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SSI Deep Diving Specialty

SSI Deep Diving Specialty

The SSI Deep Diving course expands your underwater boundaries by introducing you to the techniques, knowledge, and safety procedures required to explore depths beyond the limits of recreational Open Water diving.

This certification program takes you deeper into the underwater world while developing your confidence and awareness at increased depths. Rather than focusing on theory alone, the program emphasises practical experience. You will dive alongside an instructor to learn how depth affects your body, equipment, buoyancy, air consumption, and dive planning. Completing this program qualifies you to conduct recreational dives to a maximum depth of 40 metres, within the limits of your training and experience.

What the Course Entails

Deep Diving Techniques: Learn how depth affects your body, equipment, buoyancy, air consumption, and dive planning.

Dive Planning: Master the procedures for planning and conducting safe dives to depths of up to 40 metres.

Safety & Emergency Procedures: Develop the skills required to recognise and manage potential problems associated with deeper diving.

Equipment Management: Understand how to configure and use your diving equipment effectively at increased depths.

Course Duration: 2 Days

Course Pre-requisites

Certification: Hold a valid SSI Open Water Diver certification or an equivalent recognised certification from another training agency.

Minimum Age: Must be 15 years old by the start of the practical training.

Health Status: Complete a medical statement confirming fitness to dive safely.

Course Flow

Digital Learning: Study the core theory concepts online at your own pace before meeting your instructor.

Briefing: Review depth-related risks, dive planning, safety procedures, and equipment configurations before each training dive.

Open Water Training: Complete the required deep dives under the direct supervision of your SSI instructor, developing your skills and confidence at greater depths.

Debriefing: Review your performance with your instructor, discuss depth-related observations, and log each completed dive.

Certification: Receive your digital C-card once your instructor has confirmed that all required knowledge and skills have been successfully completed.

How Can I Get Started?

Create Account: Register online or download the official MySSI smartphone application.

Select Centre: Choose a holiday resort or SSI dive centre to host your training.

Unlock Materials: Purchase and complete the digital learning materials for the Deep Diving program.

Book Dives: Schedule your deep-water training dates directly with your chosen SSI training provider.

What is the next adventure?

SSI Rescue Diver: Develop the knowledge and skills to prevent diving problems, manage emergencies, and assist other divers in distress.

Holidays featuring this Course

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Manta Ray Bay Resort And Yap Divers

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Manta Ray Bay Resort & Yap Divers is a boutique Micronesia dive resort offering themed rooms, a harbour pool and spa, plus year-round manta encounters and guided dives from its on-site dive centre.

  • Boutique Dedicated Dive Resort
  • World-Class Manta Ray Destination
  • Luxurious Ocean-themed Rooms & Suites
  • Taro Leaf Spa
  • Restaurant & Bar Aboard the S/V Mnuw
  • Yap Divers Dive Centre On-site
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True Blue Bay Boutique Resort

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True Blue Bay Boutique Resort is a colourful waterfront eco-resort in Grenada, offering Caribbean-style rooms, pools, yoga, diving and lively island experiences near Grand Anse Beach.

  • Waterfront Eco Boutique Resort
  • Climate-smart Accommodation
  • Family-friendly Facilities
  • Yoga and Full-service Spa Facilities
  • Watersports and Marina Access
  • Aquanauts Grenada Dive Centre On-site
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Hotel San Andrea

Gozo, Gozo

Hotel San Andrea is a charming boutique hotel on Xlendi Bay, Gozo, offering sea-view rooms, Mediterranean dining and a relaxed seafront setting, ideal for a peaceful seaside escape.

  • Seafront Promenade with Bay Views
  • 28 Rooms in a Boutique Setting
  • Rooftop Terrace and Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi & 24-hour Reception
  • Excellent Shore Diving Access
  • Dive Centres Nearby
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Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz

Gozo, Gozo

Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz is a five-star Gozo resort with elegant rooms, fine dining, a spa, pool, and stunning views—ideal for a luxurious and relaxing island escape.

  • 5 Star European Luxury
  • Multiple Restaurants and Bars
  • Authentic Ayurveda Centre
  • Panoramic Views
  • Great for Families and Non-divers
  • On-site / Adjacent Dive Centre
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Block Hotel

Gozo, Gozo

Designed and built specifically with divers in mind, in the heart of Xlendi which is a wonderful picturesque sheltered bay with a charming seafront and waterside walkways.

  • Excellent location
  • Perfect for school groups and clubs
  • Bar / Restaurant
  • Ideal for dive and stay packages.
  • Purpose built scuba training pool
  • Ritual dive centre onsite
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Block Hotel

Gozo, Gozo

Designed and built specifically with divers in mind, in the heart of Xlendi which is a wonderful picturesque sheltered bay with a charming seafront and waterside walkways.

  • Excellent location
  • Perfect for school groups and clubs
  • Bar / Restaurant
  • Ideal for dive and stay packages.
  • Purpose built scuba training pool
  • Ritual dive centre onsite
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Flamenco Beach & Resort Quseir

Red Sea, Hurghada

Flamenco Beach & Resort is a four-star Red Sea beachfront stay in El Quseir with sea-view rooms, pools, dining and a jetty for easy snorkelling and diving on vibrant coral reefs.

  • Beach & House Reef Access
  • All-inclusive Resort
  • Rooms & Suites w/ Sea or Garden Views
  • Spa and Wellness Centre
  • Evening Entertainment and Live Shows
  • Dive Centre On-site
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Caloura Hotel Resort

Azores, Azores

Caloura Hotel Resort is a four-star clifftop retreat in the Azores, offering ocean-view rooms, a pool, spa facilities and direct access to natural volcanic swimming spots and the Atlantic coast.

  • Set on a Clifftop w/ Atlantic Ocean Views
  • Direct Access to Natural Volcanic Pools
  • Rooms & Suites with Balcony or Terrace
  • Restaurant & Bars with Ocean Views
  • Sauna and Wellness Facilities
  • Caloura PADI Dive Centre On-site
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