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Our SSI Open Water Diver Course is designed to be fun, supportive, and confidence-building, giving you everything you need to safely explore the underwater world.A $50 deposit secures your spot, and classes are kept small—so reserving early is the best way to guarantee your place.Your Course ScheduleClassroom (6:00 – 8:30 p.m.) August 18,20,25,& 27Pool Sessions (9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.): August 22 & 23Ocean Training – Ocean Monterey August 29 & 30Complete your certification with an unforgettable weekend that includes:4 open water dives1 snorkel divePlus, you’ll receive a FREE Dive Computer Class (a $125 value) to help you dive with confidence.Course PricingCourse Fee: $398 (Includes classroom instruction, pool sessions, and instructor-led open water dives)Personal Gear Package (required): $289 – $499 (Mask, snorkel, fins, boots, gloves & cutting devices)Plus mouthpieces for regulators. ➤ Receive a $100 rebate when gear is purchased through High Sierra Divers.Digital Learning Materials: $159.99 Normally $180.99 (SSI digital book, dive tables, certification card, and logbook)Rental Gear for Open Water Dives: Special rental rate when you purchase your basic gear for HSD.We provide all scuba gear for pool sessions, and rental gear is available for your ocean dives.Why Choose Us?✔ Small class sizes for personalized instruction ✔ Experienced, professional instructors ✔ Focus on safety, confidence, and enjoyment ✔ Ongoing support—even after certificationAdditional InformationMinimum age: 12 years and olderCourse duration: Approximately 2 weeksSmall group instruction focused on safety and confidenceReady to Get Started?Create your SSI Diver profile and connect with us here: https://www.divessi.com/en/homeOr simply reply to this email, call, or stop by the shop—we’ll take care of the rest.This is more than just a class—it’s the beginning of a lifetime of adventure. Don’t wait too long… spots fill quickly, and we’d love to see you in this upcoming session!Best regards, Doug & Tina

SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver CourseTake your diving to the next level with Enriched Air Nitrox (EAN)—one of the most valuable certifications a recreational diver can earn.Nitrox contains a higher percentage of oxygen than standard air, allowing for longer bottom times, reduced fatigue, and shorter surface intervals. It’s no surprise that divers have been safely using Nitrox since the late 1980s—and now it’s your turn to experience the benefits.Course OverviewThis entry-level specialty certification prepares you to safely plan and dive using Enriched Air Nitrox blends from EAN22 to EAN40.Upon successful completion, you will be certified to dive with Nitrox independently and may continue your training with the Advanced Nitrox Upgrade.What You’ll LearnHistory and evolution of Nitrox divingOxygen exposure and safety considerationsBenefits and limitations of EANGas handling and analysis proceduresDive planning using tables and computersEquipment considerations for Nitrox divingPhysics and physiology of enriched airScheduleLecture Session: August 19 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM(Please confirm if this date works for you.)Course RequirementsCompletion of course materialsWritten examNo dives required—this is a classroom-based certification.PricingCourse Fee: $125SSI Digital Learning Kit: $99 (Includes certification card; student discount available at $89.99)Optional Hard Card: $25Bundle & SaveEnroll in an Advanced Adventure / Advanced Course along with Nitrox and receive: ✔ $50 off the Advanced course ✔ One complimentary EAN cylinder rental ✔ Additional cylinders available at $20 eachTotal savings: $70Ready to Dive Smarter?Nitrox is one of the easiest ways to extend your dive time and improve your overall diving experience. Spots are limited—secure yours today!

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow! ????????

