Typhoon Lagoon Shark Reef-opinion!!

[coltsfanatic]

Had a random question: I would love to go to Typhoon Lagoon for Shark Reef during my college road trip but I'm not a great swimmer-I can swim about a lap without stopping. Also, my mom is an okay swimmer but she doesn't like deep water. Just asking for opinions on whether or not other teens use life vests-I really don't feel like panicking on vacation OR making a fool out of myself by wearing a life vest...opinions or experiences???!!!

 

[poohbearluver]

i just did it last week, it was my first time snorkeling, and i had a panic attack and started freaking out. but im kinda young, so yeaa. for me it was just really scary, but lots of people in my group really enjoyed it

 

[coltsfanatic]

That's my problem too, my emotions get the better of me!! Either I'm as calm as can be or panicking.

 

[disneygymmom]

It's a short swim. Actually just floating along works better. I would say wear the vest if it makes you more comfotable. If you haven't snorkled much it would be great to give it a try at your local pool to get the hang of it. Have a fabulous trip!

 

[PewamoGirl]

i have done it a few times, the second time i did it (a few years ago) i freaked out, but once i put on a life jacket i was fine. Its a really great experience. Now i play water polo so im a lot more comfortable in the water so i don't use a life jacket any more, but what ever makes you more confident is fine.

 

[PrincessKendall]

ITS SO SICK !!!!! do it for sure i went when it was still free tho.. i used a life jacket becacuse i wanted to float on the surface.. and ive never went snorkeling so i just used the goggles and i just held my breath

 

[coltsfanatic]

Thanks guys!! I'm definitely going to try it now. I think I'll practice maybe at a pool or the Y, I definitely feel more relaxed now about just floating and seeing what works for me.

 

[marypops!]

I did it last year, and I swallowed a lot of water. I'm used to scuba diving more than snorkelling, so I put my head underwater too much... But that's just me. Also something people haven't mentioned is that there is a sort of underwater platform in the middle where you can catch a short breather, if you need it. There is also a scuba diving bit as well, but you have to spend $20 for it.

 

[stokedcoconut]

that sounds really fun! i am a really good swimmer so i wouldnt neeed a lifejacket but when i went snorkeling in the ocean i got sooo freaked out ( i have like the biggest fear of coral! ) so i used a life jacket and a floating tube! lol, i would say go for it!