17 Feb 96 19:55, CHUCK DUFFNEY wrote to ALL:
 CD>     I am new to this forum.  I don't know how to scuba dive but it has
 CD> always interested me..  I hope to take lessons this spring and was
 CD> wondering if anybody had any advice for a new diver.  Such as what to
 CD> look for in a school, what equipment is good, and so forth.  well,
 CD> thanks in advanced to anyone who responds.
You will typically be expected to provide your own mask, fins, snorkel, and 
boots.  I would recommend buying them from a dive shop rather than a local 
sporting goods place.....so much of what a dive shop does involves educating 
the public.  You'll want to get a mask that fits as well as possible....the 
dive shop guy can show you how.
Find out how much their course costs and what is included.  Here's specifics
that you'll want answers to before you give them any cash:
   1.  When does the class meet?  How many weeks?
   2.  How many hours of lecture vs hours of pool time?
   3.  Where is the open water training done?
   4.  Is equipment provided for the pool sessions?  For the open water?
   5.  What expenses can I expect to incur during the open water?
       Transportation, hotel, food, etc.?
   6.  Is the textbook included in the cost of the course?  How about the
       C-Card?
   7.  What *exactly* am I going to have to provide to finish the entire
       course, from start to C-Card?  How much will it cost?
Jay
PADI M-9033
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