How to Hang

One of the most moving dive strategies is simply doing nothing. Stop. Don't move at all. Hang.Those fish that kept disappearing as you flew past actually come toward you. You notice things that you would previously have missed. While you're doing nothing, look around. It's amazing how infrequently divers look up or scan to the limits of visibility in all directions (particularly behind). It's also amazing what you'll discover by doing this, especially if you're on a dive site with deep water nearby. While you're hanging, experiment with small movements. If you're vertical, one stroke of your hand can really help you turn effectively. When appropriate (and never on living coral), a well-placed finger can really help you maintain position or move carefully on.