Scuba diving is an activity-rich in sensations and absolutely formidable. But this
activity is unique in its kind: it requires specific equipment and adapted techniques. If
this one interests you, then these few tips could be very useful to you. Here is an
article to read before doing your first scuba diving!
Use a 180-degree snorkel mask
There are many ways to go scuba diving. It is possible to go into deep water with an
oxygen cylinder, a professional suit and all the necessary equipment. But you can
also start alone, with quality equipment and suitable for occasional diving trips. For
this, the diving mask with a 180 ° view is ideal! It is equipped with a snorkel, which
allows you to observe the underwater world without going far from the surface, and
while continuing to breathe without an oxygen cylinder.
Remember to equip yourself with fins!
If it invites you to relax and observe underwater life, diving is also a sport. Indeed,
scuba diving is a sport accessible to all, but it should not be underestimated. This is
a fairly physical activity, which will require some effort on your part.
So, to practice this activity with pleasure, there is no need to be a high-level athlete,
only to have suitable equipment. To help you sweep a larger area without you
exhausting yourself, feel free to don a pair of fins. These will allow you to cover
greater distances without having to mobilize too much effort. So you can focus
exclusively on what’s going on underwater. Your movements will be more efficient
and less numerous, which should allow you to spend more time in immersion. After
the mask and fins, you can also purchase a wetsuit, if you wish. Other equipment
becomes indispensable in deeper waters.
Discover deep water diving with a professional
When you start a new activity, you often tend to want to go too fast and to grill the
steps. Scuba diving is a simple physical activity, but it can be dangerous if not done
properly. If you want to ditch your mask and snorkel to put on a wetsuit and an
oxygen cylinder, don’t do it alone. Start by making sure that your state of health
allows you to practice this sport by consulting your doctor.
Also, don’t buy professional equipment right away! Rent it from a service provider
and enlist the help of an instructor to carry out your first dives in deep water. Indeed,
unless you have a diving diploma, you cannot explore the seabed alone. At least, the
early days. An instructor should teach you all the basics of this unusual sport, safety
rules, breathing and decompression techniques… Water is an element as pleasant
as it is dangerous: it should not be underestimated.
Get your diplomas to become independent.
Diving can be learned! Diving with a snorkel and a mask can be done absolutely
anywhere, as long as you stay in the areas dedicated to swimming. Avoid venturing
into places where there is no security and in dangerous swimming areas (strong
currents, presence of dangerous marine animals, etc.). On the other hand, if you
want to gain autonomy in your practice of scuba diving, you will have to pass specific
diplomas. There are different levels of diving and to pass them, you need to
approach the PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors). This will allow
you to pass the different levels of training, from first scuba diving to the instructor’s
certificate.
From twelve to sixty meters deep, each level gives you access to a new practice of
scuba diving. With the right diplomas, you can set off on your own to conquer the
seabed. And always push your passion for scuba diving further.