divers See Color Change Underwater

Posted on01 Jun 2019

Because water is roughly 800 times denser than air, it absorbs light extremely fast. This makes the struggle real for underwater photographers. Underwater colors appear duller and duller the deeper you go, with certain colors fading faster than others. Keep...

Should Scuba Refresher Courses Be Mandatory?

Posted on14 May 2019

Of the 23 scuba diving fatalities in the U.S. and Canada in 2016, more than half were certified beyond the basic Open Water Diver level. Experience doesn’t mean you’re safe but if it’s been a while since your last dive,...

Diving Rough Seas: How to Handle Heavy Current Underwater

Posted on06 May 2019

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Scuba diving has a fairly brief, interesting, and rather bumpy history. This is primarily due to the fact that early diving gear was…Shall we say, less than effective? Luckily, the days of wooden barrels and 200-pound suits are far behind...

Keep Calm and Dive On: How To Avoid Panic While Scuba Diving

Posted on23 Apr 2019

Have you ever experienced a panic attack before? Not everyone has, and the signs aren’t always visible. You may not think it’s a big deal, but panic is a significant factor in diving accidents and deaths. Before you head under...

Diving With a Camera: How to Take Underwater Photos Like the Pros

Posted on15 Apr 2019

Do you want to bring a bit of your scuba diving experience back up to the surface with you? Taking underwater pictures is a fun way to enjoy the water long after your dive.Underwater photography is both fun and rewarding....

4 Pro Tips for Picking the Ideal Scuba Diving Suit

Posted on04 Apr 2019

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There are 2.87 million people choosing to spend their free time exploring the ocean. If you’re interested in the beautiful deep blue, then you should check out scuba diving. Start visiting the best dive sites in the world to get your fins...

Why You Should Consider Getting Scuba Diving Certification

Posted on24 Mar 2019

Is traveling the world on your bucket list? Many people say they are “traveling the world”. But if they’re sticking to dry land, they are missing a HUGE chunk of it. Did you know that over 70% of the planet is...

Facing Your Fears: How to Overcome Claustrophobia While Diving

Posted on19 Feb 2019

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Experts estimate around five percent of Americans have claustrophobia. Unlike other phobia’s, claustrophobia doesn’t keep you from going about your daily activities. It does have bad timing, though, and can keep you from participating in certain pastimes. Pastimes such as...

5 Important Tips to Help You Maintain Your Scuba Gear

Posted on18 Feb 2019

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Did you know that artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci designed scuba gear way back in the 16th century? It featured a suit and face mask made of pigskin, goggles, hollow breathing tubes made from cane and reinforced with steel, and...

Starting Slow: The Best Scuba Diving Destinations for Novices

Posted on15 Jan 2019

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You don’t have to be a pro to enjoy scuba diving. However, you do have to choose your dive sites wisely. Get it wrong, and you could be in over your head. If you’re wondering where to start, we’ve got you...

5 Tips on How to Improve Your Breathing While Diving

Posted on14 Jan 2019

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Becoming a better diver has very little to do with the quality of your equipment. While your gear may make diving easier or allow you to tackle different types of dives, your own skills have more effect on how your...

Going Wreck Diving?: Top Tips for a Fun and Safe Dive

Posted on06 Dec 2018

As you’ve discovered, there’s more to see beneath the waves than just rainbow coral and pretty fish! Wreck diving is a super-cool experience – it’s your chance to get up close and personal with famous sunken ships. If you’ve ever longed...

How to Achieve Perfect Neutral Buoyancy in Scuba Diving

Posted on05 Dec 2018

Perfecting neutral buoyancy while scuba diving may look easy, but it’s just the opposite. Not only will achieving neutral buoyancy make your dives a better experience, but it will improve your overall athleticism. While buoyancy may be one of the...

Scuba Diving for Beginners: 3 Perfect NJ Spots for Your First Dive

Posted on13 Nov 2018

Are you new diver in New Jersey? If so, you may not know the best spots for scuba in the area. In fact, you may not even think of New Jersey as that great of a place for scuba to...

