The sweat runs down my brow in small torrents, cascading over my recently-shaved head and obscuring my vision with the tingle of salt that no rapid eye-blinking can remedy. I am poised: arms flexed, balance sturdy, legs braced, steady breathing. My opponent, despite being both fourteen inches and years my inferior, is equally prepared. The bell rings. My arms pump in rapid yet rhythmic alternation, delivering haymakers and uppercuts to the facial region of my foe. He ducks, weaves, and wallops a low kidney-shot to my torso, simultaneously crumbling my defenses and body with a single emphatic blow. I twitch on the ground in agony. Despite the fervent shaking of my arms, I remain unconscious on the floor. The time » read more «

Coconut Tree Divers is proud to participate in the 3rd Annual Golden Buoy competition to raise money for the SOL Internation Foundation. Each year, local dive shops compete in a challenge to raise the most money for the SOL International Foundation. The winning dive shop will be honored with the coveted Golden Buoy at Oasis Bar on 16 April during the second annual Dive Shop Olympics. The SOL International Foundation is working to initiate and support community-based programs designed to promote education and increase the quality of life on Roatan. Through the support of grants and initiatives they are committed to enhancing the standards of education, arts and athletics in lesser developed areas. Click the link below to donate to » read more «