Diving alone is not only boring but also dangerous. Finding other adventure-minded people is one of the most difficult aspects of getting into an adventure sport. How do you find dive buddies in your area?
This article will discuss the best ways to meet underwater friends for your next dive.
Visit a PADI Diving Shop
Dive shops are the best place to start looking for diving buddies. Divers are passionate about diving, and it is rare to find someone who isn’t open to chatting with you in a dive shop. Begin local and then expand your search. You can connect with other divers in the area by visiting a local dive shop. It may also provide interesting opportunities for exploring local dive sites.
A quick search on the PADI Shop Locator is the best way to locate PADI dive centres near you. Look at the available options and choose the one that suits you best. Diver shops all have their vibes, so visiting more than one is worth considering.
Sign Up for a Dive on Vacation, Even If You Don’t Have a Buddy
It’s the best thing about visiting a new location. It is being able to discover and meet new people. Talk to locals and take advantage of the opportunity to travel. They will generally have more information about what’s happening near you than you. Do your research and find the best dive shops before you sign up. Most likely, you’ll be paired up with a local or visiting diver. It’s amazing how many dive buddies you make on vacation become lifelong friends.
Search Online and Use Social Media
Modern solutions are required in today’s world. It’s easy to find other divers online by connecting with them through Facebook groups, Insta/ Tick accounts, and Reddit forums. You can search for “scuba diving” in the search bar and enter your location. Accounts and groups will be found that are relevant to you.
We recommend starting with the PADI Divers Around the World Facebook Group. This active group of more than 100,000 divers from all over the globe is where you can find new dive buddies daily.
Join a Dive Club
Divers from all over the globe have formed dive clubs. These groups are made up of divers who dive together, organize events locally, and travel to remote scuba destinations. Search online for leads to local clubs or visit your local PADI Dive Shop. Many clubs have Facebook pages and groups to advertise upcoming get-togethers.
Ask Your Family and friends. You can make or break your diving experience, no matter if you are doing it locally or on vacation. Begin with those closest to you, your family. Encourage them to take an Open Water Diver course if they haven’t yet become certified divers. This will allow them to earn their PADI and participate in your future diving adventures.
It’s easy and effective. Just send them an invitation. You never know; they might be just waiting for you to ask.
So how do you find dive buddies? Hopefully, at this point, you’ve considered a few of these ideas. Finding new dive buddies is as simple as it sounds.
Divers can make new friends and reconnect with old ones. Your diving trips will be even more enjoyable if you bring your crew back together.
