Teaching Scuba - Week One!

Whew! I finally did it. I started what I think is sure to be my favorite scuba class ever!

Week One was somewhat intimidating, "you're no longer recreational divers, you are professionals!" Scary, but encouraging too as our course director, Bob, began to assure us that he's ready to help each one of us personally to tackle the material ahead of us!

After a few days of classroom work, Introductions, Divemaster Responsibilities, Dive Theory and Diving Physics, it was time to hit the pool for the first time as an instructor!

The students were very eager, and well prepared. Everyone assembled their gear and was ready to go in no time.

I did a quick giant-stride entry demonstration, the students followed suit, and we all hit the pool for some water skills.

After Jim (bottom left) instructed his class in different skill sessions I was able to help demonstrate and work one-on-one with the students to make sure their skills were proficient, and after each success came a smile and a high-five from the students!

It was really satisfying knowing that I helped out some intimidated new students knowing that they'll soon be fellow divers because of my help!

Great First Week!