What Is Scuba Diving? Common Questions Asked by Non Divers to Divers

Posted on12 Nov 2018

With as many as six million active scuba divers around the world, there’s never been a better time to take an interest in the world of diving. Of course, if you’re brand new to the hobby, you likely have some...

5 Reasons Red Sea Scuba Diving Should Be on Your Radar

Posted on10 Oct 2018

Are you looking for a new scuba adventure? Then you need to check out Red Sea scuba diving. The Red Sea is a part of the Great Rift Valley, bordering countries like Egypt and Saudi Arabia. It’s a deep sea...

Depth-Induced Pulmonary Edema: How to Avoid It

Posted on08 Oct 2018

Scuba diving isn’t just tons of fun and an amazing way to see the world around you. It’s also a great workout.However, you need to educate yourself about how to scuba safely. Whether you’re an experienced scuba diver, or if...

Wetsuit vs Drysuit: What is the Difference for Scuba Diving?

Posted on08 Aug 2018

Are you getting ready to venture out on a scuba diving trip? Having the right equipment is key to your enjoyment! It’s possible that a wetsuit or drysuit may be on your list of items to prepare. We’re going to...

Diving and Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: 10 Things You Need to Know

Posted on08 Aug 2018

There is beauty below the ocean’s surface. People experience aquatic life and scenery through diving. Diving can be an amazing hobby, but without proper preparation, it can turn dangerous. One lesser known injury that can occur when diving is damage...

The Proper Etiquette On Crowded Dive Boats

Posted on11 Jul 2018

Did you know that more than three million people in the United States participate in scuba diving each year? Of course, if you’ve ever tried to wrangle enough space for yourself and your equipment aboard a dive boat, this statistic...

How to Recognize Decompression Sickness

Posted on11 Jul 2018

If you’re not brand new to diving, you’ve heard of decompression sickness. It’s called DCI, but you may have heard it referred to as BENDS. This is what happens when a diver doesn’t take enough time to come up from...

What is a Rescue Diver and How Do You Become One?

Posted on05 Jun 2018

Are you looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career change? Do you enjoy scuba diving and are wondering how you can turn that hobby into a full-fledged career? If you would like to make a career out of scuba diving...

10 Common Scuba Diving Hand Signals

Posted on04 Jun 2018

Communication is key. It’s a phrase that you will hear used over again in all walks of life. Yet, when it comes to scuba diving, there it is more certainly true. When you are under the water, knowing and understanding...

What Are the Different Scuba Certification Levels?

Posted on10 May 2018

If you’ve ever been interested in the diverse and colorful world that lies beneath the ocean, then you might be wondering how to get scuba certified. And you aren’t alone. There are roughly 6 million scuba divers around the world....

Middle Ear Barotrauma While Diving: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Posted on10 May 2018

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It’s an amazing experience, but diving isn’t without its risks. Around 50% of divers have witnessed decompression problems. But the risks associated with water pressure are avoidable with just a little advanced knowledge. Ear barotrauma is a common pressure-related diving...

The Best Sea Diving Trips in the Pacific

Posted on16 Apr 2018

Are you sea diving in the Pacific? Get ready for the trip of a lifetime. The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth, encompassing over 60 million square miles and covering 30 percent of the Earth’s surface....

The Ultimate Scuba Diving Guide for a Beginner Scuba Diver

Posted on16 Apr 2018

Did you know that there are 6,400 PADI dive centers and resorts in 186 countries worldwide? If you’re a beginner scuba diver, this means there are thousands of places for you to start learning and practicing. Uncertain about the perils...

Scuba Diving Deaths: How to Avoid it

Posted on25 Mar 2018

Scuba diving is a hobby cherished by many. It allows you to have a front seat to the exciting life under the ocean. However, it also comes with some risks. Scuba diving deaths are not uncommon. Keep reading for ways...

The Top 5 Pieces of Scuba Equipment All Divers Should Have

Posted on25 Mar 2018

Scuba diving is becoming a very popular hobby or sport. In fact, over 3 million people in the United States are active divers. If you are a diver or thinking about starting, it is important to know which scuba equipment...

