Name: PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation
Location: Ellicott City, MD, USA

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Everyone loves diving or snorkeling over a vibrant coral reef. Far fewer people understand what they’re actually seeing, how reefs function, or how easily they can be damaged.The PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation course is designed to change that.This is a discussion-based, non-diving course that helps you understand coral reef ecosystems in a practical, approachable way and shows you how to be a better diver, snorkeler, and ocean traveler without turning the experience into a lecture or a guilt trip.This course can be completed either in person or online, making it one of the most flexible and accessible classes Dive With Frank offers.

Ellicott City, MD, USA

PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation

Dive WIth Frank

Frank was patient and fantastic with us for our Dry Suit Class.  We left the pool feeling infinitely more confident than when we arrived!  Frank made sure to explain everything clearly and demo before we were asked to do it.  Frank was easy to communicate with to make arrangements and get everything set up for the PADI course.  Thanks Frank!

PADI Drysuit Diver Specialty – Because Shivering Is Overrated

Recently joined Frank for a Zombie Apocalypse Diver specialty and had a great time! Great instructor who adapted the course to the students easily and made sure it was both educational and fun. Would absolutely take a class with him again in the future. The ZAD class itself is worth it for the opportunity to play with bubble ring guns ALONE!

Halloween Zombie Apocalypse Diver

Great trip!
Frank is very knowledgeable and experienced  instructor!
Thanks again!

October 2025 Oyster Dive

Great time as always! This is my second trip with Frank. Well organized and planned. I am looking forward to doing it again next year. 

Frank is an excellent instructor who is very passionate, knowledgeable, and competent. He makes complex topics easily digestible, and so much fun!

DAN BLS Course

PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation in Ellicott City, MD, USA

Everyone loves diving or snorkeling over a vibrant coral reef. Far fewer people understand what they’re actually seeing, how reefs function, or how easily they can be damaged.The&nbsp;PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation&nbsp;course is designed to change that.This is a discussion-based, non-diving course that helps you understand coral reef ecosystems in a practical, approachable way and shows you how to be a better diver, snorkeler, and ocean traveler without turning the experience into a lecture or a guilt trip.This course can be completed&nbsp;either in person or online, making it one of the most flexible and accessible classes Dive With Frank offers.

This is a non-diving course. No water sessions or in-water activities are included or required.

No Dives

No scuba or snorkeling equipment is required for this course.

No Equipment

Live, instructor-led session taught by Dive With Frank, offered online or in person and focused on real-world understanding.

Live instruction

Instruction led personally by Frank Lewis, PADI Instructor and founder of Dive With Frank.

Expert Guidance

Supplemental reference materials provided directly by Dive With Frank to support learning and discussion.

Course Materials

ePIC

This course is open to&nbsp;everyone.You do&nbsp;not&nbsp;need to be a certified diver. There are&nbsp;no prerequisites,&nbsp;no age restrictions, and&nbsp;no water sessions&nbsp;required.This experience is a great fit if you:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Dive or snorkel and want to better understand what you’re seeing</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Care about ocean conservation but want realistic, practical guidance</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Want to reduce your impact on reefs without killing the joy of diving</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Prefer a relaxed, discussion-based learning environment</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Are curious about coral reefs and want context, not just facts</li></ul>Divers, non-divers, students, travelers, and ocean lovers are all welcome.

Who is this for?

Through guided discussion and real-world examples, you’ll learn:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">How coral reefs function and why they are so biologically complex</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Why coral reefs are critical to ocean health and coastal communities</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">The major threats facing coral reefs today (and what’s actually causing them)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Simple, effective actions you can take to reduce your impact</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">How divers and water enthusiasts can be part of the solution</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">How PADI AWARE and Project AWARE connect individuals to real conservation efforts</li></ul>The goal is not to overwhelm you. The goal is to help you leave with&nbsp;clarity, context, and confidence.

What you’ll learn

This course can be completed&nbsp;online or in person.<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">In-person sessions&nbsp;are taught privately or in small groups at a location arranged by Dive With Frank</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Online sessions&nbsp;are conducted live and interactively (this is not a prerecorded webinar)</li></ul>The delivery format is selected after booking and scheduled at a time that works for you.

How the course is taught

What you’re booking: This package includes the full&nbsp;PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation&nbsp;course taught personally by&nbsp;Dive With Frank, plus your&nbsp;certification and ePIC&nbsp;upon completion.Course format:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Live, instructor-led session</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Offered&nbsp;online or in person</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">The format is chosen after booking and scheduled at a time that works for you</li></ul>Scheduling note: The date selected at booking is a&nbsp;placeholder. After you book, Dive With Frank will reach out within&nbsp;48 hours&nbsp;to schedule your session at a specific date and time that works for you and confirm whether the course will be conducted online or in person.What you’ll learn (in plain English): You’ll learn how coral reefs actually work, why they matter, what threatens them, and what divers, snorkelers, and ocean travelers can do to reduce impact without turning every vacation into a guilt spiral.

PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation

PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation

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