Larissa Alves – Dive Instructor
Diving Instructor, Coxswain
Larissa brings a unique blend of oceanography and scuba diving expertise to Frog Dive. Her journey began with completing her Open Water certification in 2009, followed by advanced training in Brisbane and further honing her skills right here at Frog Dive. With a deep passion for both the science and art of diving, Larissa combines her training with a practical approach to guide divers safely beneath the waves. Her favorite local dive site, North Bondi, offers the perfect backdrop for her engaging and educational dives, while international adventures—such as exploring The Great White Wall in Fiji—fuel her enthusiasm for the broader world of diving. For those just starting out, Larissa recommends practical tips: invest in a thermal layer and hood, stay well-hydrated to manage decompression risks, and relax about the little mishaps along the way. Ready to dive with Larissa? Ask us how to book a dive adventure with Frog Dive today.
News
How to choose a dive computer that suits Sydney conditions
Most dive computer buying guides are written for warm, clear water. They assume you are stepping off a boat in the Coral Sea, not scrambling over rocks at Bare Island with 3 metres of visibility and a southerly picking up. Sydney diving is good diving, but it has its own...
When to buy your first dive computer
Most divers reach the same point a few months after their Open Water course. The rental gear works, technically, but it does not feel like yours. The console screen is unfamiliar, the settings are generic, and you spend half the dive second-guessing the display instead of watching the reef. That...
Shore dive or boat dive: choosing your first Sydney ocean dive
Saturday morning on the Northern Beaches, and the car park at Shelly Beach is already half full by seven. Wetsuits are being pulled on over goosebumped skin. Tanks clank against tailgates. A couple in matching rashies study the water, trying to read the swell. Somewhere nearby, a first-timer is wondering the same thing every...