Must-Have Scuba Diving Gear: A Guide

Posted on10 Feb 2018

Scuba diving is not as dangerous as some people seem to think. While there is some risk involved, having the proper scuba diving gear is important for safety purposes. Of course, materials can be rented, but the price can start...

5 Tips on Scuba Diving for Beginners

Posted on04 Feb 2018

Learning how to scuba dive can open you up to a new world of travel and exploration. There are so many beautiful places to scuba dive around the world, and visiting them can expose you to sights you could never...

5 Reasons to Go Scuba Diving

Posted on11 Jan 2018

It must come as a surprise that two-thirds of Americans fear deep waters. Beneath the waters lies the most alluring and mesmerizing sites in the world. This is one of the top reasons to go scuba diving. But there are...

Taking It up a Notch – Scuba Diving with Sharks

Posted on11 Jan 2018

Are you a fan of scuba diving? If the answers yes, consider ramping it up a notch and dive with sharks. This may sound scary. However, there’s a higher chance dying climbing a ladder while taking the star off your...

How To Have The Ultimate Underwater Wedding

Posted on08 Dec 2017

No single day in your life is as special as your wedding. It’s a beautiful day where you and your spouse, surrounded by friends and loved ones, become a union. However, planning a wedding isn’t exactly cheap. In fact, the...

The Dangers Of Flying After Diving

Posted on07 Dec 2017

For the avid diver, the question of when you can fly after a dive is a serious one. This is most likely because you are desperate to get the last dive in before having to get back on a plane...

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Denise Esakoff

20:47 11 Aug 19

Mike and the Scuba Guru dive team are fantastic! The class days/times were super convenient. I especially loved the small class sizes and the one on one instruction. All the pool and open water training was highly personalized with the perfect emphasis on safety and comfort in the water balanced with a fun personable team. Great weekend PADI certification experience!read more

Evelyn Lazen

18:00 21 Jul 19

The scuba guru team does NOT mess around. If you are looking for a thorough understanding of your gear, as well as feeling comfortable under water doing skills without being prompted, this is your man. 4 stars for having to wake up insanely early, and also if you are afraid of diving, this might not be a good pick because the learning environment is very intenseread more

Avtar Batth

16:16 14 Jul 19

On behalf on my son and I, I’d like to sincerely thank the Scuba Guru team. The experience was exceptional! Michael came every day with highly qualified instructors, enough for a one on one experience, which lead to a very efficient and knowledgeable experience. Following my sons qualification , he feels confident that he has learned and understood the information, all thanks to Michael. I would highly recommend this place for anyone who wishes to get certified in the Central and North Jersey area.read more

Rachel D

17:43 07 Jul 19

I did the Scuba Guru’s open water diver certification course to get refresher dives in before my vacation. The team was very thorough with their certification and I felt it was safer and much more detailed than my original certification. There were four divemasters to five student divers; I can’t emphasize enough how safe it was. I was very satisfied with the service and my dad, who was getting certified for the first time, felt the exact same way. The team will go over every skill until everyone understands it and makes everyone understands the content 100%. I also had a very fun time and had a great weekend overall, and I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to get scuba certified for the first time.read more

Amit Chhabra

17:22 23 Jun 19

Got my Open Water Dive certificate from Scuba Guru. Had a really good time. Scuba guru team was very helpful, patient (I struggled in the beginning), and detail oriented. Nothing was done just to check the box but the team goes thru every drill in detail and repeat it until you are comfortable and confident with it.read more

Stephanie Grinis

11:42 17 Jun 19

The scuba guru team was amazing! Really thorough and patient as they certified my 11 year old for our trip. They were very accommodating and would highly recommend them.read more

Christy Daughterty

16:58 15 Jun 19

Scuba Guru Team was awesome! A lot of Knowledge that will definitely build on my experience level even as an open diver for 5 years already. I am preparing to deploy and very adaptable to my time schedule and availability. Felt 100% safe the entire time and very concerned with what I as an individual takes away from the course. Will definitely return for all future training.read more

Perpetual Pilgrim

17:16 09 Jun 19

Scuba guru staff knows what they’re talking about. There’s a lot of attention to detail and a genuine desire for you to learn and know your skills. If you want to learn for real, see scuba guru. You want to learn from someone like people in this staff.Scuba guru is also super reputable - 5 stars.read more

