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Motivational Author Clint Cora Now On iTunes
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Motivational author and NAUI Master Scuba Diver Clint Cora is now on iTunes. A radio interview with Clint is now a free podcast available on iTunes. The podcast interview is about 24 minutes. Just do a search for Clint Cora in the podcast section and it should come up.
Scuba Diving A Great Conversation Topic At College Conference
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Clint Cora, a college diversity speaker, was able to have a great conversation with Shelby, a staff director at University of Mass during a college conference at St John's. Turns out that we are both certified scuba divers and as you would expect, we could have all sorts of tales about dives.
Logo For Diversity Education By Clint Cora
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Here's a new graphic that represents the diversity education presentations by NAUI Master scuba diver and professional diversity speaker Clint Cora. The actual diversity training seminar is called 'Kicking Down Diversity Barriers For Success' but the graphic uses the more active take action form 'Kick Down Diversity Barriers'. This diversity training presentation is available for both colleges
Scuba Diver's Self Help Book
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Here's what Shouvik Chowdhury of Rogers Communications wrote about scuba diver and karate world champion Clint Cora's self help book, The Life Champion In You."The Life Champion in You is not just another motivational book, it has a lot more to offer. Clint Cora shares his personal experiences on how someone can get over personal tragedies and be successful. He offers simple tools one can use to
Scuba Dive and Diversity Presentation In Tampa
Friday, May 08, 2009
I'm currently trying to get a speaking engagement to do my diversity presentation at one of the colleges in Tampa, Florida. It would really be nice if I could land this gig since I would definitely be able to combine business with pleasure. I would bring all my scuba dive gear and go diving off Tampa or Clearwater after I do my diversity presentation at the local college.
Scuba Diving Consultant
Monday, May 04, 2009
I've been requested to be the scuba diving consultant for a fiction writer's new book as she is making one of the main characters a dive instructor on a cruise ship. I haven't decided if I want to take the time to do this yet.
Will Adjust Shipping Options For Scuba Diving Tee Shirts
Friday, May 01, 2009
There is some quirks around the shipping options in our order system for our scuba diving tee shirts but we will fix them up this weekend. In the meantime, don't worry if you are ordering because we adjust things by hand as well to ensure the proper shipping charges are set.
Scuba Dive Tank Top T-Shirts Sold Out In Medium Sizes
Thursday, April 30, 2009
We are sold out of our scuba dive tank top t-shirts in the adult medium sizes now. The adult X-large size for this tank top in our Scuba Dive Adventurer series is also sold out. We do have other sizes still in stock.
Fiction Author Wants To Write About Scuba Diver
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
A fiction author contacted me and wanted to write a novel about a scuba diver. He doesn't dive himself so some of his description of dives were not accurate. I advised him to go to a scuba shop and buy a basic manual from either PADI or NAUI if he can't afford to take a course. At least the manual will give him a better idea of what diving is all about. There are some articles at our scuba
Diversity Program Presentation Now Has Scuba Diving
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
My diversity program presentation now has a slide on scuba diving. It is a wonderful and interesting slide that connects with friendships from different backgrounds but that's all I'll say about it for now. One will just have to see me during my diversity program presentation.
Free Shipping For Nine Or More Scuba Dive T-Shirts
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Just to clarify things since we have added the shipping costs on our order boxes, the shipping is absolutely FREE within North America if an order is for nine or more scuba dive t-shirts. That's why there are zeroes showing for the 'Ship 9+ Shirts' option. So get together with your dive friends and put in an order together to take advantage of this.
Scuba Dive T-Shirts Shipping Less Complicated
Monday, April 13, 2009
The order box for our scuba dive t-shirts now includes the shipping charges which makes ordering much less complicated then before. Both size and shipping options are selected by our customers in order to come up with the right totals. Try our new ordering system out.
Tampa Potential To Dive and Speak
Friday, April 10, 2009
I was speaking to a college from Tampa, Florida at a campus activities conference. There's a possibility that I might end up being a college speaker at this Tampa based college. If this happens, I could go scuba diving during the same trip. That's how we mix business with pleasure!
Neat Way Of Using Scuba Tanks
Monday, March 16, 2009
There was a neat way of using scuba tanks last night on the show 'The Unit'. Last night's episode was about a chlorine gas attack on the community and two members if the Unit used scuba tanks to breathe through the community.
Free Self Help Personal Growth Books
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
NAUI Master scuba diver and motivational speaker Clint Cora's contribution to new free self help personal growth books is being downloaded enthusiastically by people from all over the world. It is timely since we are in world recession and this free personal growth book guide has a variety of useful as well as insightful tips. Check it out today while it's still free.