Has it been a while since your last dive? Less than 2 years since you last explored the deep blue? Our Scuba Skills Course is the perfect way to shake off the rust and dive back in with confidence! Designed for certified divers who haven't been underwater for one to three years, this course will refresh your essential scuba skills, update you on the latest safety protocols, and make sure you're absolutely ready to rediscover the magic beneath the waves. Those underwater adventures are waiting for you!Practice your skills in confined water before you dive in open water. Good skills to practice include:Predive checksBuoyancy checks (proper weighting)BuoyancyMask clearingMask removal and replacementRecovering and clearing your regulatorShared air ascentEmergency swimming ascent or controlled emergency swimming ascent (depending on what your training agency teaches)You will receive a Skills Update digital card upon completion of the knowledge assessment and confined-water skills.This class is typically semi-private, meaning you'll receive personalized attention from the instructor—either one-on-one or with up to two students (or a family).The cost for this course, which includes your digital online books, is $169. Call us with your availability so we can make it work

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. High Sierra Diver 530-823-6757

Altitude Diver Specialty CourseJoin Us for Our Upcoming Altitude Diver Course!Class Begins August 12, 2026 Altitude Dives at Lake Tahoe – August 16, 2026Have you ever wondered how diving at altitude affects your dive planning? When diving at elevations above 1,000 feet, special considerations and corrections must be made to ensure safe and accurate dive planning.In this course, you'll learn why altitude affects diving and how to properly adjust your dive planning before, during, and after your dives. The program includes an evening classroom session and at least two supervised altitude dives.You'll discover why depth gauges and dive tables can provide misleading information at altitude and learn the procedures necessary to compensate for these differences. We will introduce the Albright Altitude Table, a simplified method that eliminates the need to work through multiple tables and complicated calculations.Following the classroom presentation, students will work through practical exercises based on real-world diving situations to build confidence in altitude dive planning.This course is open to all certified divers, regardless of certification agency.Course Topics Include:• Why Altitude Corrections Are Necessary • Physics of Altitude Diving • Arrival Procedures at Altitude • Dive Planning Considerations • After-Dive Procedures • Albright Altitude Table • Dive Tables and Their Use at Altitude • Dive Computers and Altitude Compensation • Computer-Based Altitude Diving • U.S. Navy Dive Tables • SSI Recreational Dive Tables • Other Agency Dive TablesCourse Includes:• One Evening Classroom Session • At Least Two Supervised Altitude Dives (Typically at Lake Tahoe)Course Fees:Altitude Diver Course: $125.00 Digital Training Materials: $69.99 Certification Card: $40.00How to RegisterTo sign up, contact High Sierra Divers by phone, email, or visit our website and select Classes → Altitude Diver to access the online registration form.

Tuesday & Thursday Nights Each Week Kickstart your underwater adventure with the SSI Open Water Diver Referral—a flexible training program designed for new scuba divers. Complete your academic and confined water sessions at home, then finish your open water dives at any SSI dive center worldwide. Whether you're preparing for a tropical vacation or simply want a convenient way to learn scuba, this referral course offers the ideal solution. All training follows Scuba Schools International (SSI) standards, ensuring safety and skill mastery. Certified instructors guide you every step of the way as you build confidence and competence underwater. Start learning today and explore the world’s oceans tomorrow! To enroll in a SSI Open Water Scuba Diver course, you must be 10 years or older. You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with scuba diving is required.

It is easy for dive skills to get rusty and to lose confidence when you have not dived for a while. With the SSI Scuba Skills Update, we will get you back in the water and diving with ease in no time. This scuba refresher course allows you to review and practice scuba skills you learned in your Open Water Diver program, under the guidance of an SSI Professional. This is a great course to take just before a dive holiday, so you spend less time worrying about your skills and more time admiring the marine life. If you are a non-certified Open Water Diver student, a Scuba Skills Update is ideal for practicing your dive skills before your open water training dives. With no fixed course duration, you can take your time and focus on the skills you need help with.

It is easy for dive skills to get rusty and to lose confidence when you have not dived for a while. With the SSI Scuba Skills Update, we will get you back in the water and diving with ease in no time. This scuba refresher course allows you to review and practice scuba skills you learned in your Open Water Diver program, under the guidance of an SSI Professional. This is a great course to take just before a dive holiday, so you spend less time worrying about your skills and more time admiring the marine life. If you are a non-certified Open Water Diver student, a Scuba Skills Update is ideal for practicing your dive skills before your open water training dives. With no fixed course duration, you can take your time and focus on the skills you need help with.

