2. Snorkeling
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✗ Snorkeling is an underwater activity
that involves a breathing tube.
✗ a very popular recreational activity
because it can be done by people of all
ages.
✗ less dangerous than scuba diving.
3. Snorkeling Vs. Scuba Diving
✗ Scuba often requires a lot more complicated
equipment, like air tanks and ballasts, and time
spent training to acquire a scuba diving license.
✗ scuba diving actually grew out of snorkeling, or
rather it's predecessor, known as freediving.
✗ snorkel only works at the surface of the water
✗ snorkeling is done any time someone uses a
snorkel and is done by scuba divers when they are
on the water's surface and in some water-based
sports.
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Snorkeling is a great activity for those that
want to:
Enjoy time outdoors
See a variety of undersea life
Do something active outdoors without
being too strenuous
Do something special that everyone in the
family can do
6. Swim!
Learn how to swim.
Knowing how to swim means you’re just more
flexible, mobile, and safer in the water.
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7. Breathing through a tube is not
exactly like normal breathing!
You’ll have to get used to
getting less air than usual.
You’ll need to keep your breath
at a steady pace. Practice
keeping your breath calm and
stable.
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Learn how to breathe
8. While you’re swimming,
you will use muscles you
might not have used
before. So, stay relaxed,
and keep your body and
breath steady and calm.
Conserve your energy
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9. But if you DO want to practice
to be a bit more comfortable in
the water, we get it. The best
way is to head to your local
pool and take a few practice
swims.
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Practice
10. Snorkeling Gear
There are 3 types of snorkels – basic, semi-dry and dry snorkel.
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A basic snorkel is a basic breathing tube that forms a J at the mouthpiece.
A semi-dry snorkel is a basic snorkel that has a simple splash guard at the top of
the snorkel.
A dry snorkel is a basic snorkel with a dry top feature that prevents water from
entering the opening.
11. Snorkeling Do’s & Don’ts
o DO Listen to your instructor
o DO Always be aware of your
surroundings
o DO Defog your mask
o DON’T strap the mask over your
ears
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