Scuba diving is a popular hobby of many people around the world. This activity is not only a great way to explore the beautiful underwater world, but it is also a very meditative one that can help people de-stress.

A scuba diver carries their own air tank with them and breathes air from the compressed air within it. This allows them more freedom underwater compared to surface-supplied divers who carry an umbilical cord.

It is important to note that scuba divers should never go deeper than their certified depth, as nitrogen narcosis can occur. Nitrogen is a part of the compressed air that is used in scuba tanks and this can have a very narcotic effect on a diver.

This is why a slow ascent and safety stop are vital to ensure that the changes in pressure don’t cause air bubbles in your blood, which can be life threatening.

Communication:

When scuba diving there are certain hand signals that you must learn so that you can communicate with other divers safely. The most common is the “Everything is Okay” sign that you can flash at your buddy if you think they are having trouble.

The other most important thing is to make sure that you check your SPG regularly and let your instructor and buddy know if you have enough air in your tank. If you do this your chances of a successful dive are much higher and you will be able to enjoy yourself.