Scuba Diving As Part Of Personal Growth
Monday, February 16, 2009
Karate World Champion Clint Cora has just made a 15 page World Champion Personal Growth Guide available for free to all subscribers of his monthly Motivational Quotes Newsletter, which is also free. This guide is a collection of tips to help people grow on a personal level. Interestingly enough, Clint mentions scuba diving as one of the ways that he has grown on a personal level. Get more
Barnes and Noble Has Listed Clint Cora Inspirational Book
Saturday, February 14, 2009
The momentum of online retailers picking up martial arts champion and scuba diver Clint Cora's new inspirational book, The Life Champion In You, is really gaining. First, it was Amazon who listed the book pretty quickly followed by Target. Now, Barnes and Noble has also listed the title. So if you have a favorite online book retailer, just go to their website and do a search of the book title
Scuba Diver Trying Out Facebook
Monday, January 26, 2009
Okay, I've started to jump on this Facebook wagon now. Don't have much on my profile yet but feel free to check it out especially if you are a scuba diver. Just do a search for Clint Cora at Facebook and my page should come up.
Scuba Diver Designer's New Motivation Book Finally Available
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Clint Cora, designer of the scuba diver 'Scuba Dive Adventurer' collection of t-shirts, has finally completed his new motivation book called "The Life Champion In You". It is about overcoming challenges and achieving goals in life. And Clint Cora, the author, should know about motivation. He went from being a suicide survivor to become a Karate World Champion. The universal lessons from his
Scuba Diving Information Article Pages Reformatted
Sunday, January 18, 2009
The scuba diving information article pages have all been slightly reformatted with more interesting links to help out our visitors. Enjoy them.
Front Cover Of New Motivation Book
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
The front cover for the new motivation success book, The Life Champion In You, has been created. The book is still not ready yet as final steps in preparing for printing are being done right now. Projected availability is still February. Clint Cora, the author, is a NAUI Master Diver.
Scuba Dive Photo On Public Speaking Site
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
I did manage to add a scuba dive photo on my new public speaking website. It's the shot of me and my dolphin friend during the dolphin scuba dive in Grand Bahama Island.
Have You Made Your New Year Resolutions Yet?
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Have you made your New Year resolutions yet? If so, are you committed to keeping them? Are you committed to improving your scuba diving skills by taking a course in 2009? Here's an article that will help you stay focused on your New Year resolutions.
Success In College and University Article
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
If any of you scuba divers are in college or university, here's a new article on Success in College and University. Life in college or university should not just be on studying. There are other things to do not only for fun, but for picking up important skills that will be useful for future careers and life in general. Many of these skills cannot be learned in the classroom or lecture hall.
Professional Public Speaker Testimonials
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
The list of professional public speaker testimonials keeps growing as more and more people are exposed to NAUI Master Scuba Diver Clint Cora's motivational keynote speeches. Take a look at the most recent additions through the link just mentioned.
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Wordless Wednesday: Arrow Crab in Anenome
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
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Wordless Wednesday - Nudibranch
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Nudibranch - Ribbon Reef, Queensland, Australia
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World's Deepest Swimming Pool - Purpose Built for Diving
Monday, August 11, 2008
Where would you imagine cruising around at 105 feet (33 meters) in warm (91F/33C) crystal clear tropical waters? The Bahamas or Fiji perhaps? How about Belgium? Though not in a...
Reader Photo Submissions
Friday, August 08, 2008
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Wordless Wednesday - Scuba Fire Hydrant
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
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My Baby's Got the Bends
Monday, August 04, 2008
What are The Bends anyway? Besides a song by Radiohead that is. Well, The Bends is another name for Decompression Sickness, the biggest risk for scuba divers. I've just created...
Is an octopus right or left handed?
Sunday, August 03, 2008
Well I suppose octopuses actually have 8 tentacles so the question should be: Do they have a favorite tentacle? That's the question that Marine Biologists from 23 Sea Life centers...
