Hello Kimberly Welcome to the Sport! I’ll be diving the gulf from Panama City Beach in June 12-19. Being a single woman diver (hubby does not dive) for 16 years I’ve learned many things. Check out Rainbow Reef Dive Center in Key Largo, FL. On their dives they provide a lead so you can enjoy being underwater and not worry about getting lost. On all boat dives you get buddied up with someone. I enjoy talking about diving if you have any questions.