Becoming a scuba diver affords the opportunity to get an up-close look at the array of plants and animals living just below the water’s surface. Feeling confident under water will reduce the risk of making mistakes. That’s why all divers should be certified. Also fun dives at you local lake with your instructor or dive shop group, even joining a destination diving vacation will help you gain valuable knowledge. The following tips for first-time scuba divers will expand your knowledge and strengthen your skills to remain safe on each adventure. 

3 Tips All First-Time Scuba Divers Should Follow

1. Purchase your own gear. When it fits you and you know where all the buckles and snaps are you will feel more comfortable. You will also be able to get accustomed the amount of weight you need for you dive. 
2. Get some practice. Even if it is at you local lake with a buddy, your Instructor or your dive shop group you will learn more by doing. Practice makes you better.
3. Go on a destination group scuba trip with your dive shop. The leader of the group is typically a dive professional that would be happy to take you under their wing. Being in the ocean and seeing all kinds of exciting creatures is great. You have entered a whole new world beneath the surface!

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Tips should encourage reader to take lessons and to start with a group.

If you want to try scuba diving, the instructors at Phoenix Scuba are qualified to provide thorough training. The instructors have 70 years of combined experience and have certified thousands of divers in the the Greater Phoenix, AZ, metropolitan area. Training is available for scuba divers age 10 and up. For scuba lessons, call (602) 374-3206. Visit the dive center online to view the event calendar and see photos from the diving excursions on Facebook.