Wordless Wednesday - Sea Horse
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Seahorse - Utila, Honduras
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Google News - Scuba Diving
Scuba diving refresher course helps to scratch the itch to go deep ... - Tampabay.com
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Alameda parish welcomes new pastor - San Jose Mercury News
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Alameda parish welcomes new pastorSan Jose Mercury NewsDana Michaels, the scuba diving and seafaring incoming pastor of St. Barnabas Church. And one might say he wasted no time diving into his new role on the ...and more » |
Officials identify dead scuba diver - Seattle Times
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Man dies while scuba diving in Des Moines - Seattle Times
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PADI and The Underwater Channel / Babelgum Launch Web Video Alliance - PR Web (press release)
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Powerful current takes divers by surprise - San Diego Union Tribune
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Las Terrazas Belize Resort Announces White Sands Dive Shop ... - The Open Press (press release)
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Going under for fun - Northern Neck News
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Going under for funNorthern Neck NewsA veteran scuba diver from Tappahannock is seeking like minded residents from the region to join a new diving club. The group will have the chance to ...and more » |
Honeymoon Scuba Dive Killer Faces More Jail Time - FOXNews
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Scuba Diving Guides, Information, Tips, Equipment
LeisurePro Customers rescued By... LeisurePro Customers...
Monday, June 01, 2009
On May 18th we at Leisure Pro were visited by some of our long time customers, both the rescuers and rescued in this story.They all stopped by our shop before their interview on the Today Show. We were very happy that everyone involved got out of the situation with only some life lessons to show for it. It was great to hear their accounts of the ordeal and meet the two young men that saved lives
Toms River Flea Market
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Leisure Pro attended the 22nd Annual Ocean Wreck Divers Flea Market in Toms River NJ Sunday February 15, 2009.There was a huge turnout and we would like to thank all our customers that came down to pay us a visit. We all had a great time meeting new and seeing our existing customers while sharing our love of diving with them. Ocean Wreck Divers did a great job in organizing the event and a
Online Shopping Gains Ground in Dubai
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
this comes from the Khaleej Times (01/06/09) athttp://www.khaleejtimes.com/darticlen.asp?xfile=data/theuae/2009/January/theuae_January124.xml§ion=theuaeDUBAI - There is a new trend among shoppers here. This new pre-occupation has caught on fast among the compulsive retail buyer in recent times.Online shopping, residents say is the in-thing when looking for up-market products.Local shopaholics
Ever wonder how we do it?
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Ever wonder how we do it? A few weeks ago we here at Leisure Pro decided to make a short video about our operations to give our customers a little glimpse into who we are. Check it out there is more to come.
Scuba Diving is the New Yoga
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Leisurepro predicts that scuba diving will be the hot new trend for people seeking stress relief in the New Year. Many in the sport have begun to refer to "scuba as the new yoga" and are planning underwater vacations for 2008 to escape the stress above sea level."For thousands of years, cultures around the world have sought places to go for quiet meditation and peace of mind -- from the practice
Leisurepro is upgrading its order fulfillment system
Thursday, September 06, 2007
Fewer backorders, faster deliverySomething big is happening at Leisurepro.com. For the last 6 months, Leisurepro has been busily upgrading its mega warehouse and order-taking system so it can deliver orders to its customers faster and more efficiently. Last week, Leisurepro "flipped the switch" and begin using the new system, the culmination of months of careful planning, programming, and
Go diving in our own backyard
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Leisure Pro is proud to announce our picks for some awesome northeast diving without having to break out you passport or piggy bank. So fill your gas tank and don’t forget your air tank. and head out right in our own backyard for some of the most memorable diving experiences you’ll have close to home. Here are some interesting dive sites in the region for divers of all experience levels provided
Separate scuba facts from myths
Monday, August 20, 2007
As a new scuba diver you will have so many different questions about the sport you chose to participate in. You will hear and read exciting stories in the media and on the big screen. Making heads or tails of the information you gathered may sometimes be confusing to say the least and not knowing what is fact or fiction can have you blowing a lot less bubbles. That said, being Leisure Pro we felt
Scuba Diving Safe Ladder Exit
Friday, August 10, 2007
Climbing up the boat ladder is from the most challenging aspects of scuba diving. By following some simple rules you can exit safely.During your safety stop, assess the surface conditions, wait until the area around the ladder is clear of divers, hold onto the railing. Remain under water and off the ladder to take off your fins, and once your fins are off and secured, center yourself on the
Scuba Diving Summer Camp for Teens
Friday, August 10, 2007
Part 1:Choosing the right summer camp for your teen is not a simple task at all! Many camps offer hands-on programs focusing on scuba diving and other water activities that will surely have a significant influence on your child. Therefore it is important to choose a summer camp program wisely and carefully.The camp you choose should meet the needs, interests, goals and expectations of the parent
Buy Comfortable Scuba Diving Gear
Friday, May 04, 2007
When purchasing scuba diving gear and equipment, the most important factor is comfort. If the gear fits you right and is comfortable you will experience an enjoyable scuba diving experience. Choosing the diving gear that is right for you should not be hard, once you narrow down the equipment you will need, you just have to make sure that all equipment and gear can fit on you at once. For a
The basics of scuba diving
Monday, April 30, 2007
During the scuba diving certification process, you need to complete a 200-yard non-stop swim and a 10-minute tread/float. It’s important to be comfortable in the water and good shape, too.There are two basic ways to get yourself underwater with a breathing apparatus. The first one is to take a certification course, which includes classroom, pool, and open-water components in a twenty-hour course.
