In Total Snorkel Cancun, we believe is all about trust, and trust takes time. To be patient and to respect everyone's own times is a must Once understanding this, a shallow waters area is needed to offer the briefing, where non- swimmers feel safe and open to listening to any instruction.
A key part to feel safe is the equipment. Everyone will try the gear before getting offshore. Learn more about our equipment in our video here.
No floating skills? No problem, lifevest is included. Once again, you are able to try that in-shore, standing in shallow water. Learn more about our life vests here Groups should be small to guarantee personal attention. In Total Snorkel Cancun we have an average of 6 people per group with 3 staff per boat. The guides should always wear a wheel life preserver where non-swimmers and beginners can hang at any time. A dry snorkel is paired with traditional snorkel masks and is what allows you to breathe underwater.
Fins help you as you navigate the water; they allow you to move efficiently in shallow waters. Fins should be lightweight and fit comfortably. Start with my guide for first time snorkelers. First time snorkelers may even be able to try a whale shark snorkeling adventure.
Snorkeling is great for strengthening your heart muscles, toning and trimming legs, improving your joint mobility by allowing you to exercise and not impact your joints, and for relieving stress by releasing endorphins and making you focus on your breathing.
As an Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Are you ready to hop on a boat and try your first attempt in snorkeling? There is nothing wrong in trying to snorkel without knowing how to swim. However, it would still be best to at least try to learn some basic swimming skills like floating. Snorkeling for non-swimmers is possible, just be sure to practice safety precautions and never try to snorkel alone. The HobbyKraze is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for website owners to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.
As their Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Relax and Don't Panic. Prepare your Snorkeling Equipment. Snorkeling Gear Snorkel This is the tool that will help you breathe through your mouth. Mask As mentioned earlier the mask can be part of the snorkel like the full face snorkel mask or can be separate from the snorkel. Snorkel Vest This is a must for first-time snorkelers and non-swimmers as it will help you stay on the surface of the water.
Fins You may notice that not everyone wears fins when snorkeling. Float Horizontally. Submerge A Bit. Be Aware of your Surroundings.
Where to Practice Snorkeling Swimming Pool If you live far from the ocean, a swimming pool make a great practice venue for snorkeling. From the Beach Beach snorkeling has less pressure and many non-swimmers feel safer starting from the beach because they can start with shallow water. Boat Since boat trips are usually part of the tour, competent swimmers and non-swimmers start snorkeling from a boat. Be Aware of Rip Tides and Currents. Frequently Asked Questions. Can non-swimmers go snorkeling?
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Lisa Hayden-Matthews. Subscribe To Our NewsLetter! Subscribe for Updates. Full Name. Let's Talk. Now for the snorkeling gear; typically, this consists of a face-mask and a pair of flippers. The face mask takes a little longer to understand. People rent-out this equipment, so they usually pass through a lot of mouths. If it bothers you a lot, you might consider buying your own snorkel mask.
Now this part that goes into your mouth, has a very typical indentation — a part of it is supposed to go behind your teeth-line, and a part is supposed to remain in front. If you clamp down on it correctly, it will form a mould around your teeth, and you will be able to breathe through it without opening your mouth.
Try and remind yourself to relax. Walk around a little with your equipment on and try to breathe. When I stepped off the last stair and into the open water, within two minutes I was vertical again. I panicked like a pigeon and clung on to the anchor-chain for dear life.
After spending another 5 minutes, making somewhat of a laughing stock out of myself, I finally gave myself a stern lecture and let go off the chain. Pretty soon, I figured out I was floating effortlessly, and all I had to do to keep breathing was to keep my snorkel tube above the surface. This helped me relax a lot, and the effect was miraculous. I was able to navigate through the water a lot better, and I almost the entire two hours without once getting water up my nose or mouth.
It may sound counterintuitive, and it certainly is easier said than done, but the first key to being any good under or on water is to be able to calm the fuck down.
Take slow, deep breaths, which go a long way in slowing down your heartbeat. Your face mask is such that if you exhale through your nose too often, your goggles will start fogging eventually. While this might be a legit trick, it ended as you can imagine, with water up my nose when I attempted it in a flash of misplaced confidence.
The truth is, your technique and comfort will improve with each dive. In many cases, because these are protected waters, the fish are fearless and curious, and will actually venture very close. Be sure though, that you do not touch or tread upon any kind of fish, corals or anemones. While I was writing this post, I came across this absolutely gorgeous place called Belize — its crystal clear waters seem to have so much to offer to under-water enthusiasts.
Once you have mastered your snorkeling skills and gotten over the initial jitters, maybe take a look at this super post on snorkeling in Caye Caulker, Belize before you book your next diving trip? Playing the Guide in Goa. My list snorkelling experience was in MX many years ago, when a very handsome Mexican allowed me to hold onto his arm as we snorkelled along.
What a great way to start! So happy to know that you gave a try to snorkeling. This is one of my favorite sports, and I can stay in the water for hours. You will be safe, you will make new friends and enjoy the open waters. Safe journeys Nat. Glad to hear there is hope for the non-swimmers in the world! I sink like a rock and panic when I get in the water. I have gone snorkeling and was so happy to have a very good swimmer friend with me who rescued me as I floated much farther away than I intended.
I was so busy watching the gorgeous fish I forgot to keep track of where I was! Great encouraging post! Even the best divers struggle to walk in flippers, so put them on at the last minute before you jump in!
Your post was very entertaining to read!
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