Kris Shannon
Duikmateriaal
Avelo Explained: Lighter Gear, Safer Diving, Real-Time Insight
zaterdag 31 januari 2026
14:15 (60 min)
Zaal 5
Over deze presentatie
Curious why the diving world is talking about Avelo? In this session, we break down the Avelo System from physics to practice. See how adding water, rather than air, creates stable neutral buoyancy that stays constant regardless of depth changes, reducing task load and improving safety.
Over de spreker
Kris Shannon is the Director of Education and Training at Avelo, bringing more than 20 years of experience in diving, instruction, and expedition operations. His background includes cave exploration and scientific sampling with the Cambrian Foundation, extensive work in the Floridan Aquifer and the Yucatán, and serving on the opening team for Discovery Cove’s Grand Reef and SeaVenture Dive Program, where he helped safely manage over 100 dives per day. A NAUI Lifetime Instructor Member (#55256), Kris is a Course Director, First Aid Examiner, Freediving Examiner, and Technical Diving Instructor, and is passionate about developing divers and educators at every level.