The minimum run was a lot slower this morning compared to yesterday. This was mainly due to the exertions of the day before. Whilst it was of a similar route, I did cut the distance down to take into account the lack of energy and the heat (28 degrees at 7:00 am). I completed the minimum 5K distance with a smile though due to the location, but as a consequence of the location a considerable amount of sweat was also used.
Yesterday was a fantastic start to the diving holiday and all of the students performed admirably. Their first 2 open water dives were at Xwenji bay and provided laughs and sights that will never be forgotten. Our welcome back to the Atlantis Dive Centre is always a warm one and it always feels like returning home thanks to Brian and Steph.
Today however was all about qualification! The sea conditions around the island are perfect, there is no swell or waves to speak of and the visibility is fantastic. With this in mind and my main aim being to make sure everyone reaches their qualification status, we headed of to Hondaq for the day. The site slowly slopes toward Comino and allows me to pick the depth for the required skills, as well as introducing the students to a little more depth and experience. I am very pleased to report that without any incident or delay the whole group passed their open water qualification.
We celebrated in typical Gozitan style, by top bombing from the jetty wall adjacent to the beach. A lot of credit has to go to the students, now divers, Neil, Jane, Ellie, Beth, Therese and Alex. They have been a pleasure to teach and I am very much looking forward to enjoying the rest of the week with a very diligent group of divers.
Bring on the rest of the day.
Big Kev
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