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver CourseTake your diving to the next level with Enriched Air Nitrox (EAN)—one of the most valuable certifications a recreational diver can earn.Nitrox contains a higher percentage of oxygen than standard air, allowing for longer bottom times, reduced fatigue, and shorter surface intervals. It’s no surprise that divers have been safely using Nitrox since the late 1980s—and now it’s your turn to experience the benefits.Course OverviewThis entry-level specialty certification prepares you to safely plan and dive using Enriched Air Nitrox blends from EAN22 to EAN40.Upon successful completion, you will be certified to dive with Nitrox independently and may continue your training with the Advanced Nitrox Upgrade.What You’ll LearnHistory and evolution of Nitrox divingOxygen exposure and safety considerationsBenefits and limitations of EANGas handling and analysis proceduresDive planning using tables and computersEquipment considerations for Nitrox divingPhysics and physiology of enriched airScheduleLecture Session: August 19 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM(Please confirm if this date works for you.)Course RequirementsCompletion of course materialsWritten examNo dives required—this is a classroom-based certification.PricingCourse Fee: $125SSI Digital Learning Kit: $99 (Includes certification card; student discount available at $89.99)Optional Hard Card: $25Bundle & SaveEnroll in an Advanced Adventure / Advanced Course along with Nitrox and receive: ✔ $50 off the Advanced course ✔ One complimentary EAN cylinder rental ✔ Additional cylinders available at $20 eachTotal savings: $70Ready to Dive Smarter?Nitrox is one of the easiest ways to extend your dive time and improve your overall diving experience. Spots are limited—secure yours today!

In this specialty program, you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to safely and confidently navigate underwater. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, how to leave and return to a designated point, plus basic navigation patterns. You will also be taught how to combine navigation techniques to enhance your diving experience. All of which hones your underwater observation skills, improves your dive safety and helps you to get the most out of every dive. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

The SSI Perfect Buoyancy specialty is the best way to improve your buoyancy and get the most from every dive. Buoyancy is an essential dive skill, but any diver will tell you it takes time to perfect. The Perfect Buoyancy specialty will teach you advanced buoyancy skills and techniques, so you can master your buoyancy more quickly and enjoy more relaxed dive adventures. In this fascinating program, you will also learn new skills that protect the environment and work in every diving situation. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. With better buoyancy skills, you will soon be able to hover with ease and take the underwater photographs you dream of!

As a Nitrox diver, you can increase your bottom times and safety margins, plus shorten your surface intervals - so you can spend more time diving and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge whilst learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures of up to 40% oxygen. Upon completion, you will earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification.

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow! ????????

Has it been a while since your last dive? Less than 2 years since you last explored the deep blue? Our Scuba Skills Course is the perfect way to shake off the rust and dive back in with confidence! Designed for certified divers who haven't been underwater for one to three years, this course will refresh your essential scuba skills, update you on the latest safety protocols, and make sure you're absolutely ready to rediscover the magic beneath the waves. Those underwater adventures are waiting for you!Practice your skills in confined water before you dive in open water. Good skills to practice include:Predive checksBuoyancy checks (proper weighting)BuoyancyMask clearingMask removal and replacementRecovering and clearing your regulatorShared air ascentEmergency swimming ascent or controlled emergency swimming ascent (depending on what your training agency teaches)You will receive a Skills Update digital card upon completion of the knowledge assessment and confined-water skills.This class is typically semi-private, meaning you'll receive personalized attention from the instructor—either one-on-one or with up to two students (or a family).The cost for this course, which includes your digital online books, is $169. Call us with your availability so we can make it work

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. High Sierra Diver 530-823-6757

The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will teach you all you need to dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters, through a mixture of academic sessions and open water dives.You will learn to plan and safely complete your deep diving adventures and use computers and gas consumption calculations to get the most from your deep dives.Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore beautiful deep dive sites wherever you choose. This SSI Specialty is also a prerequisite for some advanced training, making it the next logical step to take in your dive education.We will do one deep dive from shore, then go out on the Beachhopper and do two deep dives. We try to go 80 feet or more for our deep dive course. The Beachhopper is $140.00 for a two tank dive.

