Aquatic Specialties

Curious about scuba diving but not ready to commit to a full certification? Our Try Scuba class is the perfect way to dip your toes into the world of diving! This introductory session lets you experience the thrill of scuba diving in a safe, controlled environment, all under the guidance of a certified instructor. Whether you’ve always dreamed of exploring the underwater world or just want to see what it’s like to breathe underwater, this experience is your first step toward an exciting new adventure!

Get ready to explore the underwater world with our Open Water Diver certification! This entry-level course is the most popular scuba diving certification worldwide, perfect for beginners who want to learn how to dive safely and confidently. SSI's Open Water Diver certification is valid worldwide, allowing you to dive anywhere with a reputable dive shop.

The SSI Snorkel Diver program is your first step towards discovering a passion for the underwater world. It is the best way to learn how to snorkel and develop your confidence in the water, so you can go snorkeling and explore the mesmerizing landscapes and wildlife of the aquatic world. You do not need to be a proficient swimmer to participate in the Snorkel Diver program, and there is no minimum age to join. You just need to be comfortable in the water, able to maintain your buoyancy, and ready to begin the adventure of a lifetime! In this program, you will be introduced to the equipment and skills you need to go snorkeling safely. Begin your snorkeling training and earn your SSI Snorkel Diver recognition card today!

​The SSI Full Face Mask Diver specialty course is designed to introduce you to the skills used in diving with a full-face mask. This class will include both academic and hands-on, in-water sessions.

Take your diving skills to the next level with our Independent Diving Course. This course is designed for experienced divers who wish to dive solo or without a guide, while maintaining a strong understanding of safety, planning, and self-sufficiency in the water. Our Independent Diving Course teaches you the essential skills to dive confidently on your own or with a buddy, away from organized groups. Under the guidance of our experienced instructors, you'll learn how to plan and execute your own dives, manage your air supply, assess potential risks, and respond to unexpected underwater situations. This course is perfect for divers who want more freedom and flexibility in their diving adventures, while ensuring they have the knowledge and training to dive safely and responsibly.

The ocean is filled with dive sites, but many of the best ones can only be accessed by boat. If you want to discover these incredible dive sites, become an SSI boat diver. It is the best way to learn how to dive from different types of boats safely and with confidence. As a boat diver, you will be able to explore offshore dive sites that attract schooling pelagics and marine megafauna not found closer to shore. You can experience the excitement of liveaboard diving anywhere in the world, fill your day with diving away from the crowds, and cruise along as the sun goes down. Using online training and open water diving sessions, the SSI Boat Diving Specialty program is the best way to learn. This program teaches you all the skills and techniques you need to dive safely and comfortably from boats, including small personal craft and liveaboards. Earn your SSI Boat Diving Specialty certification. Get started today.