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Barefoot Divers Course Director Tati Pereira Develops Quality Dive Professionals with PADI IDCs at Barefoot Cay Resort Roatan
Roatan-based PADI Course Director Tati Pereira continues to build and enhance the scuba diving industry through her exclusive PADI Instructor Development Courses she conducts at the popular Barefoot Cay Resort on Roatan. Currently celebrating her 13th year as a PADI Course Director, he successful candidates have plenty of good things to say about Tati.
“Tati and her staff are top of the line people when it comes to training and really care that you complete and pass with above average scores,” says Bruce Bodden, a graduate of the Barefoot Cay program who currently is an active dive professional on the island. “I cannot think of enough accolades and words to describe her dedication. Tati and her staff took whatever time was necessary for all of us that needed that little extra assistance to ensure we would succeed.”
Well-known throughout the Caribbean region, Tati joined Barefoot Cay Divers in 2022. Since then, the Dive Center has become one of the most talked about facilities on the island. Tati’s professionalism and in-depth industry knowledge have resulted in a new generation of local dive professionals providing quality service and guidance to visitors and locals wanting to enjoy the local waters.
Another one of Tati’s graduates Anastasiia Kubrak said, “I was told ‘If you want to be JUST an instructor do it with anyone, but if you want to be a GREAT INSTRUCTOR you should do your training with Tati’. And that’s what I did.” A native of Ukraine, Anastasiia is putting her training to good use, working full-time as a dive professional on Roatan.
She adds, “I felt so confident at the exam compared to other students who did their IDC with other course directors. I knew I am trained so well and I shouldn’t be worried about anything. My expectations were fulfilled 1000% and I am very grateful to Tati for all the work that was done and for making me a great Scuba Instructor!”
The next PADI IDC program at Barefoot Divers is scheduled for August 5-18 at Barefoot Cay Resort. Following that, another program will be offered beginning September 8
Roatan’s popularity among the dive community continues to grow. The island’s diversity provides exceptional opportunities for recreational divers, advanced divers and professionals. Many candidates choose Roatan for their professional training because of the calm, warm waters, exceptional climate and quality training.
Tati points out that many dive professionals, upon completion of their IDC Course are often invited to join local dive operations as full-time dive professionals. For more information about Barefoot Divers, visit the website – https://www.barefootcay.com/diving
Last Thursday, Oyster Diving transformed Mercers Lake into a hauntingly unforgettable underwater realm for their inaugural Halloween Scuba Party. Approximately 20 intrepid divers plunged into the darkness, weaving through a mesmerising scene of spectral decorations, glow sticks, and eerie underwater pumpkins.
After the thrilling night dive, participants gathered to feast on a ghoulish spread of pumpkin soup, chilli con carne, and decadent fudge brownies, perfect fuel for the frightful festivities.
With a resounding success, Oyster Diving is excited to announce plans for this event to become an annual tradition. Next year, look forward to a fully licensed bar and live music, promising an even spookier celebration under the moonlit waters.
Join us next Halloween for an experience that promises to be a haunting delight!
Find out more about Oyster Diving at oysterdiving.com.
After a two-year tour of UK art galleries, community spaces and aquariums, the Shark Trust’s acclaimed Oceanic31 exhibition takes its final bow at the Royal Geographical Society later this month. And the unique collection of artwork, depicting 31 species of oceanic sharks and rays, donated by 31 artists, is now open for bids from art lovers and shark enthusiasts. The online auction, launched today, will close on the 7th December at 8pm (BST). The money raised will support the Shark Trust Oceanics Programme.
People can now bid on 27 of the artworks by visiting this website:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
It is a chance to own a beautiful piece of original art and to support the Shark Trust. The timing of the auction also means that these would make a very special Christmas gift for any shark-lover.
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- Bigeye Thresher Shark by Janina Rossiter
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- Carcharodon carcharias by Jimmy Higgs
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- Croc VR 2030 by Tom Mead
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- Oceanic Whitetip by ATM
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- Silky Street by ScapaJoe
The diversity of pieces mirrors that of the sharks and rays they represent. You can bid on paintings, digital creations, sculptures, mixed media and more. You can pick your favourite artist or species of shark. Or you can select the perfect artwork to make a statement in your home or office. Whichever you choose, you will be supporting the work to protect these amazing animals.
One of the pieces of art has been selected to be auctioned live by Steve Backshall at the For the Love of Sharks event at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 29th November. In addition to this, two further pieces will be raffled at this event, giving people a chance to win an incredible piece of shark art. For the Love of Sharks is the Shark Trust’s flagship evening. A night to celebrate sharks. Steve Backshall is the headline speaker at this event that will see other prominent shark advocates join him on stage.
Tickets for the event can be snapped up here:
https://thesharktrust.org.uk/Event/flos24
Those that would like to see the Oceanic 31 exhibition have one final chance. It is being displayed at the Pavilion at the Royal Geographic Society from 26th November until the 7th December. Entry is free.
Find out more here:
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/oceanic-31
Paul Cox, Shark Trust CEO, Said “This exhibition has given us the opportunity to reach out to a new audience. And inspire more people with the wonderful sharks and rays on which our Big Shark Pledge campaign is based. We are immensely grateful to the 31 artists who have worked so hard to create these works.”
Bid for your favourite Oceanic 31 artwork here:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
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