Hunter Willie

14:52 09 Jun 19

The scuba guru team really worked with me to help me get certified. I have Eustachian tube issues and wasn’t able to complete my open water checkout dives as scheduled. Mike worked with me to reschedule. Greg spent the entire weekend going slow at my own pace so I could complete the certification. Had fun diving with this great team!read more

brenda blain

16:21 02 Jun 19

I took the Open Water certification course this weekend with the Scuba Guru team and they were very supportive and attentive to detail while teaching the students. I had a great time and was able to learn in a comfortable setting. They will go as slow or as fast as you need for learning. Would highly recommendread more

Kristen Frick

16:57 26 May 19

The scuba guru team is amazing! Even though I was very nervous, my instructor Mike was very supportive and helped me through my nerves. I feel confident going to Thailand this summer to scuba dive because of Mike and his team. Thank you!read more

jessica loury

16:56 26 May 19

Truly had an awesome experience from the open water class. The Scuba Guru team made me feel so confident and did a great job at making sure everyone felt good. Deff recommend scuba guru for any diving classes!read more

Jenna Daniel

16:50 19 May 19

I had a great experience with scuba guru. I was very inexperienced with knowledge on diving and getting certified taught me a lot. I’m happy I chose them to get my certification because they made it fun and exciting!read more

Matthew Daniel

16:49 19 May 19

The Scuba Guru team did a great job. The course was very educational and fun at the same time. Very engaging and I now feel comfortable diving in the future! 👌🏻read more

Alexander Ruiz

16:34 11 May 19

Scuba guru definitely makes you feel comfortable in the water, I had a moment of panic and with the teams help I was able to collect myself and now I feel as comfortable as I do on land... Will be doing my advanced dives with scuba guru. You won't regret choosing the guru teamread more

Rene Clark

15:49 05 May 19

The Scuba Guru team was wonderful in helping me get certified for diving. I had a limited amount of time to get my courses in before a trip to the Philippines and they worked with me to get everything done in plenty of time. They were efficient, professional, and I always felt safe and comfortable in the water! Highly recommend!read more

Scott Bernstein

The team at Scuba Guru was fantastic! Highly recommend them for any level of scuba training that you’re interested in. Highly informative about all aspects of what to expect from the dive and patient with the students to ensure everyone is comfortable with skills before moving on. Great equipment provided including 7mm wet suits for a cold weekend! Great time.read more

Joseph Bommarito

14:38 19 Apr 19

The Scuba Guru Team,We had a blast during our Part 1 Open Water Training with you! When searching for scuba open water certification in New Jersey, we searched google for scuba dive instruction and spoke to Mike at Scuba Guru for more information. He was awesome! Very helpful and the guy really knows his stuff! We decided to do Part 1 of our Scuba Open Water Certification with Scuba Guru in preparation for my trip to Palau and Southwest Asia! After I finish our Open Water, we will be back for my advanced diver! Highly recommend!read more

Jeanne Bennett

13:39 12 Apr 19

The Scuba Guru Team is outstanding. I have a pretty big fear of being underwater from a past accident but also really want to dive. The Scuba Guru Team is patient, safety minded and knows how to help you get your mind in the right place to master all the skills. Plus we got the course done thoroughly and efficiently. Great great team and I am grateful for the support and coaching they provide!read more

Holly Freeman

19:42 01 Mar 19

Awesome experience! Mike and his team really know their stuff and make you feel confident that you’ll be prepared to dive! The team provided a lot of tips and tricks to make diving accessible for the widest audience, and I'm confident in approaching my open water certification dives.They were fun, friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this place to anyone that wants to get certified.read more

Kevin Allen

14:31 08 Feb 19

The Scuba Guru team made our enclosed diving class a great experience! To the instructors were very informative, knowledgeable and down to earth. The class size was very small so we really got the attention needed and were able to fine tune the skills we learned in the pool. We took this course in hopes to prepare for our open water checkout dives on vacation. I feel I am more than confident and overly prepared to take the next step in diving!Thank you Scuba Guru team!read more

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