Can extreme kinds of sport be called a safe pastime? Specialists of AHLA DIVE confirm that in order for diving to be considered safe a diver needs to follow the basic rules of behavior under water:

• do not dive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
• always go diving with a company
• treat the preparatory step to diving responsibly
• do not haste while descending and do not ascend to the water surface fast.
• promptly inform other group members of occurring problems
• quickly react to the signals of difficulties from other participants
• Clearly know what actions will be of help under water.

Based on the given information here are the fields that should be accented at the time of diving training:

• rules of safe communication under water
• means of communication among group members
• theoretical and practical basics of help in case of emergency
• Peculiarities of ascending and descending

Professional instructors will recommend beginners to strictly follow all the instructions of the group leader. This way introductory dive will be a safe and interesting underwater adventure. Traditional diving for beginners should be carried out at the minimal for sport diving depth in order to control not only the work of equipment but also the actions of the beginning sea bottom explorer.

Besides the classical kinds of diving, professionals can advise you to try such underwater entertainments as:

• snorkeling
• introductory dive
• Underwater photo shooting
• wedding at the bottom of the sea
• nighttime diving

Diving tips for beginners and professionals

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