The Law of Primacy

The Law of Primacy states that what you learn first is what sticks with you. In scuba diving, this means it’s crucial for instructors to teach correct techniques from the very beginning. If a diver learns something incorrectly, it can be challenging to “unlearn” that habit later. Instructors must emphasize proper skills and techniques, as students are likely to revert to what they originally learned under pressure, even if they later learn better methods.