Roth Regatta

If you enjoy gazing into a salt water fish tank, you will more than likely, LOVE scuba! Many seem to think they will feel claustrophobic. Typically this is not so, we become so mesmerized, especially when the water’s clear! Once you have learned safe diving procedures, you’re ready to explore this magnificent underwater world! The scuba safety depth for diving is several feet off the ocean floor (provided you don’t exceed the depths on your dive table).

One misconception is that you

‘ll be eaten by a shark…we are truly not on their diet! Look at the stats…unless you happen to be spear fishing with bloody game in tow or splashing on the surface/mistaken for a seal…they will not attack when totally submerged. You’ll be one lucky person to even spot a shark. After many hours & years, the first for me was during an intentional shark dive. Since then, I’ve seen only a few; they will not come near unless the waters are chummed.

I realize this may seem farfetched fo

r some, as I was one extremely skeptical person during my open water certification. I had no interest in seeing a catfish or a bass….let alone a SHARK!

It is normal to have scary thoughts cycle through your mind. More than anything, it’s the fear of the unknown. Once we gain more experience we realize how safe diving is and our comfort level increases. The first step is learning is in a 3′ deep swimming pool; if anyone becomes uncomfortable…. simply stand up!

In my opinion, diving is m

ore exciting than exploring outer space! So anytime you want to give it a whirl, the water temp is perfect & waiting for us to dive in!

Until next time……