Hello from Norway

[Imla]

Is a wool base layer enough under the thermal layer? (sorry if asking basic questions here)
Thermos filled with hot water is noted

Personally… I do two+. It depends what kind of suit you will use. Trilam or neoprene. But, always bring double sets. A drysuit is only as dry as the next potential leak. They get fewer with your own suit, but it is nice to have new dry undergarments in case of a leak on a class.

Water is 3-5c at the moment.
Bring a wool beanie. Wool neckliner and something insulating to stand/change on. (Sitteunderlag feks)

 

[Divercouple]

Thanks! Double it is, along with a buff/neckliner, beanie and a changing pad.
Any other tips or something to be aware of as newbies before we dip our toes into this amazing world?

 

[Imla]

Slow down. Try to actually stay still and have a look around and "feel". Discover your surroundings.
It is very easy to get "tunnevision" and a very strict tast-focus in classes. (That is normal, and if you can't get past it, dont worry). Just slow down enough for a little while to feel and appreciate all the new sensory stimuli. Differences in movement. Sound, vision, perseption.

(oh, and go to bed early...)