Diver Jim's

We recognize that the idea of diving well below the surface of the water when you can’t even go for a run around the block can be a daunting prospect. Let us show you how people of all fitness levels can learn and enjoy scuba diving.

You will lose body heat 25 times faster in water due to the fact that water is a much more effective conductor of heat. This is the reason why 70-degree air temperature may seem beautiful, but freezing cold in the water.

We realize that buying a diving mask can be a largely subjective experience. If you aren’t sure how to determine whether the mask you’re considering is really the right fit for an open-water dive, we’re always ready to help.

It’s important to remember that having equipment that fits you properly is critical for a successful and safe diving experience. Let’s talk about the pieces you’ll need for you next dive and what level of quality will enhance your experience.

Open-heeled Fins: also called half- pocket fins, these enclose the front portion of your foot and uses a heel strap to secure the fin to your foot. The heel strap on the open-heel pocket fins can be either adjustable or non-adjustable.

So how do you know which type of scuba diving regular is right for you? The best rule of thumb is to select your regulator by how easy it breathes. We recommend that you test breath several different models.

Some important backup items to keep on hand while scuba diving are O-rings, straps, and basic tools to repair your gear.

So why exactly is ear equalization so important when it comes to diving? Since water pressure increases the deeper a diver goes, the increased pressure in the outer ear can actually flex the eardrum inward. Equalization helps you to avoid this painful occurrence.

Did you know that it's a lot easier to learn to Scuba dive than one would expect? The actual skills you need to be safe and maneuver in the water are much simpler than they may appear.

Before you go for your scuba certification, you should take a discover scuba course first to determine whether you really enjoy the sport.

While you don't need to have a scuba certification before you try to breath underwater, it is necessary to have the proper training-a scuba diving course.

Did you know that the most basic prerequisite for undergoing scuba diving training is comfort in the water? The general requirements are the ability to swim continuously for 200 yards and float for 10 minutes without an aid.