Altitude Diver Specialty CourseJoin Us for Our Upcoming Altitude Diver Course!Class Begins August 12, 2026 Altitude Dives at Lake Tahoe – August 16, 2026Have you ever wondered how diving at altitude affects your dive planning? When diving at elevations above 1,000 feet, special considerations and corrections must be made to ensure safe and accurate dive planning.In this course, you'll learn why altitude affects diving and how to properly adjust your dive planning before, during, and after your dives. The program includes an evening classroom session and at least two supervised altitude dives.You'll discover why depth gauges and dive tables can provide misleading information at altitude and learn the procedures necessary to compensate for these differences. We will introduce the Albright Altitude Table, a simplified method that eliminates the need to work through multiple tables and complicated calculations.Following the classroom presentation, students will work through practical exercises based on real-world diving situations to build confidence in altitude dive planning.This course is open to all certified divers, regardless of certification agency.Course Topics Include:• Why Altitude Corrections Are Necessary • Physics of Altitude Diving • Arrival Procedures at Altitude • Dive Planning Considerations • After-Dive Procedures • Albright Altitude Table • Dive Tables and Their Use at Altitude • Dive Computers and Altitude Compensation • Computer-Based Altitude Diving • U.S. Navy Dive Tables • SSI Recreational Dive Tables • Other Agency Dive TablesCourse Includes:• One Evening Classroom Session • At Least Two Supervised Altitude Dives (Typically at Lake Tahoe)Course Fees:Altitude Diver Course: $125.00 Digital Training Materials: $69.99 Certification Card: $40.00How to RegisterTo sign up, contact High Sierra Divers by phone, email, or visit our website and select Classes → Altitude Diver to access the online registration form.

The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will teach you all you need to dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters, through a mixture of academic sessions and open water dives. You will learn to plan and safely complete your deep diving adventures and use computers and gas consumption calculations to get the most from your deep dives.

Many of the ocean’s best dive sites are wrecks. These impressive structures attract unusually high densities of marine life and give you the chance to immerse in living history as you dive. There is nothing quite like wreck diving and the SSI Wreck Diving specialty will give you all the skills and knowledge you need to become a safe and confident wreck diver. With a combination of academic and confined water sessions, you will be taught how to safely conduct non-penetration dives around wrecks and artificial reefs, up to a depth of 30 meters. You will also get to practice your wreck diving skills during open water training dives. All of which will ensure you can enjoy wreck diving with confidence and get the most out of every dive. Upon completion of this program, you will earn your SSI Wreck Diving specialty certification. Continue your adventures and become a wreck diver. Get started online today!

In this specialty program, you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to safely and confidently navigate underwater. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, how to leave and return to a designated point, plus basic navigation patterns. You will also be taught how to combine navigation techniques to enhance your diving experience. All of which hones your underwater observation skills, improves your dive safety and helps you to get the most out of every dive. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

The Assistant Instructor rating is the next step after becoming a Divemaster along the scuba instructor pathway. It allows you to collect valuable teaching experience, practice briefings, teach academics, and conduct in-water training. If you want to further your career as a dive professional, you can finish the Instructor Training Course, pass the Instructor Evaluation, and become an Open Water Diving Instructor.

Assistant Instructor Trainers prepare Assistant Instructors to teach academics and conduct in-water training. As an Assistant Instructor Trainer, you are also qualified to assist Instructor Trainers, giving you valuable experience along your scuba diving instructor pathway. When ready, you can finish the Instructor Training Seminar, allowing you to become an SSI Instructor Trainer. Start your journey to create scuba diving instructors today.