Scuba Diver Mask's Guide
Monday, April 30, 2007
A mask should be your first piece of equipment to buy before going scuba diving. A well fitting mask forms an airtight seal on your face so that you’ll stay clear of water. To judge the fit, gently place the mask on your face without strapping it; inhale through your nose and remove your hands. If it’s still on your face, it fits!It’s up to you to decide between an automatic purging devices or
Familiarize yourself with the Scuba Diving language
Monday, April 23, 2007
Following are just a few of the many words of the language that is used by Scuba Divers worldwide.BC: Buoyancy Compensator is a jacket-like device which secures the tank to the diver’s back and can be inflated or deflated so that divers can become neutrally buoyant.REGULATOR: A mouthpiece unit that is attached to the scuba diver’s tank.And the favorite, Hand Signals: A language that is used
Scuba Diving Season - Gear Up!
Monday, April 23, 2007
Gear up for the Scuba Diving Season!Get ready for the Scuba Diving Season and gear up with the latest spectacular Scuba equipment and Scuba Gear at discount prices when you shop at LeisurePro.com.LeisurePro.com offers the greatest selection in Scuba equipment, dive gear, and everything you’ll need for your scuba dive, at discounts prices.Check out our great selection of Buoyancy Compensators,
What do I need to go Scuba Diving?
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Part of the fun is actually choosing your gear! To get started, you want your own mask, fins, and snorkel. These have a personal fit, and LeisurePro.com can help you choose the ones that have the right fit and best features for you.We recommend that you invest in your equipment when you start the course, because:You will be more comfortable learning to dive using gear chosen. You will be more
Leisure Pro adds a full line of swimming goggles
Thursday, March 22, 2007
LeisurePro.com has added a full line of swimming goggles to it's large inventory of scuba diving and swimming gear.Swimming Goggles are protects the eye from water or chemicals from getting into the eyes. Goggles are also used in chemistry laboratories, snow sports, on motorcycles, woodworking, when using power tools and more. Prescription goggles are also available to purchase.Swimming Goggles
Planning a successful dive
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
It is important to plan your dive several days before you actually hit the water so that you are prepared for unexpected changes. Here’s how to plan your successful dive.First decide on a date and time, and then on a dive location. It might be to your advantage to have an alternate location n case conditions are unfavorable at your primary site.Research all about the site and try to visit the
Before you purchase snorkel equipment...
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Snorkeling is the best way to explore the underwater world. Snorkel equipment is simple and you need only three essential pieces of snorkeling gear: mask, snorkel and a set of fins.Mask:The mask is the most important piece of equipment for snorkeling; it’s your window to the underwater world. A proper fitting mask will keep water out.Snorkel:The snorkel allows you to breathe through your mouth
Features of a dry suit for scuba diving
Friday, March 02, 2007
In order to invest properly for a suit, it must fit well with seals that are efficient at the neck and wrists.Dry suits are divided in two main categories: Neoprene and membrane; the former keeps you warm due to the thickness of the foam. A membrane suit is purely for keeping water out, so an under suit needs to be worn for warmth.Remember that with a neoprene suit you need to counteract the
Take a scuba vacation and escape the winter chill
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Had enough of the cold, windy, icy, and snowy days? Now’s the perfect time to escape the winter chill and relax on a scuba diving vacation.One of the best vacations is a trip to Cozumel, Mexico. The waters around Cozumel host an amazing selection of fish. The visibility is beautiful and you dive 80 feet down.If you’re seeking a new and exciting dive destination, check out Rotan, Honduras. The
A simple exercise to reduce the fear of No-Mask-Swimming
Thursday, February 22, 2007
The following exercise is a superb means of over coming the natural discomfort that’s felt by novice scuba diving students when first learning to remove their mask while underwater.The exercise is simple and easy. Place your face in the water with out a mask and breathe through a snorkel. The point is that at some point the drill can be done without discomfort for most people. It’s less than
Divers underwater fish watching
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
One of the main reasons people dive is to watch the various fish underwater. But, many divers get discouraged with all the confusing scientific names and with the hundreds of names of all the species.The good part is that most of the fish belong to just a few families, so you can identify distinguishing features and place them in a family group. Then use the visual differences within these groups
Choosing Your Scuba Diving Equipment
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Scuba Diving: it is very important to get the necessary scuba diving equipment and gear. There are many scuba gear and equipment available but it’s best to start from the basics necessary equipment such as the mask, fins, snorkel, and weight belt, and then move on to more advanced and expensive gear and equipment.Basics Scuba Gear and Equipment:Diving masks allows you to see underwater through
Secure and Safe Scuba Diving - Exposure Protection
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
In order to remain a contented and secure diver you need to know about thermal and exposure protection. By being exposed to cold conditions, you cause an affect to your blood’s circulation. Because of the impaired blood flow to your body’s’ appendages, finger dexterity is reduced, which can lessen your abilities to perform certain skills.Even more so, the extremities will have a reduced off
Scuba diving news and articles - Archive
Sodwana Bay Shootout 2006
The 2006 underwater shootout at Sodwana Bay is provisionally set for Tuesday 9 May to Saturday 13 May 2006. Entry and other administration will take place on the evening of the 9 May.
