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What is Scuba Diving?
Most the scuba diving shops offer an introductory scuba diving course and
scuba diving trips. It is highly recommended that scuba diving certification
is obtained before attempting to scuba dive but if you are a non-certified diver
and you decide to do this, please be very cautious in the scuba dive shop that
you choose.
SCUBA Diving: S.C.U.B.A. stands for Self Contained Underwater Breathing
Apparatus.
Beginner's Introduction to Scuba Diving
What is scuba diving?
Scuba diving is essentially a way for humans to be able to explore the underwater
world by using an underwater breathing apparatus. The basic equipment used is:
-mask
-snorkel
-fins
-wetsuit
-regulator: a mouth piece with hose that is attached to the tank
-BCD: buoyancy controlling device (jacket or vest)
-tank: compressed air
-a pressure gauge attached to the tank to monitor the amount of AIR used
Wondered about what scuba diving would be like?
It's a great water sport that many people think about but only a few actually
attempt the sport. However, it is a fast growing sport worldwide. Scuba diving
in my opinion is the next best thing to space travel. You get to experience
a whole new realm of existence. It's not a difficult sport but care and special
instruction is needed to explore this wondrous water world.
What could I expect to see? You can see so many varieties of
fish from teensy weenie ones to ones the size of a human (groupers). Common
and exciting to see are moray eels, nurse sharks (harmless), barracudas, crabs,
lobsters, sting rays and the list goes on.
Who can scuba dive?
If you are healthy and love to discover and try new things, this is the perfect
sport.
Is scuba diving dangerous?
Scuba diving is not dangerous when precautions are taken. It is highly recommended
that beginners take the PADI/NAUI course before attempting to scuba dive. With
this course, you will obtain a diving certification. From there, you will be
certified to dive almost anywhere. People interested in more specialized diving
can work their way up to a master scuba diver.
Can I dive without a certification?
Most dive shops offer scuba diving to non-scuba divers. This can be dangerous
because as a diver, you should be aware of your own situation instead of depending
on someone else. If you are interested to try diving without the certification,
it is highly recommended that you use a good dive shop.
Is it expensive to scuba dive?
Scuba diving can be expensive but it's definitely worth the money. It's a good
idea to budget this in before going on a trip. The rates do not vary too much
but the reputation and establishment of the dive shops do vary.
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