Since recent years, scuba divers have become more popular. NAUI is one the largest organizations that promotes this activity. It is a non-profit organization that offers certification in a range of areas. However, it only has a few locations throughout Asia compared to PADI. Its divers must be willing to travel a bit to receive training.
NAUI is a non-profit organization
The NAUI began in 1950. Most instructors are volunteers. Some have been diving since the beginning. NAUI began to train instructors, who weren't necessarily scuba divers, in the 1960s. NAUI was established by volunteers from several countries, including Canada. NAUI became a separate entity when it was finally established. The association has expanded internationally, including alliances with DAN and Performance Freediving International. NAUI's marketing campaign "The Definition Of Diving" was launched in the 1970s. In 1979, more than 5,000 instructors were certified by the organization.
The organization's goal promotes safe diving and the preservation aquatic environments. It allows divers to be part of a group of underwater explorers. It allows divers to connect through the website and social media platforms, sharing photos and videos as well as stories.
It offers a range of certification programs
NAUI offers various certification programs for anyone who wants to be a certified diver. These courses include instruction on the basics of diving equipment and safety topics. It is also useful for anyone who wants to learn how to spearfish, and how to collect specimens. This course covers safety issues and techniques involved in spearfishing and collecting.
In addition to its training programs, NAUI also has a mobile app that allows users to easily and quickly replace their certification cards. It includes useful tools for planning dives, continuing training, and more. NAUI is a well-known name in the recreational diving industry, with its roots in Los Angeles in the 1950s. A few decades later, the Sea Hunt TV program brought NAUI to the U.S., attracting many Californians wanting to become certified divers.
It's taught in Asia at a select few locations
PADI offers the same certification courses as NAUI, but NAUI is offered in fewer places than SSI and PADI. Both organizations provide the same skills and teach life-saving lessons. The main difference between them is that NAUI is a non-profit agency, while PADI is a for-profit organization.
NAUI began in the 1950s in Los Angeles. The magazine Skin Diver introduced American divers to the sport, while a TV program called Sea Hunt attracted potential divers.
It has fewer locations that PADI
PADI and NAUI are very different despite their similarities. The way that the organization teaches, and the certification requirements are some of the most significant differences. They are very similar in many aspects, but they differ in the way they teach and how they emphasize diver skills. Your physical abilities and attitude towards the training process will determine whether you choose PADI over NAUI. PADI or NAUI may be different, but both offer high-quality training.
While both organizations have similar training requirements, NAUI puts more emphasis on safety. The requirements for both organizations are similar in that they require their divers to complete three stages: the basic course, the advanced course and the professional course. Although the requirements for each stage of certification may vary from one center to another, generally NAUI divers must complete six dives above 40 meters while PADI divers must complete five below 30 meters. Both organizations require students to complete 40 open dives in order to earn their Divemaster certification.
It is easier than PADI
PADI, NAUI and ASA both offer scuba divers certifications. However there are some differences. PADI and NAUI are both for-profit organizations. Both certifications allow people to dive, and they also teach life-saving and safety lessons. The difference lies in the training methods and certification requirements.
PADI is a world-renowned diver training association. John Cronin and Ralph Erickson established it in 1966. Both were NAUI instructors. They developed flexible diver training courses. PADI's courses cover everything you need to know about diving, from basic to advanced recreational diving. It has more than 13,000 professional members, and is present in more than 180 countries.