Roger Hobden
Contributor
I am curious to know if there is a well accepted minimum number of dives that an individual must do before he should, in theory at least, cease to be considered a "beginner" ?
Let's imagine a best-case scenario where the certifying agency is considered to have high standards, the instructor also, and the student diver a prudent individual who is well motivated to learn and apply sound advice from all matter of reputable sources.
Naturally, let us also make the important distinction between beginner and learner, because a good diver will learn on each and every dive, so learning will be a lifelong process.
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Let's imagine a best-case scenario where the certifying agency is considered to have high standards, the instructor also, and the student diver a prudent individual who is well motivated to learn and apply sound advice from all matter of reputable sources.
Naturally, let us also make the important distinction between beginner and learner, because a good diver will learn on each and every dive, so learning will be a lifelong process.
Don't hesitate to comment freely on your vote.