Got Any tips?

[AllenG]

Take a class in UW communication (get your regular dive buddies to join you) and a class in general equipment maintenance & repair (you'll be amazed how often this lets you salvage a dive or become a hero!). These don't necessarily make you a better diver, but they will significantly increase your enjoyment of diving, which will get you diving more, which in turn will in fact make you a better diver.

 

[g2]

Give yourself lots of time to put the gear together, that way you can be relaxed -- and if you find a problem or have a question, you'll have time to address it.

Divemasters and instructors are trained to be looking for people who appear to be having problems, and then offer them help (they usually enjoy helping!). Take advantage of that: if you are wondering about something or have any questions, bug 'em! They should be glad to help. They can also give you tips on how to assemble and maintain your gear.

Cheers, g2

 

[blacknet]

Hello,

Another thing to add. Become self reliant, don't depend on anyone to be there in an emergency to help you out cause chances are they won't. Learn breathing/relaxation techniques and practice them BEFORE you get into the water (see previsualization)

Ed

 

[Lance Gothic]

Brothers & Sisters of the U/W world,
AviZ,

1. Know yourself
2. Know your buddy
3. Know your gear

Plan the Dive and Dive the Plan!

Nothing found is going to disappear. Plan another dive.
Use your logbook as a Dive Diary. Really hyped by a site? GPS that knave and find it again!
If the dive changes for the worse, GO UP! Evaluate the conditions and re-dive or return at a later date.
None of us knows all the variables. Therefore, set limits!

Regards,
Lance Gothic
Shibumi