Somewhere far below sea level, the most fashionable critters in the subsurface world are gracefully strutting their stuff in form-fitting wetsuits with foot-flattering flippers. Grace the coveted underwater runways of exploration with today's Groupon to Dive Connections in Charlottesville: For $40, you get an individual scuba experience (an $80 value).

The subaquatic scholars at Dive Connections sate scuba sweet teeth with scuba gear, classes taught by experienced instructors, and seafaring travel adventures. With the individual scuba experience, set sail on the solo sea sojourn by viewing a DVD from the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, which contains panoramic video seen through the diver's goggles and a full academic module, followed by a 45-minute orientation during which sea-legged trainers answer all questions. Then, don scuba gear and head to the pool for a one-hour underwater tango with buoyant fettuccini noodles and schools of cracker goldfish under the tutelage of the instructors. In addition, a $50 coupon is included toward a certification class if used within two weeks of your scuba experience. Call to sign up for the individual scuba experience during open-pool hours, usually held Saturday and Sunday afternoons.