You may already have preset images of what scuba diving may be like.

You may have seen James Bond movies with the hero (with a beautiful bikini-clad woman close by) wearing scuba diving flippers sneaking upon the villain. Or you may have watch a documentary on the brave Navy Seals.

These images of scuba diving have characterized scuba diving with adventure and wonder that most people would want to experience.

The equipment needed for scuba diving have been around for more than 100 years. But it wasn't until the WWII years when the first scuba gear, the Aqualung, was invented by Emile Gagnan and at the time an unknown French navel lieutenant named Jacques Cousteau.

SCUBA satnds for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and scuba diving developed quickly after the war and the sport of scuba diving really took off. With the help of scuba diving tanks, scuba diving regulators, and other scuba diving gear, scuba diving is practiced anywhere around the world where there is more than two feet of water.

But to enjoy the scuba diving experience you need more than just good scuba equipment. You need basic knowledge of physiology, physics, and safety practices. The sea can be dangerous.

By following basic safety measures, elementary science, and common sense, the wonderful world of scuba diving can be enjoyed by all.

You can teach your young children the basics by using SASY Program (Supplied Air Snorkeling for Youth).