Vobster Quay

SSI OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE The SSI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular entry-level certification – your ticket to explore the underwater world with a buddy, anywhere in the world, to a depth of 18m. --- YOUR SCHEDULE --- This programme is scheduled across 7 practical dates: Orientation Evening (at our Dive Centre) Pool Sessions (BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre) Open Water Dives (Vobster Quay) ** IMPORTANT: If you cannot make all of the scheduled dates, please get in touch BEFORE booking. We are happy to adjust your schedule free of charge before you book. (Charges may apply for changes made after booking). --- HOW IT WORKS --- ORIENTATION EVENING: Meet your instructor, complete paperwork, and get your equipment ready for the course. POOL SESSIONS: Learn and practice your scuba skills in a safe, supportive environment at BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre. OPEN WATER DIVES: Apply your skills in real-world conditions during 4 dives at Vobster Quay. --- WHAT IS INCLUDED --- SSI Digital eLearning: Study at your own pace via the SSI app. Professional Instruction: Personal support from our SSI Professionals. Pool Training: All facility fees included. 4 Open Water Dives: Putting your skills into action. Scuba Equipment: Rental of BCD, Regulators, Cylinder, and Wetsuit. Digital Certification Card: Internationally recognised qualification. --- WHAT YOU NEED --- Every diver needs their own MASK, SNORKEL, and BOOTS. These are personal items where comfort, fit, and hygiene really matter. Avoid the guesswork of buying online; we have great value kit bundles available. We will professionally fit them for you on your first night to ensure they don't leak or cause discomfort! --- ADDITIONAL COSTS --- Vobster Quay Entry: £24.50 per day (payable directly to the site). Medical Fitness: All divers must be fit to dive. A medical questionnaire is required during booking. --- CONTACT US --- Have questions? Pop into our dive centre in Poole for a coffee and a chat! PHONE: 01202 340728 or 07880 342515 EMAIL: info@dorsetdiving.co.uk WHATSAPP: Message us via our website or mobile

SSI Dry Suit Diving: Dive Warm, Dive Year-Round Don’t let the cold stop your adventures! The SSI Dry Suit Diving course is the best way to extend your diving season and explore cooler waters in complete comfort. By learning to dive in a dry suit, you’ll stay warm even on multi-dive days and gain access to incredible dive sites that are often at their best during the winter months. How it Works eLearning at Home: Complete your interactive SSI digital training before the practical sessions. You’ll learn about different types of dry suits, thermal protection, and the theory of dry suit buoyancy control from the comfort of your own home. Pool Session at BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre: Before heading to open water, you’ll master the basics in the safety of a heated pool. You’ll practice donning and doffing the suit, managing air migration, and perfecting your buoyancy. Open Water Dives at Vobster Quay: Apply your new skills during two open water dives. Under the guidance of an SSI Professional, you’ll practice controlled ascents, descents, and emergency procedures in a real-world environment. Your Experience Timeline The course is designed to ensure you feel fully confident with the new equipment: 1-Hour Briefing: We’ll walk through the specific features of your dry suit, how to care for the seals and zips, and review the essential safety procedures unique to dry suit diving. 60–90 Minutes on Scuba (Pool): A focused session where you’ll learn how to control your trim, practice "inverted" recovery drills, and get comfortable with the added buoyancy of the suit. Open Water Day: A full day at Vobster Quay to complete your two qualifying dives and finalize your certification. What’s Included Access to SSI Dry Suit Diving eLearning materials. All scuba equipment and dry suit hire (you are welcome to use your own suit if you have one). Expert instruction for both pool and open water sessions. SSI Dry Suit Specialty Certification upon successful completion. Key Information Locations: BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre (Pool) and Vobster Quay (Open Water). Prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent). What to Bring: Swimwear, a towel, thermal base layers (to wear under the dry suit), and your diving logbook. Additional Costs: Vobster Quay entry fee (payable directly on the day). Medical & Fitness: All participants must be fit to dive and will need to complete an SSI Medical Questionnaire. Got Questions? We’re here to help you stay warm on your next dive. Phone: 01202 340728 WhatsApp: 07880 342515 Email: info@dorsetdiving.co.uk

SSI Diver Stress & Rescue: Build Confidence & Capability The SSI Diver Stress & Rescue course is widely considered one of the most rewarding and empowering programs you can take. It shifts your focus from yourself to the safety of others, teaching you how to recognize signs of stress, prevent accidents before they happen, and respond effectively to real-life emergencies. Whether you dive for fun or plan to go professional, this course makes you a better buddy and a much more confident diver. How it Works eLearning at Home: Before the practical sessions begin, you’ll complete the interactive SSI digital training. This covers the psychology of stress, how to identify problems in other divers, and the theory behind rescue techniques. Pool Sessions: We start in the controlled environment of the BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre. Here, you’ll master rescue skills—from assisting a panicked diver to performing underwater rescues—until they become second nature. Open Water Scenarios: You’ll put everything into practice during a full day at Vobster Quay. You will manage realistic rescue scenarios, including search patterns and bringing an unresponsive diver to the surface, in a true-to-life setting. Your Experience Timeline The course is delivered over three sessions to ensure you have plenty of time to build and refine your skills: Session 1 & 2: Pool Skills (2 Evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM): Focused on skill development, problem-solving, and equipment management in the pool. Session 3: Open Water Scenarios (1 Full Day, 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM): A comprehensive day at Vobster Quay where you will apply your skills in open water and complete your certification. What’s Included Access to SSI Diver Stress & Rescue eLearning materials. All pool and open water practical training with an SSI Professional. Use of scuba cylinders, air fills, and weights for the duration of the course. SSI Stress & Rescue Digital Certification upon successful completion. Key Information Locations: BCP Dolphin Leisure Centre (Pool) and Vobster Quay (Open Water). Prerequisites: You must be a certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent). A current First Aid & CPR certification (like SSI React Right) is required for the final certification. Book Together: You can complete your React Right course alongside Stress & Rescue. We recommend checking the course schedule to find suitable dates for both and booking them together to streamline your training. What to Bring: Full scuba kit (hire is available if needed), your diving logbook, MySSI login details, and a towel. Additional Costs: Vobster Quay entry fee (payable directly on the day). Medical & Fitness: All participants must complete an SSI Medical Questionnaire. Some conditions may require professional medical clearance before the first session. Got Questions? We’re here to help you take the next step in your diving journey. Phone: 01202 340728 WhatsApp: 07880 342515 Email: info@dorsetdiving.co.uk

If you want to make the most of your bottom time and have more fun on your dives, try underwater scooter or diver propulsion vehicle (DPV) diving. In this underwater scooter and DPV course, you will learn the skills and concepts you need to safely plan and conduct dives using scooters or DPVs. You will learn the special precautions needed for using DPVs, how to maintain buddy contact and how to control your equipment, so you can safely enjoy the new dive experiences DPVs provide. Upon completion of this program, you will earn the SSI DPV Diving specialty certification and be able to dive up to 30 meters deep with a scooter or DPV.