Scuba Diving FAQs
Which piece of scuba equipment should I buy first?
There are two schools of thought on this. One is that you should consider only purchasing your personal gear until you are sure what type of diving you like. This school believes you should buy only mask, fins, and snorkel, for fit and sanitary reasons. The other school of thought is that the rental gear you can rent, especially in tropical locations, is second rate and poorly maintained, and that gear you purchase will be better and more reliable. Typically, people agree that you should not buy a tank until you believe you will be doing a significant amount of local diving.
I have a medical condition. Is it safe for me to scuba dive?
Scuba diving is a physically demanding sport, which requires a healthy heart, well able to tolerate exercise, and healthy lungs. Additionally, any illness which might incapacitate you, such as with a seizure or unconsciousness, such as uncontrolled fainting are some of the medical conditions which are considered disqualifying for scuba diving.
There are a lot of different certification courses for scuba diving. Which one should I take?
Scuba agencies all must follow a minimum standard set by an industry organization, so they differ less than you might expect. However, instructors differ a lot, and you should try to talk to the instructor you will be taking the course from and determine exactly what will be offered, and how you feel about them. Some instructors add significantly to the standard course.
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