As a fellow Yelp Elite member, I was invited to take a scuba diving introductory course with Learn Scuba Chicago . Let me say, as someone who only just recently learn how to swim and float, it was a lot of fun!
Before taking this course, I had NO IDEA what it entailed nor did I ever think I would be trying scuba diving in Chicago. As someone who is not a strong swimmer at all, I was a bit nervous. When I got to the pool, I felt like everyone was moving really fast around me, making sure their equipment was set up properly, changing into the suits, and getting into the water. Lucky for me, the instructors were really patient and helpful and take everyone’s safety and comfort as a priority. After being helped by certified divers getting my equipment together, it was time to jump in the pool!
We went through a few mask exercises under water which seemed pretty overwhelming at first…though I eventually got over it and was able to fully enjoy my time there. I told my certified diver that “I’m pretty sure I am not going to make it in the deeper end of the pool…” to which he responded, “yeah you are”. He was right.
I had a great time at the bottom of the pool and learned a new skill!
Here is a short clip i took after being comfortable enough to record!