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RAID Releases New Instructor Development and Instructor Trainer Program Manuals
RAID International has released new Instructor Development Program (IDP) and Instructor Trainer Program (ITP) Manuals claiming acknowledgement for introducing yet another fresh approach to the dive industry’s needs.
RAID International Training Director, Paul Toomer, said: “The new RAID IDP and ITP Manuals are unique in the diving industry, in that they are designed to train instructors and instructor trainers in any of the major diving disciplines such as recreational, rebreather, technical or freediving. We at RAID have designed a system where instructor and instructor trainer candidates can chose to focus on a particular discipline without necessarily having to become a recreational scuba instructor or trainer. This means that professional members can fulfil their own desires without participating in programs that do not interest them or have little relevance to their chosen career path. Furthermore, the new programs ensure there is nothing missing from the vital components of becoming a cutting edge instructor in the chosen discipline. In fact, these programs produce a better trained and more dedicated professional within the chosen sphere of interest.”
RAID International Business and Marketing Director, Terry Cummins, said: “I really love the approach we at RAID have taken with these manuals. It addresses the fact that one system does not fit all. I know many dive professionals will love our methodology. For example, for a very long time I have been hearing from my tech diving friends that they want to be a tech or CCR Instructor or CCR Trainer, but have no interest in teaching open circuit scuba and therefore have not progressed with that part of their career. In such cases the dive industry is the loser as some great people just do not go on.”
Cummins (laughing) added: “Let me put it this way; I had a friend tell me she was not going to spend $10,000 and travel to a remote region of the world to learn how to teach bubble blowing instructors while her interest is in CCRs. In my opinion, this sums it up. Diving has moved on from a total focus and being dominated by open circuit scuba training at the instructor and instructor trainer levels in particular. Similarly, we have at RAID some of the best freedivers on the planet and they have their special techniques and training regimes that are not commonly addressed in other instructor or instructor trainer programs.”
So, it appears with this latest ground breaking initiative by RAID, they provide the mechanism for diving professionals to choose career paths that specifically interest them in a very cost effective way by not asking them to either study, or spend time and money on subjects and skills they don’t really need.
RAID International CEO, Jim Holliday, said: “Every day I grow prouder of our team if that is at all possible. Sure we have some of the most experienced dive educators in the world at RAID, but beside that, they have a good handle on what the industry really wants and are providing it with ground breaking new material. I am sure this will become even more evident when we launch in the very near future our new Deep and Wreck Courses.”
To learn more contact your local RAID Regional Office or find all the information you need on all RAID programs at www.diveraid.com and www.freedivingraid.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
Banner Image: Smooth Hammerhead by Alicia Hayden
Cozy and warm in cold water.
It’s drysuit season all year round. With the new RS series premium drysuits from DYNAMICNORD, divers are perfectly equipped for all cold waters.
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Noteworthy is the Molle fastening system, which can be used in a variable and compatible manner. This way, the two detachable leg pockets can be attached easily, safely and comfortably.
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The matching Dynaskins made with high-quality Polartec® technology are available in various designs. As an undersuit under the drysuit, as a single suit in warm waters or as a two-piece suit. Polartec® technology’s main features are neutral buoyancy, breathablilty and quick-drying.
Dynaskins are made largely from recycled plastic bottles.
The drysuit RS-351 for men and RS-352 for women are now available at your DYNAMICNORD dealer and in the online store.
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