The Instructor Evaluation (IE) is the final step of SSI’s 2-Step Instructor Training Approach Divemasters or equivalent-level professionals will have to successfully complete the Instructor Training Course (ITC) first where you’ll learn how to: • Conduct academic sessions • Lead confined water training • Teach Open Water Diver and various Specialty programs like Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress&Rescue, Perfect Buoyancy and more • Develop student management and communication skills Already an experienced instructor with another agency? You may be eligible for shortened oboarding options where you will only have to complete certain parts of the Instructor Training Course (ITC) followed by passing an Instructor Evaluation (IE). Contact an SSI Training Center near you to learn more. Already certified as an Assistant Instructor with another agency? You could continue your professional journey with SSI. Get in touch with a local SSI Training Center to explore your options.

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow

Our own Reef Divers provides personalized valet dive services that many of our guests don’t even know they want until they experience it. With 30 years behind us, no one does it better than we do. Reef Divers takes the work out of your diving—handling the heavy lifting and care of your boat-dive gear, from your first dive with us through your last dive (unless you’d prefer to do it yourself). We rinse, dry, and store your BCD and regulator daily, so they’re set up and ready for your next day’s diving. The only finger you’ll have to lift is the one to point out your gear as you relax in the boat, ready to go diving. At the top of the dock, we have separate rinse tanks for photo equipment, wetsuits, and general dive gear, plus a drying room for wetsuits so you don’t hCayman Islands diving is mostly current-free, which is optimal for new divers, divers who wants to move at their own pace, and underwater photographers who may want to spend their entire dive at one location, waiting for the perfect shot. All of our dive sites are moored, which marks the beginning and ending points of that dive. Our dive masters will brief the location, establish dive limits, and draw a map of the tour they’ll lead. As long as divers remain in buddy teams and stick with the predetermined limits, it’s their option to follow the tour or go off on their own. For those who follow, the tour lasts 35 to 40 minutes. By the time they’re back at the mooring and know that the boat is overhead, most divers feel comfortable enough to continue exploring on their own until their time is up or they run low on air. We recommend that new divers or those who feel more comfortable following the tour remain on the boat and be among the last divers in the water. High Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program.When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

This Course combines Assistant Open Water Instructor with Open Water Instructor to Create capable and Reliable Dive professionals to train the next Generation of divers!

As a swimming teacher, you become an ambassador of this world and inspire the next generation of swimmers. Are you ready to make a difference? The SSI swimming teacher course is waiting for you! Upon completion, you will be familiar with effective teaching techniques for swimmers in several age groups and with different skill and ability levels. Be a hero – save lives – become a swimming teacher!

To join the SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC), you must be a certified Divemaster or hold an equivalent qualification. This comprehensive program is part of SSI’s 2-Step Instructor Training Approach. It begins with the Instructor Training Course combination, supported by immersive digital learning. After successfully completing the ITC, you will attend the Instructor Evaluation (IE) to become an SSI Open Water Instructor. As a certified instructor, you’ll be able to independently teach key SSI programs such as Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue, and Dive Guide. Need more time or want to gain hands-on experience before becoming a full instructor? You can take the Assistant Instructor portion as a standalone step. This allows you to assist with real student courses, build valuable teaching experience, and then complete the Instructor Evaluation at your own pace. The possibilities are endless – start your scuba diving instructor career now!

Become a Scuba Instructor and Live Your PassionTo join the SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC), you must be a certified Divemaster or hold an equivalent qualification. This comprehensive program is part of SSI’s 2-Step Instructor Training Approach. It begins with the Instructor Training Course combination, supported by immersive digital learning. After successfully completing the ITC, you will attend the Instructor Evaluation (IE) to become an SSI Open Water Instructor.As a certified instructor, you’ll be able to independently teach key SSI programs such as Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue, and Dive Guide.Need more time or want to gain hands-on experience before becoming a full instructor? You can take the Assistant Instructor portion as a standalone step. This allows you to assist with real student courses, build valuable teaching experience, and then complete the Instructor Evaluation at your own pace.The possibilities are endless – start your scuba diving instructor career now!

Discover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.Two Tank Dive includes Snacks $140Must bring your own :Full Set of Dive EquipmentTwo TanksCertification CardGratuityPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757Explore. Learn. Dive deeper.