Dive South Africa to present workshop at Dive Ireland 2006
From great whites on the West coast to the sardine run on the East coast, South Africa is not to be missed for diving. Dive South Africa will be flying in just for the weekend to give a flavour of what's on offer!
Important new materials released by Technical Diving International
TDI announces all new Advanced Wreck Student Manual and support materials.
Egypt promotes Red Sea causeway!
Egypt is promoting a $3 billion causeway across the Red Sea linking Sharm el-Sheikh resort with Saudi Arabia's northwestern Duba port in the wake of another ferry tragedy.
Visit BSAC World at LIDS 2006!
LIDS 2006 will, for the second year, feature BSAC World. You can find out everything you want about the BSAC and have the total BSAC Experience!
Landslides hit popular dive destination
Torrential rain has triggered floods and landslides around the popular dive destination of Manado in Indonesia. Rescue officials said at least 26 people were killed by falling mud in the North Sulawesi provincial capital on Wednesday.
Visit Ponta Mamoli in Mozambique with Monty Halls
Cross north over the border of South Africa into Mozambique and there is a point where the road ends and the adventure begins.
Scuba diving in Mauritius
With its lush vegetation, sandy coastline, and coral-circled lagoons, Mauritius might as well be a purpose-made luxury holiday destination. But does that necessarily make it a divers' holiday of a lifetime?
Food for thought - Don't miss breakfast before diving
Is breakfast the most important meal of the day? Well, according to evidence unearthed by doctors in the US, eating breakfast is the secret to staying healthy.
Mozambique: New diving resort opened by Seablue Scuba Safaris
A Brand new diving resort has been opened in Mozambique. It is situated south of Inhambane, in between Guinjata Bay and Paindane. You just have to follow the bright orange sign with the manta on it!
DAN Research Newsletter February 2006
DAN releases their Safety Stop for February 2006
Australian wreck attracting record number of scuba divers
THE Sunshine Coast now has another tourism ace up its sleeve with the wreck of the former HMAS Brisbane attracting divers in record numbers.
7 deadly sins of scuba diving
DIVE Magazine asked their specialist writers to consider the conventions of modern diving and come up with a new set of seven deadly sins for 2006. This makes for very interesting reading.
DIVE contributors report back on best dives of 2005
What was your best dive of 2005? That was the question we put to DIVE's contributors, and they've reported back on a vintage year.
New Zealand: Diver's survival of 3 days in ocean defies all logic
While the country celebrates an extraordinary feat of survival, many experts are saying Robert Hewitt has defied all logic by surviving 75 hours adrift in Cook Strait.
For divers, sinkholes along Yucatan peninsula are popular spot
I thought I'd share with you a diver's perspective on diving the sinkholes along the Yucatan peninsula. I have not been there yet, but it sounds like paradise.
Two Japanese divers rescued after 30 hours at sea off Palau
Two Japanese divers survived the threat of dehydration, hypothermia, sunburn and sharks while drifting for more than 30 hours in the open waters of Palau earlier this week.
UK diving incidents in 2005 highest ever recorded
Diving incidents in 2005 were the highest ever recorded, but the number of fatalities was reduced from last year, according to the BSAC's Diving Incidents Report.
Shark Diving in South Africa
John Dwyer visits Gansbaai and combats his fear and comes face to face with a Great White shark.
Diver lost off Puerto Rico swims home
A lost diver who was the subject of a U.S. Coast Guard search managed to swim 10 miles through heavy seas to safety, authorities said Thursday.
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