How to Cliff Dive

People engage in the risky sport of cliff diving all over the world. The sport originated in Hawaii where men dove off of great cliffs to prove their courage and loyalty. You should always take the necessary steps to insure safety. It can mean the difference between life and death as you seek a memorable, thrilling experience.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Locate a legal and safe spot to dive. Some cliffs are illegal to dive from, yet others are well known for cliff diving and provide life guards.

2. Bring others along for the fun. Cliff diving, like any other diving, is a sport that should never be done alone.

3. Find out the height of the cliff and the depth and turbulence of the water. Maximum heights are 75 to 90 feet for men and 60 to 75 feet for women. Beginners should dive from cliffs of less than 30 feet.

4. Scope out terrain. Look for vegetation that may be hazardous.

5. Swim the water checking for rocks, debris or anything else that may not be visible in the water from the cliff.

6. Jump off the cliff in one fluid motion. The safest type of cliff is completely vertical where no running is required. Running and jumping is not recommended.

Tips & Warnings

• Cliff dives higher than 30 feet should be reserved for experienced divers in order to avoid severe injury or death.
• Stay relaxed in the air, tense up before impact.
• Some travel agencies provide cliff diving cruises that provide travel to great cliffs, guides, demonstrations and drinks.
• Tip your lifeguard well.
• Pack a camera and have pictures taken of your death defying feat.
• Jump barefoot for less impact on the knees, groin and back.
• Unless you are an experienced diver, go feet first.

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