Only some physical dysfunctions (cardiac, respiratory, hearing problems) could prevent us enjoy of your practice; But even people with physical disabilities can do so through special courses, exist even dive boats adapted to these special needs. We see that it is open to everyone from children to seniors. Children (and adults) can begin to familiarize yourself with the diving through the typical tube or in his snorkel international terminology. The limit to gain access to a diving course is around 14 years old, and his practice above has no limit. So it is not strange to see, especially outside our borders, to several generations of a family, from grandchildren to grandparents.
Once we decided to dive, the possibilities are numerous. A baptism can be a good way to test; But if you really like us, most advisable is to attend a course, rather than follow well-meaning advice from a friend. In tropical areas of the world, in all the Spanish coast and the inland areas in dive courses. Each has advantages and disadvantages, and the choice depends on personal circumstances. The courses vary slightly according to the organizations that provide them, and even the country; but they basically follow a same scheme. The first thing is to acquaint the individual with the aquatic environment, as free as possible of obstacles so that you feel comfortable in an environment that, let’s not forget, is not ours. Carried out practices with sunglasses and tuba and wings, the so-called light diving equipment. A correct movement of fins is important to avoid cramps, as well as a breathing paced by tuba totally blocking the nose. This is achieved with the exercise known as the clueless, consistent breathing only through the tuba, without having glasses protecting your nose. In this way and, although at the beginning can be somewhat unpleasant, you get a total blockage of the nasal passages, not breathing through them and, therefore, not sucking water.