Scuba diving is a sport that allows people to explore underwater environments. Whether it’s a lake, a river or a reef, scuba divers have the opportunity to experience some of the world’s most beautiful underwater scenery.

SCUBA stands for “self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.” It includes a tank of compressed air that is toted on the diver’s back, an air hose for carrying air to the mouthpiece and facemask that protects the eyes and nose, a regulator that controls the flow of air and gauges that indicate depth and how much air remains in the tank. Diving is a highly addictive hobby that takes practice to master.

Calm Down:

The most important thing to remember before scuba diving is that you should relax and take slow breaths. This will help to prevent stress and fatigue while you’re underwater, which can make your dive last longer.

Basic Safety Rules:

To avoid decompression sickness, nitrogen narcosis and barotrauma, you should follow scuba diving’s no-decompression limits, never ascend more than 10 minutes from the bottom and always use a certified instructor for your first dive. It’s also a good idea to always dive with a buddy, and to check your equipment before each dive.

BCD (buoyancy control device):

A buoyancy control device is basically an inflatable jacket that you fill with air to regulate your own buoyancy, both at the surface and underwater. This is essential to staying afloat, but you’ll also use it to hover and adjust your position while under water so you’re not kicking too much.