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Three Ways to Increase Diver Safety
Written by DAN Staff
Dive incident statistics show both improvements in diver safety and areas where divers may need more help. The DAN Annual Diving Report provides information about the most frequent causes of injury among divers. Dive professionals can learn from these statistics and continue to improve diver safety by reinforcing training concepts that encourage divers to follow safe diving practices. Knowing how to avoid common issues can reduce their chances of being involved in dive incidents.
Weighting
Overweighting is a common problem and a difficult issue to tackle. You may weight students correctly in class, but can’t control how they weight themselves after certification. Besides making a point to remind students that they should always use the correct amount of weight, you could address the issue with additional training, such as a PADI Peak Performancy Buoyancy course, or offer to help divers figure out proper weighting anytime the have an equipment change or just need a tune-up. Overweighting is a significant hazard to both new and experienced divers. Emphasize the need to develop good weighting habits to not only increase safety, but to also to add to their comfort and enjoyment in the water.
Buoyancy Control
With practice, every student should be able to attain neutral buoyancy and horizontal trim before finishing a course. You’re well aware that the inability to control buoyancy during ascent or descent can cause serious injury or death. Not being able to maintain their position or minimize drag in the water can cause new divers to become unaware of their depth or cause collisions with dangerous objects. It can also decrease visibility when they stir up the bottom and cause them to become exhausted due to excessive finning through the water. Focus on mastery of proper buoyancy techniques and encourage lots of practice in your courses. Keeping your students comfortably in control and happily finning through the water throughout their initial training will make them less likely to run into issues post-certification.
Checklists
The mandated use of checklists in aerospace, health care and other areas has significantly decreased the number of incidents and accidents in those industries. The same trend is coming into focus in diving. Whether you use the premade checklists from PADI materials or create your own, using a checklist is an excellent way to ensure that you have everything you need to run a class, board a vessel or get in the water, especially when managing multiple students and assistants. Checklists are an excellent resource for reducing errors. They should serve as reminders of key points rather than just to-do lists. Role model checklist use and encourage students to carry and use checklists for all their dives.
For more information about incident statistics, visit DAN.org.
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Job Opportunities
Join Our Team – Diving Jobs in Kos, Greece
Are you a passionate diving professional who loves teaching and inspiring others underwater? At Kos Divers, we’re always on the lookout for dedicated scuba instructors, Divemasters, and enthusiastic team members to join our growing dive center in Psalidi, Kos.
What We’re Looking For
We prioritize quality, professionalism, and safety above all else. We're currently hiring:
- PADI Divemasters able to conduct Discover Scuba Diving programs, guide certified divers, and assist instructors during training.
- Candidates with a solid understanding of the PADI system and experience in the diving industry.
- Individuals who are comfortable with hands-on tasks, including tank filling, equipment maintenance, and servicing.
Experience in sales, customer service, and working in dynamic team environments is a big plus.
Opportunities for Divers & Non-Divers
Even if you’re not yet a certified diver, we welcome motivated, reliable individuals interested in learning and growing within the dive industry. As a team member, you’ll take part in:
- Supporting dive instructors and Divemasters
- Handling equipment and shop duties
- Engaging with customers and learning about sales
- Continuous on-the-job training and professional development
Our Work Culture
At Kos Divers, we’re passionate about diving and committed to creating a focused, high-standard work environment. If you're more into partying than professionalism, this probably isn't the place for you.
However, if you’re serious about diving, love to learn, and want to be part of a respected dive center, we’d love to hear from you.
Use our [contact form] to apply or learn more about diving jobs in Kos.
Private / Package of 2 private sea dives for certified divers (two shore dives in the same day, incl full equipment)
Package of 2 private sea dives for certified divers (in the same day, incl full equipment)
Enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention of our private dive guide service. Booked exclusively for you, this service ensures that you make the most of your holiday. At Kos Divers, we offer private dive services designed to help you improve or refresh your diving skills in a uniquely personal way.
Our dive center is located right next to the sea, offering access to a dive site rich in marine life, including fish, octopus, and more.
The crystal-clear waters provide excellent visibility. The maximum depth of our dive site is 17 meters, but we can adjust to shallower depths based on your preferences or needs.
