divemaster

Certified scuba supervisor

A divemaster is a certified scuba diving professional who leads recreational dives and assists instructors with training.

The divemaster serves as a guide underwater, supervising divers and ensuring safety: Our divemaster spotted the sea turtle before anyone else did.

It's typically the first professional-level certification in recreational diving.

equipment

regulator

Device maintaining steady output

  • BCDDecimal-to-binary number format
  • wetsuitInsulating garment for water
  • finsSwimming appendages

mask · tank · cylinder · gauge · nitrox

underwater

reef

Underwater rock or coral formation

thermocline · trim · propulsion

safety

rescue

Save from harm

  • emergencySerious sudden danger
  • CPREmergency revival technique
guiding

briefing

Concise information session

descent · ascent · turnaround · debriefing

leadership

mentor

Trusted wisdom-giving advisor

charter

certification

crossover

Genre-blending work or transition

supervision

accountability

Obligation for one's actions

Categories
Opposites
diving certification hierarchy

divemasterlandlubber

Non-seafaring person

dive instructor · novice

aquatic environment expertise

divemasternon-swimmer

One lacking aquatic ability

landlubber · surface dweller · mountain guide · desert guide · snorkeler

underwater role/function

divemasterfollower

One who supports another

passenger

Family

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