Hi guys i saw this as an older forum topic & i loved the responses they gave. I have very recently discovered that i would love to freedive in the ocean. I was curious to see what the "draw" is for you folks who are "vets" at the sport!
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I'd like to do that in the springs we have near here, if i can get certified soon enough. If not it will have to be next year after our very long winterI always liked being underwater and as a kid I would hold my breath and swim more under the water than above it. I guess depth diving is the next step from there, just being under and enjoying the sensations of it all. I'm naturally competitive with myself and like to improve what ever I'm doing, so that drives me to train and get better.. since the deeper you go the longer you get to enjoy the dive.
One of my favourite things to do while freediving, that I don't get/make the effort to do enough, is diving on large shipwrecks. Its really fun to interact with a "dry environment" while underwater. For example freefalling headfirst down a staircase is an interesting and playful way to approach a structure that we would normally walk on.
I love freediving because of the the challenge and dsicipline. I's fun to try to extend my abilities, improve my stroke, longer dynamics, etc. Also, the relaxation from breath holding is kind of addictive. I'm not talking about personal best statics - but the first couple of minutes of a dive when you just let go, drifting slowly, very meditative, and the fullness in my chest feels good. After a good pool session I don't want to quit.
How do I mitigate risk? When I push myself I have a buddy to spot me.
Why don't you make a trip to a freediving school? either down south, florida or Caribbean, or within driving distance (your profile says new york) I know some really good instructors in/near Montreal and Toronto. You can make a week, or two) trip of it, take a course and get a good week or 2 of proper depth diving under your belt. If you like it so much to take it seriously then consider moving around for it, or if you decide its not for you at least you got the full and proper experience..These are awesome reasons. I am trying to motivate myself to make a decision to move to FL or somewhere similar. I feel like if i am to pursue this and make the rest of my life more enjoyable i may have to make it a priority? I agree with Nathan i swam underwater a lot as a younger man once i figured out the water wouldn't hurt meSub Sub thanks for your reply, too. Cool stuff !
Why don't you make a trip to a freediving school? either down south, florida or Caribbean, or within driving distance (your profile says new york) I know some really good instructors in/near Montreal and Toronto. You can make a week, or two) trip of it, take a course and get a good week or 2 of proper depth diving under your belt. If you like it so much to take it seriously then consider moving around for it, or if you decide its not for you at least you got the full and proper experience..
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if i had a *real* job i could. But i did not know about Montreal / Toronto. That's another option. I simply may have to put this off for the year until I am financially prepared (i dont even have gear yet). I really appreciate the advice.
It's fun on a bun. It's a sport that's easy on the wallet and easy on my joints.
A lot of sales start happenin at the end of the summer/season, when stores wana move old inventory. Don't miss out.
Are you talking about gear?