This package of two dives will take approximately 3 hours, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy the rest of your day.
Why Go Private?
By choosing a private dive, you receive the extra care and attention that group dives can't offer.
Maximum of two divers per group or more if they are family members or close friends!
The cost of a private guide is small compared to the significant benefits, making it ideal for:
- Divers who enjoy diving in smaller, more personal groups
- Children
- Divers who lack confidence
- Inexperienced or those who haven't dived for a while
- Underwater photographers who need extra time
- Divers with physical challenges requiring special care
- Those who use a lot of air and want to improve their efficiency
Dive site
Our dive center is located right by the sea, offering direct access to a local dive site with clear, crystal waters and excellent visibility. The maximum depth ranges between 17 and 18 meters. The site is rich in diverse marine life, including octopuses, rockfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs, schools of bream, triggerfish, stingrays, lionfish, and much more.
Shore diving is an affordable and flexible way to explore the underwater world, without the need for boat logistics.
It’s ideal for any time of the day, and our site is perfect for all levels of divers—whether you are training, refreshing your skills, or are an advanced diver.
The dive begins with a slow, easy entry from the beach to a sandy plateau between 0–5 meters, offering calm, pool-like conditions.
This is an ideal spot to practice breathing, swimming, and buoyancy, especially for novices or those who haven't dived in a while.
A short swim from this plateau, you’ll find a gentle slope leading down to a second plateau at 12–17 meters.
Here, you can find replicas of Greek statues on the seabed, a unique and scenic spot for underwater photography.
The seafloor is a mix of sand, rock, seagrass, and Posidonia oceanica fields, supporting an unexpectedly rich variety of marine life for a shore dive.
Marine Life in Kos
Typical marine life you might encounter includes octopuses, rockfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs, schools of bream, triggerfish, stingrays, lionfish, and more. Occasionally, you might spot amberjacks, small tunas, or Mediterranean barracudas hunting in the blue. Some species are unique to our waters, while others are Lessepsian immigrants from the Red Sea.
Group / Package of 2 group sea dives for certified divers (two shore dives in the same day, incl full equipment)
Package of two group sea dives for certified divers (in the same day, incl full equipment)
Every Wednesday and Saturday
The group dive package is ideal for certified divers who have dived recently and are comfortable joining a group of divers with varying levels of experience.
Dive site
Our dive center is located right by the sea, offering direct access to a local dive site with clear, crystal waters and excellent visibility. The maximum depth ranges between 17 and 18 meters. The site is rich in diverse marine life, including octopuses, rockfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs, schools of bream, triggerfish, stingrays, lionfish, and much more.
Shore diving is an affordable and flexible way to explore the underwater world, without the need for boat logistics.
It’s ideal for any time of the day, and our site is perfect for all levels of divers—whether you are training, refreshing your skills, or are an advanced diver.
The dive begins with a slow, easy entry from the beach to a sandy plateau between 0–5 meters, offering calm, pool-like conditions.
This is an ideal spot to practice breathing, swimming, and buoyancy, especially for novices or those who haven't dived in a while.
A short swim from this plateau, you’ll find a gentle slope leading down to a second plateau at 12–17 meters.
Here, you can find replicas of Greek statues on the seabed, a unique and scenic spot for underwater photography.
The seafloor is a mix of sand, rock, seagrass, and Posidonia oceanica fields, supporting an unexpectedly rich variety of marine life for a shore dive.
Marine Life in Kos
Typical marine life you might encounter includes octopuses, rockfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs, schools of bream, triggerfish, stingrays, lionfish, and more. Occasionally, you might spot amberjacks, small tunas, or Mediterranean barracudas hunting in the blue. Some species are unique to our waters, while others are Lessepsian immigrants from the Red Sea.
Will I have my own instructor or a divemaster to take care of me?
We offer Private dives and courses with your private instructor or divemaster.
PADI Open Water Diver course / Private
PADI Open Water Diver / Private course details
The PADI Open Water Diver course is, by far, the world's most popular scuba certification course. Millions of people have started diving as certified PADI Open Water Divers. Learning to scuba dive requires both knowledge development (facts, principles, concepts) and dive skills (techniques, methods).
