Scuba diving is a relatively new sport. It was only in the latter half of the 20th century that diving became widely accessible to the general public. With this newfound popularity came a lot of myths and misconceptions about scuba diving.

In this article, we’ll dispel some of the most popular scuba diving myths.

1. Scuba diving is dangerous

This is one of the most common scuba diving myths. People often think that scuba diving is dangerous because it involves breathing underwater. However, scuba diving is actually a very safe sport. The risk of injury or death while scuba diving is actually very low.

During your training, you will learn the skills to help you practice diving safely. Diving is done in buddy teams to also ensure that if anything happens that you have someone close by to help. It’s important to dive within your certifications level and your experience. Don’t push yourself to keep up with the group.

2. You need to be a strong swimmer to scuba dive

This is another common myth about scuba diving. People often think that you need to be a strong swimmer to be able to scuba dive. However, this is not the case. While it is helpful to be a strong swimmer, you do not need to be a strong swimmer to scuba dive. As you train, you will become more comfortable in the water. Having a basic level of swimming will help you feel comfortable in the water and thus make learning to dive easier.

While scuba diving is an extreme sport and should be considered as such. Dive within your experience and certification level. Be sure not to push yourself, it’s meant to be fun after all.