Fun Survey on Scuba Divers’ Routines - Business of Diving Institute

Scuba Diver Habits Survey

(2025) This survey is ONGOING & OPEN TO ALL SCUBA DIVERS.

A FUN SURVEY!

Superstitions, habits, lucky gear… your input helps capture dive culture.

This survey is part of a series of dive industry studies by InDEPTH Magazine and the Business of Diving Institute, with generous support from DAN Europe, GUE, and Shearwater.

Answers are anonymous, and your participation is greatly appreciated!

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Snacks, Rituals & Lucky Gear — Share Your Dive Routines

From boat snacks to bailout rituals — tell us what makes your dives unique!

Do you have a “lucky” piece of gear?

1. Yes, I always bring it

2. Sometimes

3. No, I don’t believe in that stuff

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Dive day rituals – what’s your go-to? (choose one)

1. Same breakfast every time

2. Coffee ritual (French press, espresso, instant, etc.)

3. Special playlist or pump-up music

4. Stretching / yoga / meditation

5. Gear check routine (always in the same order)

6. Morning swim / shower before diving

7. Quiet time alone

8. Chatting / socializing with dive buddies

9. Quick workout or run

10. Just roll out of bed and dive

Other:

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Best boat snack you’ve ever had? (choose one)

1. Fresh fruit (pineapple, mango, bananas)

2. Chocolate / candy

3. Trail mix / nuts

4. Sandwiches / wraps

5. Instant noodles

6. Chips / crisps

7. Protein bar

8. Pastries / baked goods

9. Cheese & crackers

Other:

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Worst meal you’ve been served on a dive trip? (choose one)

1. Mystery meat stew

2. Rice & beans… every day

3. Overcooked pasta

4. Soggy sandwiches

5. Fish heads or bones

6. Lukewarm soup

7. Greasy fried food

8. “Nothing at all”

9. Reheated airplane food leftovers

Other:

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What’s always in your drysuit pocket or gear bag? (choose one)

1. Candy / chocolate

2. Energy bar / gel

3. Nuts / dried fruits

4. Jerky

5. Sandwich

6. Trail mix

7. Chewing gum

8. Caffeine tablet

9. Training & instruction

10. Candies (Tic Tac, etc.)

11. Nothing – I keep it clean

Other:

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Weirdest item you’ve packed for a dive trip? (choose one)

1. Coffee machine / French press / moka pot

2. Pillow or blanket

3. Lucky stuffed animal / mascot

4. Travel candle / incense

5. Gaming console / tablet for games

6. Exercise weights or bands

7. Fancy cooking gear (pan, spices)

8. Rubber duck or bath toy

9. Hair dryer or styling kit

Other:

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How many times do you usually check your gas before descending?

1. Once is enough

2. Twice to be sure

3. Three times' a charm

4. Too many times to count

5. I keep checking until my buddy tells me to stop

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Do you talk to your gear underwater? (choose one)

1. Never

2. Rarely, only when something fails

3. Sometimes, mostly encouragement

4. Often, especially on long dives

5. Yes, I’ve named one of my pieces of gear

6. I curse at it regularly

7. I thank it after every dive

8. I sing underwater

Other:

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Funniest “surface interval activity” you’ve done? (choose one)

1. Nap on the tanks

2. Nap anywhere I fall over

3. Card / board games

4. Telling dive stories / lies

5. Yoga / stretching

6. Fixing gear endlessly

7. Exploring random places

8. Fishing / swimming / snorkeling

9. Drone flying / photography

10. Stand-up paddling

Other:

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What’s your favorite guilty-pleasure post-dive food or drink? (choose one)

1. Beer / cocktails

2. Pizza / burgers

3. Sweet desserts

4. Sushi (eating your friends!)

5. “Whatever’s available”

Other:

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Wrapping Up

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Are you a tech diver?

1. Yes

2. No

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Are you a dive professional (divemaster or instructor)?

1. Yes

2. No

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How long ago was your first dive?

1. Less than 5 years

2. 5 to 10 years

3. More than 10 years

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Please, select the group that includes your year of birth.

1. 1901-1927 (The Greatest Generation)

2. 1928-1945 (The Silent Generation)

3. 1946-1954 (Boomers I)

4. 1955-1964 (Boomers II/Generation Jones)

5. 1965-1980 (Generation X)

6. 1981-1996 (Millennials)

7. 1997-2012 (Generation Z)

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In which region is your country of residence?

1. United States (including AK & HI)

2. Canada

3. Mexico, Central America, Caribbean, Tropical Atlantic

4. South America

5. Western Europe (never part of the Soviet bloc)

6. Eastern Europe (former Soviet bloc, including Russia)

7. Australia, New Zealand

8. China, Hong Kong, Macau

9. Japan, Other Non-Tropical Asia-Pacific Region

10. South Pacific, Indo-Pacific, Other Tropical Asia-Pacific Region (incl. Maldives)

11. Egypt

12. Middle East (excluding Egypt)

13. Africa, Madagascar

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To which gender do you most identify?

1. Female

2. Male

3. Non-binary / Other / Unsure / Prefer Not To Say

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Thank you for your contribution to a better understanding of the dive industry for everyone’s benefit. You’re awesome! Dive safe!