In the PADI Open Water Diver course, your PADI Instructor takes you through the basics of learning how to scuba dive up to 18m. You start in a pool or pool-like conditions and progress to the open water getting the background knowledge along the way.
Earning your PADI Open Water Diver certification is just the beginning. As a certified diver, fabulous dive destinations, exciting people, unparalleled adventure and uncommon tranquility await you. And, as you continue your adventure and gain experience through higher training levels, your opportunities expand.
Why Open water course / Private? extra safety and flexibility
We offer the extra care and attention that you won’t find in group courses! Maximum of two divers per group or more if they are family members or close friends!
The cost of a private course is small compared to the benefits you receive.
Our Private Open Water Diver course, is ideal for:
- Families and friends who prefer not to dive in a group
- Those who lack confidence in swimming or being underwater
- Children
- Individuals with physical challenges who need extra care
- Couples who want to dive together!
PADI Open Water Diver course / group course
PADI Open Water Diver / group course
Starting every Friday
The PADI Open Water Diver course is, by far, the world's most popular scuba certification course. Millions of people have started diving as certified PADI Open Water Divers. Learning to scuba dive requires both knowledge development (facts, principles, concepts) and dive skills (techniques, methods).
In the PADI Open Water Diver course, your PADI Instructor takes you through the basics of learning how to scuba dive up to 18m. You start in a pool or pool-like conditions and progress to the open water getting the background knowledge along the way.
Earning your PADI Open Water Diver certification is just the beginning. As a certified diver, fabulous dive destinations, exciting people, unparalleled adventure and uncommon tranquility await you. And, as you continue your adventure and gain experience through higher training levels, your opportunities expand.
Padi open water course / group course
- The PADI Open Water Diver course (group option) is ideal for student divers who prefer to join a class starting every Friday
PADI Discover Scuba Diving / Private
Discover Scuba Diving (for beginners and non certified divers)
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to find out but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it.
The Discover Scuba Diving experience is the perfect program for those looking to try something new this year. It is designed for those who have no experience with scuba diving, but want to know what it’s like to breathe underwater. While this program is not an actual certification course, it will open your eyes to new possibilities and give you a taste of how much fun it is to scuba dive. During the Discover Scuba diving program, you’ll learn what it’s like to wear scuba equipment, basic safety rules and how it feels to breathe underwater.
Why Discover Scuba Diving / Private?
We offer personalized attention that you won't get in a group setting! Maximum of two divers per group or more if they are family members or close friends!
Our Discover Scuba Diving / Private includes two (2) dives:
1. Pool Dive: In a safe, shallow environment where you can stand up at any time, you'll learn the basics of scuba diving and get familiar with your equipment.
2. Sea Dive: After the pool session, you'll enjoy a dive from the shore at our local dive site, where you’ll encounter local marine life and have fun underwater.
If you’ve dived before or if sea conditions are favorable, we can complete both dives in the ocean.
Ideal for:
- Families and friends who prefer a private dive experience
- People who are not confident swimmers or are uncomfortable with having their face underwater
- Children
- Individuals with physical challenges who need extra care
- Couples looking for a special underwater adventure together
Dive site
Our dive center is located right by the sea, and our local dive site boasts crystal-clear water, excellent visibility, and a vibrant array of marine life, including various fish species, octopus, and more. Shore diving offers flexibility and convenience—without the need for a boat, we can explore the underwater world at almost any time of day.
The entry is slow and easy from the beach, leading to a sandy, flat plateau at 0-6m depth with pool-like conditions. Here, you'll practice breathing, swimming, and buoyancy while getting used to being underwater. The seafloor is a mix of sand, rock, and seagrass, and the marine life is surprisingly diverse for a shore dive.
Common aquatic life at our dive site in Kos: Schools of fish, octopus, scorpionfish, rockfish, various breams, and more. Occasionally, you might spot amberjacks or baby tunas in the blue. There are also species unique to our waters, including Lessepsian immigrants from the Red Sea.
Frequently Asked Question:
Are there sharks? No, there are no sharks in these waters!
