captnpat1982
Contributor
My wife and I did the “Free Scuba” lessons at our AI in Cozumel in 2010. It was our 2nd or 3rd trip and we both wanted to try scuba, so we both went to our Dr. to see if we were healthy enough to dive. I had a stint 8 yrs. prior and my wife had surgery on her inner ear about 3 years prior. We were both cleared by the Dr. Yes!
We (group of 10 hotel guests) did a 2 hour classroom session, then about an hour in the pool. Then for $45 ea (the pool part was free, but no complaints here), we (group of 6) all met at Sunset beach where we geared up and started our shore dive. 45-50 minutes at a max depth of 25’.
I was hooked. My wife on the other hand could not clear her ear all the way. She loved the experience but just was not comfortable and understands my love for the sport.
4 months later I got certified and she did not try. She said that she wanted to try the Discover Scuba again on our next trip (#8). Can’t wait.
I am glad we did the Discover Scuba, it gave us good insight into what to expect.
IMO if the Discover Scuba is done by a reputable dive shop, it’s worth the time and money.
My only question is, Why did I not get certified 30 years ago?
We (group of 10 hotel guests) did a 2 hour classroom session, then about an hour in the pool. Then for $45 ea (the pool part was free, but no complaints here), we (group of 6) all met at Sunset beach where we geared up and started our shore dive. 45-50 minutes at a max depth of 25’.
I was hooked. My wife on the other hand could not clear her ear all the way. She loved the experience but just was not comfortable and understands my love for the sport.
4 months later I got certified and she did not try. She said that she wanted to try the Discover Scuba again on our next trip (#8). Can’t wait.
I am glad we did the Discover Scuba, it gave us good insight into what to expect.
IMO if the Discover Scuba is done by a reputable dive shop, it’s worth the time and money.
My only question is, Why did I not get certified 30 years ago?