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Socorro Islands - M/V Valentina January 2027 About this trip Travel aboard the M/V Valentina to the Socorro Islands! Known as a hot spot for sighting Giant Pacific Manta Rays, schools of fish and schools of sharks - the Socorro Islands are a diving haven for creature spotting divers and adventure divers alike. Socorro, San Benedicto and Roca Partida are three volcanic islands that make up the Revillagigedo Islands, more popularly known as Socorro. Located 250 nautical miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, it takes 24 hours to travel to this magnificent area. The M/V Valentina liveaboard trips to Socorro, San Benedicto, and Roca Partida are beautifully unique. These sites are best known for the wonderful encounters with Giant Pacific Manta Rays, where the mantas come to the divers and are happy to stay throughout entire dives. If that's not enough in Socorro, there are up to ten species of sharks including whale sharks, silkies, silver tips, white tips and sometimes tiger sharks! Dolphin encounters are always thrilling and we will be diving the region during an annual migration of humpback whales that will be there to breed and calve. Divers may also observe many different behaviors at cleaning stations. Bottlenose dolphins, wahoo, tuna, marlin and smaller creatures like eels, nudibranchs and octopi are just some of the other critters that call Socorro "home". The M/V Valentina is a 130ft luxury yacht with a 20-person maximum occupancy with a crew who put the safety and comfort of their divers as a top priority. Previous Dolphin Scuba divers have loved relaxing in between dives in the Deluxe Suites or topside on the different decks. After feasting your eyes and hearts on the sights seen below the waves, you will feast onboard the Valentina on cuisine crafted by first class chefs! Notable Dive Sites ROCA PARTIDA A huge reef right in the middle of the open ocean is Roca Partida. The drop off of the reef wall is 230-265ft (70-80m). A large flock of black jacks, mantas, and silvertip sharks can be spotted. This is a dynamic big creature point with a school of hammerhead sharks covering your view while whale sharks and tiger sharks could be swimming around you. It takes approximately 6 hours by ship from the San Benedicto Island. The rock which stuck out from the sea surface becomes the nest building place for giant trevally and others. The voyage to this point is very weather pending because it is right in the middle of the open ocean.

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow! ????????

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow

 The Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is huge. It's the largest undersea canyon on the West Coast of the United States — and begins right offshore. It descends from a depth of about 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) at a distance of 60 miles (97 km) off the coast. Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist Monterey The diving experience in Monterey is unlike anywhere else. Divers are drawn to the area's underwater canyon and kelp forests. They possess one-of-a-kind marvels that can't be replicated by other diving sites. People are also enticed by Monterey County diving for more practical concerns. They love the area's strong diving safety and excellent visibility. If you like the idea of anywhere between 10 and 30 feet of clear visibility, you'll simply want to scuba dive in Monterey. The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary's waters are full of beneficial nutrients. That's why the sanctuary is home to a dazzling array of marine creatures. Divers in the region get the exciting opportunity to feast their eyes on marine animals galore. If you want to dive and check out some of the most interesting and beautiful examples of marine life out there, you can't go wrong with a dive in Monterey County. Examples of underwater wildlife include seals, otters, sea lions, rockfish grouper and lingcod, starfish, and abalone. Monterey is known by many to be a fantastic location for cold water diving. People can credit the Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon for this which has an amazing depth of 10,663 feet. Year-round water temperature at diving depths is between 48-52 F (approx 10 C). High Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow

Marine mammal interactions are common in these waters. Divers frequently encounter seals and sea lions, with young sea lions in particular displaying curiosity by approaching or following divers. Dolphins and whales are also often spotted from the boat. The underwater environment is exceptionally diverse. Common marine life includes sheephead, calico bass, halibut, garibaldi, ling cod, vermilion, numerous species of rockfish, opaleye, several varieties of perch, giant black sea bass, horn sharks, angel sharks, and various rays. Invertebrates such as lobsters, scallops, mussels, multiple types of abalone, eels, nudibranchs, sea fans, snails, sea cucumbers, sea hares, starfish, sea urchins, octopus, and numerous shellfish are abundant. Eel grass meadows, kelp forests, and a wide array of anemones also contribute to the vibrant ecosystem. The specific creatures and sights encountered can vary greatly depending on the dive site and the diver’s chosen path. Each island boasts unique geology, featuring cave systems, arches, swim-throughs, towering rock formations, and sheer walls, ensuring a dynamic and ever-changing underwater landscape. Photography or fun diving only High Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

