Last Updated on July 3, 2023 by Snorkel Ken
The summer season is upon us once again! This is the perfect time of the year to hit the beach, feel the waves, and immerse yourself in the cool breeze. Aside from swimming and lounging on the shore, there are tons of activities that you can do while you are on the beach. One of these is snorkeling. Worried about your snorkeling skills? Fret no more!
Here are some tips to help you Snorkel Like a Pro:
Choose Proper Equipment
This is a golden rule for any sporting activity. Before you actually snorkel, it is important to invest your time and resources in procuring proper equipment. There are a lot of sport stores that sell complete snorkeling gears including the mask, fins, goggles, and others. However, you can also choose to buy these equipment individually. Do not hesitate to ask the help of the store attendants to know the quality of the product that you are going to buy.
Consider Getting a Dry Snorkel
A dry snorkel is a snorkel without a splashguard. This costs a bit more than the normal snorkel but it works better. A dry snorkel is capable of sealing the snorkel once you go underwater and it can also blow the water out of the tube. It can also decrease the chances of you swallowing saltwater.
Practice
Before you try your new equipment, it is important to practice first. Get a feel of your gear, make sure that everything fits well and you can breathe properly with your mask. You may practice snorkeling in a pool or a shallow part of the ocean. Practicing will also help you get used to the assisted breathing through your tube.
Swim Slowly
Once you are in the water, try to swim slowly. It will help you get a feel of the water as well as to regulate your breathing. A first timer may panic once he or she realizes that he is in deep sea and far away from the shore, but the trick here is to remain calm and composed. It is also recommended to learn some hand signals so that you can communicate with your swim buddies.
Snorkel in Calm Water
Calm waters can help you swim slowly and enjoy the marvelous sights underwater. Pick a location where there are no tourist boats to get in your way, as well as whirlpools and undercurrent which could be very dangerous. It is important to coordinate with the local authorities regarding weather bulletin when you go snorkeling.
Swim with a Team
This is a no-brainer. Swimming with a team is not only more fun, it is also safer. Never go on a snorkeling trip alone, even if you are a pro. A lot could go wrong while you are underwater, and it is best to have people nearby to help you.
Snorkeling is just one of the fun activities that you can do while you are on the beach. Knowing how to snorkel may seem trivial but is something that you definitely want to make sure that you’re comfortable doing prior to taking ona large snorkel adventure. Safety should be your number one priority as well. Have fun!
