Assess Baseline
30 minutesEvaluate your current level in dive site research.
Field context
This workflow is part of 4 niche fields
Complete guide for dive site research — step-by-step workflow, tools, checklist, and expert tips to get started.
Evaluate your current level in dive site research.
Plan your approach to dive site research plan.
Follow the plan step by step and record results.
Compare planned vs actual outcomes and adjust.
Key benchmarks and reference data for scuba diving.
| Level | Focus | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Fundamentals | Consistent form |
| Intermediate | Refinement | Track metrics weekly |
| Advanced | Performance | Competition-ready |
Review tide, current, and visibility reports the morning of every dive — conditions change fast.
Walk the site at low tide to identify hazards and plan entry and exit routes.
Research marine park regulations and protected species before diving a new site.