Scuba diving is an awesome adventure. The shapes, the colours, the life, the weightlessness of the water; what you experience beneath the surface of the water are unequaled anywhere else on the earth. Keep in mind also that with 71% of our planet covered with water, there is a lot to explore.
As with all sports, scuba diving has its potential dangers, but proper preparation will keep you safe, and the rewards are well worth the effort.
Maybe you have been one of those who have thought of learning to scuba, but have been kept from even trying because of hesitations and fears of one sort or another. This is a common emotion, and it is easily remedied.
One of the most common fears is of being close to marine creatures. (perhaps you are picturing “Jaws”!) If you have been one of those feeling hesitant about this, some simple education can help. Many fears of being in close proximity with creatures from below the surface of the sea have come from years of misinformation from television and movies. These fears are usually unwarranted. (more…)