PADI Snorkeling course Are you planning a vacation to a warm water destination and would like to explore the beautiful underwater world. Snorkeling will allow you to visit the underwater world for a short period of time and see the colorful disney like attractions of the tropical aquatic paradise. Snorkeling is easy and fun, especially if you learn to do it properly. It is not necessary to be an expert swimmer. Snorkeling is one of the few sports that can be enjoyed on an equal basis by all members of the family. If you are in good health and can swim, you can snorkel; however, the more at home you feel in the water, the easier it will be to learn snorkeling techniques. What do I need to start?: Bathing Suit & Towel (We will provide basic snorkeling equipment) Minimum age: 8 years old Call Pacific Watersports to register 503-642-3483 Highly Recommended Reading or Viewing of DVD before snorkel session: Discover Snorkeling Manual, The Snorkeler's Field Guide (Only need one per snorkeling group)...cost $15.95 (great starter guide for snorkeling, also includes; aquatic identification for many destinations) or Equipment Use and Snorkeling Tips DVD...cost $4.95 (great visual starter guide).  We have both of these learning materials here for purchase. Course Includes: The use of basic equipment Proper surface resting & swimming Snorkel clearing Proper fin kick Surface dives & underwater swimming Equalization techniques Proper descents & ascents Safety in the water 1 1/2 hours of instruction Course Cost: $25 per person. (May require two people to be conducted, offered Tuesday and Sunday evening, call to schedule a session, please give us 1 to 2 weeks advance notice if possible.  To view up-coming class schedule click HERE or to view detailed store calendar click HERE