People worry that scuba diving is risky, but with proper training and a few sensible habits it is one of the safer adventure sports. Here is why scuba diving is safe, and what we do on every dive to keep it that way.
You learn before you dive
No one is dropped in the water without preparation. Every diver starts in the classroom and the pool, learning hand signals, breathing technique, and what to do if something goes wrong, so you are comfortable before you ever reach open water.
The gear is built for safety
Your regulator, BCD, and gauges are designed with backups in mind. We service every set, check it before each dive, and show you how to use it, so it does its job underwater without you having to think about it.
The buddy system
You never dive alone. With the buddy system you and your partner keep an eye on each other the whole time, checking air, signalling, and stepping in if either of you needs a hand.
Every dive is planned
Before we get in, we agree on a plan: how deep we go, how long we stay, and where we surface. We factor in the weather and conditions too, so there are no surprises once you are underwater.
A quick health check
Before you kit up, we run through a short health questionnaire. It only takes a minute, and it makes sure diving is right for you that day, with no conditions that the depth or pressure could aggravate.
You dive with a professional
Our instructors and divemasters are trained and certified, and they stay with you in the water. They read the conditions, watch the group, and handle anything that comes up so you can relax and enjoy the dive.
You are trained for problems
Part of your training is handling the things that can go wrong: a flooded mask, sharing air with your buddy, a controlled ascent. You practise these until they feel routine, so if something happens, you already know what to do.
Fun, not fear
Diving should be exciting, not nerve-wracking. Stick to your training and dive within your limits, and the worry fades fast, leaving you free to enjoy what is down there.
The bottom line: scuba diving is safest when you follow the guidelines and dive within your skill level. Do that, and there is very little to fear.
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FlyingFish Scuba School
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GTDC Calangute Residency, Goa 403516, India