Channel Islands Lobster Hunting AdventureFor Advanced DiversJoin High Sierra Divers aboard The Peace for an exciting 3-day liveaboard lobster hunting adventure to California's legendary Channel Islands!Designed for Advanced Open Water Divers and above, this trip offers the opportunity to complete over 12-15 dives, including night dives when conditions permit. The Channel Islands provide ideal lobster hunting conditions with rocky reefs, kelp forests, and thriving marine ecosystems that support healthy lobster populations.Night diving is where the real excitement begins. As the sun sets and the underwater world transforms, divers will have the opportunity to search for California spiny lobsters while exploring some of the most beautiful dive sites California has to offer.The Peace provides comfortable open-berth accommodations with single and double bunk options. Enjoy three freshly prepared meals each day, plus snacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, and fresh water throughout the trip.This trip is recommended for:• Advanced Open Water Divers• Lobster hunters• Experienced boat divers• Divers looking to gain additional experience in challenging conditionsImportant Information• Lobster hunting requires a valid California fishing license and lobster report card.• Divers must comply with all current California lobster regulations.• All diving is unguided and buddy teams are responsible for planning and conducting their own dives.• Enriched Air Nitrox is available for an additional fee payable directly to The Peace.• Night diving experience is strongly recommended.If you've been looking for the ultimate California lobster hunting adventure, this is your chance to explore the world-famous Channel Islands, sharpen your skills, and bring home some bugs for the dinner table!

Our own Reef Divers provides personalized valet dive services that many of our guests don’t even know they want until they experience it. With 30 years behind us, no one does it better than we do. Reef Divers takes the work out of your diving—handling the heavy lifting and care of your boat-dive gear, from your first dive with us through your last dive (unless you’d prefer to do it yourself). We rinse, dry, and store your BCD and regulator daily, so they’re set up and ready for your next day’s diving. The only finger you’ll have to lift is the one to point out your gear as you relax in the boat, ready to go diving. At the top of the dock, we have separate rinse tanks for photo equipment, wetsuits, and general dive gear, plus a drying room for wetsuits so you don’t hCayman Islands diving is mostly current-free, which is optimal for new divers, divers who wants to move at their own pace, and underwater photographers who may want to spend their entire dive at one location, waiting for the perfect shot. All of our dive sites are moored, which marks the beginning and ending points of that dive. Our dive masters will brief the location, establish dive limits, and draw a map of the tour they’ll lead. As long as divers remain in buddy teams and stick with the predetermined limits, it’s their option to follow the tour or go off on their own. For those who follow, the tour lasts 35 to 40 minutes. By the time they’re back at the mooring and know that the boat is overhead, most divers feel comfortable enough to continue exploring on their own until their time is up or they run low on air. We recommend that new divers or those who feel more comfortable following the tour remain on the boat and be among the last divers in the water. High Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

It's recommended that if you travel to a new location, or visit an unfamiliar dive environment, you should have someone familiar with the area orient you to the particular dive site. Scuba diving with an experienced local dive professional at Casino Point you relax and better enjoy the dive. https://divingcatalina.com/scuba-tours/#guided

Discover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.Two Tank Dive includes Snacks $140Must bring your own :Full Set of Dive EquipmentTwo TanksCertification CardGratuityPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757Explore. Learn. Dive deeper.

Discover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.$140 for a two-tank dive includes snacks on board the BeachhopperWhat to bring on board:Two tanksFull set of Diving EquipmentGratuityCertification CardsPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757Explore. Learn. Dive deeper.