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Valenda Johnson, also known as “De Phillips,” has been selected as a NABS Spotlight Diver. She is an Advanced Open Water Diver, President of the Nubian Dive Club since 2025, NABS Marketing Chair, and owner/founder of Nappiology. Certified in 2017 by Jimi Mack, Valenda completed her 205th dive on … [Read more...] about NABS June 2026 Spotlight Diver: Valenda Johnson

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

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

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

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

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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