Activity:
Scuba Diving
Target
participant group: Wounded warriors with Spinal cord injuries.
Therapeutic
potential of this activity: This activity has the potential to decrease symptoms
of spasticity, increase positive moods, increase physical fitness and provides
the opportunity to be social and makes friends
What
other groups may benefit from this activity? People with amputations are also likely to reap the benefit from scuba diving.
What
groups may not be as appropriate for this activity? This activity involves using
air tanks and regulators for breathing so it may not be appropriate for people
with COPD’S.
Activity
description: Scuba diving is an activity that involves using a variety of
different pieces of equipment to allow yourself to dive deep under water for
extended periods of time. In order to scuba dive one must become certified
through an accredited certification course such as P.A.D.I.
Resources
needed: In order to scuba dive you need equipment such as a wet suit, regulator,
and oxygen tank, mask, fins, buoyancy controlled device and an octopus.
Best
leadership style for this activity: The best leadership style for scuba diving
is direct hands on leadership initially. Then gradually give them more
independence over time.
Where
did you find this activity? I have been a certified scuba diver since I was 15
years old and have gone on multiple dives with my father.
Where
can others find more information on this activity? http://paraplegicscuba.blogspot.com/
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