BARBARIAN DIVING

This certification is recognized worldwide and is the best way to become a qualified diver on an adventure that will last a lifetime. The combination of personalized instruction and practical training sessions ensures that you gain the skills and experience of a confident, safe diver. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty course is the best course to learn how to protect yourself and other divers. You will learn how to recognize stress, avoid accidents and apply practical techniques for performing rescues and emergency care. With a combination of pool and open water training, you will be well and safely prepared to deal with emergency and rescue situations. After completing the course, you will receive the SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty certification.

The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty course is the best course to learn how to protect yourself and other divers. You will learn how to recognize stress, avoid accidents and apply practical techniques for performing rescues and emergency care. With a combination of pool and open water training, you will be well and safely prepared to deal with emergency and rescue situations. After completing the course, you will receive the SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty certification.

The SSI Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Specialty program at Barbarian Diving Tenerife is conducted in Los Cristianos, South Tenerife, and combines skill development with extended underwater exploration using professional underwater scooters.Training is typically completed in one day and includes practical instruction, dive planning, and open water training dives conducted at carefully selected dive sites suitable for DPV use. Dive locations are chosen according to sea conditions to ensure safe operation, optimal visibility, and ideal learning conditions.Courses are conducted in small groups to guarantee personalized supervision and safe handling of DPV equipment. A professional SSI Instructor provides detailed briefings covering scooter control, propulsion techniques, buddy procedures, gas management, navigation considerations, and safety protocols specific to DPV diving.All required scuba equipment, including DPV units and dive computers, is provided. Equipment preparation, charging, transport, and logistics are fully managed by our team so participants can focus entirely on the diving experience.Hotel pickup and drop-off are included within the Los Cristianos area. Courses and briefings are available in:EnglishSpanishGermanItalianPortugueseScheduling may be adjusted depending on weather and sea conditions to maintain the highest safety standards. Participants must hold a valid recreational diving certification, complete the SSI medical questionnaire prior to diving, and are responsible for holding valid diving insurance.Minimum recommended surface interval before flying:12 hours after a single dive18 hours after multiple divesThis specialty focuses on safe DPV operation, improved dive efficiency, and enhanced underwater exploration while discovering Tenerife’s unique volcanic underwater landscapes.