Underwater orienteering
Underwater Orienteering[edit | edit source]
Underwater orienteering is a competitive sport that combines the skills of orienteering with scuba diving. Participants navigate through a series of underwater checkpoints using a compass and a map, aiming to complete the course in the shortest possible time.
History[edit | edit source]
Underwater orienteering originated in the 1960s in the former Soviet Union and East Germany. It was developed as a way to enhance the skills of divers in navigation and to promote underwater sports. The sport has since spread to other countries and is governed by the World Underwater Federation (CMAS).
Equipment[edit | edit source]
Competitors in underwater orienteering use specialized equipment, including a diving suit, fins, a mask, a snorkel, a compass, and a map. The compass is often mounted on the wrist or attached to a board for easy reading underwater. Some courses may also require the use of a depth gauge.
Courses[edit | edit source]
Underwater orienteering courses vary in design and complexity. Common course types include:
- M-course: A course shaped like the letter "M," requiring precise navigation.
- 5-point course: A course with five checkpoints that must be reached in a specific order.
- Star course: A central starting point with multiple checkpoints radiating outward.
- Parallel course: Two or more parallel lines of checkpoints.
- Monk course: A course with checkpoints arranged in a specific pattern, often requiring advanced navigation skills.
- Team course: A course designed for teams, requiring coordination and communication among team members.
Competition[edit | edit source]
Underwater orienteering competitions are held at various levels, from local club events to international championships. Competitors are judged based on their speed and accuracy in navigating the course. Penalties are given for missing checkpoints or deviating from the course.
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References[edit | edit source]
- "Underwater Orienteering." World Underwater Federation (CMAS). Retrieved from [1].
- "History of Underwater Orienteering." International Orienteering Federation. Retrieved from [2].
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