Level: Beginner
Theme: Familiarization with the front snorkel
Natural breathing with the snorkel (In water)
Exercise D-5 Breathing - In the water
Objective

Regain natural breathing with the snorkel, without trying to control or modify it.

Instructions

* Stand in a pool where you can touch the bottom (at first)
* Gradually lie at the surface of the water
* Immerse your face with the snorkel
* Hold onto the edge if necessary (preferably at the ladder, about 30–40 cm underwater)
* Let yourself float without trying to hold on
* Let your legs naturally rise toward the surface
* Breathe only through the mouth
* Do not try to inhale voluntarily
* Let the air enter and leave freely
* Keep a relaxed posture
* Observe your breathing without interfering

Performance criteria

* Breathing remains calm and stable
* No visible tension in the jaw, neck or shoulders
* Inhalation occurs without sudden movement
* Exhalation occurs without pushing
* Breathing establishes itself without voluntary control

Success criteria

* I breathe without trying to control my breathing
* I let the air enter and leave naturally
* I feel no tension in my body
* I do not feel the need to accelerate or force
* I feel calm and comfortable with the snorkel

Points to watch

⚠️ Mistakes to avoid

* Trying to establish a breathing rhythm
* Voluntarily speeding up breathing — ⚠️ hyperventilation
* Inhaling too forcefully
* Forcing the exhalation
* Tensing up (neck, jaw, shoulders)