Official 2026 NABS Signature T-Shirt Voting Voting is now open for the Official 2026 NABS Signature T-Shirt Design! Help us choose the design that will represent NABS in 2026 as we celebrate fellowship, diving, culture, and community. Voting is limited to one vote per member. The winning … [Read more...] about Official 2026 NABS Signature T-Shirt Voting
🌊 NABS Aqua Corps Candidacy Application
The NABS Aqua Corps is an elite, safety-centered collective within the National Association of Black Scuba Divers dedicated to advancing dive readiness, emergency preparedness, and leadership development across our network. Aqua Corps members represent a higher standard of accountability, skill … [Read more...] about 🌊 NABS Aqua Corps Candidacy Application
🌊 NABS Science & Education: Classes Offered at the 2026 Summit
The Science & Education Committee (SEC) of the National Association of Black Scuba Divers champions knowledge, safety, and lifelong learning across the NABS community. Our mission is to equip divers with the skills, confidence, and understanding needed to explore, protect, and lead both … [Read more...] about 🌊 NABS Science & Education: Classes Offered at the 2026 Summit
NABS March 2026 Spotlight Diver: Courtlandt Butts
The National Association of Black Scuba Divers proudly recognizes Courtlandt Butts as our March Spotlight Diver — a leader whose career reflects excellence, progression, and unwavering commitment to dive safety and education. With more than 30 years of experience in aquatic instruction, safety … [Read more...] about NABS March 2026 Spotlight Diver: Courtlandt Butts
NABS January 2026 SPOTLIGHT DIVER: HOODA BROWN
Photo Gallery: NABS Summit Bonaire 2025
October Spotlight Diver: Theresa Summers
October Spotlight Diver: Theresa Summers Born and raised in Orange County, Southern California, Theresa Summers has always been drawn to the ocean. From surfing every weekend as a teen to exploring the water through snorkeling and jet skis, it was only natural that she eventually found her way … [Read more...] about October Spotlight Diver: Theresa Summers
Spotlight on Ernie Franklin: Educator. Diver. Mentor. Trailblazer.
Ernie Franklin is more than just a skilled scuba instructor—he is a mentor, a leader, and a lifelong champion for youth empowerment through aquatic education. As a PADI Certified Open Water Scuba Instructor (2019), NAUI Instructor (2023), YDWP Instructor (2012), and DWP Lead Instructor (2019), Ernie … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Ernie Franklin: Educator. Diver. Mentor. Trailblazer.