Q3: Snorkeling Flashcards
A J-shaped breathing tube.
snorkel
What is SCUBA
self-contained underwater breathing apparatus
It came from the word “snorkel.”
snorkeling
It is snorkelling on the surface of the water.
snorkel swimming
Snorkeling includes both ____________________ and ____________________.
- snorkel swimming
- snorkel diving
Basic equipment in snorkeling
- mask
- snorkel
- fins
Types of fins
- full foot fin
- adjustable fin
- split fin
- paddle fin
This fins are easy to use, more flexible, and more efficient while swimming on the surface. It is popular among warm-water dives.
full foot fin
This fins are often used with ice boots—cold water—has a rigid blade than full foot. It can provide more forward thrust but requires more effort to use.
adjustable fin
This fins generate fast accelerating speed from the long, slow and powerful strokes, frog kicking and turning.
paddle fins
This fins makes it easier for the swimmer to propel forward- smaller and rapid kicks are needed.
split fins
Benefits of snorkeling
- stress reliever
- cardiovascular benefits
- relieves pain and aches
True or False
The more you swim the more you strengthen your heart muscles.
True
True or False
The constant movement of your muscles and the water flow quickly stiffen muscles and joints.
False
Important things to remember while snorkeling
- Stay close to the shore
- Never do it alone
- One up, one down
- Rain check
- Know your surroundings
- Energy retention
- Leave them alone