Paul N 'Beard' ( Instructor Development Team )

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• Course Director

  PADI Platinum Course Director - Scuba Diving since 2014

  Close to Philadelphia born and raised. In the water is where I spent most of my days.

  I started diving in 2014 before a trip to visit my aunt and uncle who moved to Hawaii. I was so excited after completing my Open Water Scuba Diver certification I joined the Advanced Open Water course the next weekend. Even though I learned in a cold quarry with low visibility I was hooked. I love learning and took courses at every opportunity. The next thing that I knew I was a Divemaster and calling the local quarry my home away from home.

  Before becoming a scuba instructor I was a mental health therapist, taught English as a second language for a year in Vietnam, and then found my true passion of teaching scuba diving. I enjoy teaching and leading dives as much as I do learning about diving. I am happy to work with a great team of dive professionals at Rainbow Reef Dive Center. It is also nice to have an 'office' that is in the ocean, on a boat, or at the side of the pool.

  If you see me around feel free to stop me to chat or ask questions. (I'm the one with a beard)

  I am excited for you to come join us at Rainbow Reef Dive Center for diving and diving courses.

  • Favorite Dive Site:

    USS Spiegel Grove

  • Favorite Specialty Class:

    Wreck Diver

  • Favorite Fish:

    Hammerhead Shark

  • Favorite Restaurant:

    Hobo's Cafe

  • Favorite Movie:

    The Grand Budapest Hotel

  PADI Specialty Instructor Certifications:

  • Wreck Diver

  • Deep Diver

  • Enriched Air/Nitrox Diver

  • Boat Diver

  • Peak Performance Buoyancy Diver

  • Night Diver

  • Search & Recovery Diver

  • Gas Blender

  • Underwater Naturalist

  • Underwater Navigator

  • Digital Photo/Video

  • Diver Propulsion Vehicle

  • Drift Diver

  • Dry Suit Diver

  • Equipment Specialist

  • SMB/DSMB Diver

  • Project Aware

  • Coral Reef Conservation

  • Invasive Lionfish Tracker

  • Dive Against Debris

  • Fish Identification

  • Shark Conservation

  • Whale Shark Awareness

  • Coral Watch Health Chart

  • Sea Turtle Awareness

  • PADI Emergency 02 Provider

  • EFR Primary/Secondary Care

  • EFR Care for Children

  • PADI Full FaceMask

My Dive Gear:

• Regulators:

• BCD:

  Aqua Lung Dimension i3
  
  

  The Dimension i3 is a back inflation BCD with an integrated i3 inflation/deflation system. The integrated Wrapture(tm) harness system allows you to stand up straight with comfort and control. Loaded with features, with high quality materials ...

• Dive Computers:

  Suunto D4i Wrist-Top Dive Computer
  
  

  The D4i boasts the small 'watch-style' wrist computer without sacrificing other great features. Optional wireless air integration can be added any time. Movescount software makes downloading all of your dive data to a PC or Mac a breeze with the included ...

• Mask:

  Atomic Frameless
  
  

  The success of this product derives from meticulous computer design and numerous optical tests. The central position of the eyes and the optimally angled window provides the widest possible viewing angle in every direction. Quick-adjusting ergonomic buckl...

• Fins:

  Aqua Lung Express ADJ
  
  

  The Express ADJ fin rep- represents the latest in technology and material innovation. Comfort, power and efficiency are the hallmarks of this propulsion machine. Strap a pair on and see for yourself. ...

• Snorkel:

• Octopus:

  Aqua Lung Legend Octo
  
  

  This balanced second stage is the perfect pairing for the Legend LX regulator. Its breathability is unmatched. In fact, it breathes easier than most primary regulators! Made with the same high quality parts and materials as the Legend LX, quality and dura...