Basic Diver

Unlock the mysteries of the deep! This course equips certified divers to explore depths up to 40 meters safely, revealing new dive sites and unique marine encounters in Koh Tao’s best dive sites like Chumphon and Sail Rock! Perfect for certified divers wanting to enhance their underwater experiences, the SSI Deep Diving Specialty Course offers a comprehensive exploration of deeper diving. This program includes theoretical lessons combined with three supervised deep dives, where you’ll learn critical safety protocols, dive planning, and techniques necessary for deeper exploration. Upon completion, you’ll be certified to dive down to 40 meters, opening the door to exhilarating deep-water sites and encounters with unique marine life rarely seen at shallower depths.

Kickstart your professional scuba diving career in Koh Tao, one of the world's top diving destinations, with the SSI Assistant Instructor and Instructor Training Course (ITC) combination. This training program emphasizes real-world teaching skills and prepares you to excel in the SSI Instructor Evaluation (IE). You'll master advanced diving knowledge, refine your skills, and learn effective coaching techniques to deliver courses like Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue, and Dive Guide. Our renowned Instructor Trainer, Tim Morrish, has trained hundreds of dive professionals at the highest standard to allow them to change their lives and follow their dreams. This program combines expert guidance with digital and practical learning. You’ll also gain insights into the business of diving, including economic, social, cultural, legal, governmental and environmental concerns, along with marketing and customer service. Our team will support you every step of the way, whether you plan to work locally on Koh Tao or pursue job opportunities globally through our extensive professional network. Choose between completing the full two-week course or taking a more flexible approach by progressing through the Assistant Instructor, ITC, and IE programs at your own pace. Whichever path you take, this course will elevate your dive skills, expand your career opportunities, and empower you to share your passion for the underwater world as a certified SSI Open Water Instructor. For those who want to take more time to learn and to gain valuable teaching experience between the training programs the 3 parts can also be taken as single steps - Assistant Instructor, Instructor Training Course (ITC) and Instructor Evaluation (IE) one after the other at own pace and with a flexible schedule.

During this night diving specialty course you’ll go night diving where you learn to use dive lights and explore the behaviors of nocturnal marine life. You’ll gain confidence diving in various conditions during night and limited visibility. You might also be lucky enough to see the amazing bioluminescence in Koh Tao!

Do you dream of a career in an exciting destination? Join the growing ranks of SSI professionals who are spreading the adventurous, exciting freediving lifestyle as an SSI Freediving Instructor. SSI freediving instructors are the industry’s best freediving trainers, utilizing innovative training techniques to introduce underwater enthusiasts to the world of breath-hold diving. As a certified SSI Freediving Instructor, you will introduce new divers to basic breath-hold exercises by teaching all entry-level programs and the SSI Free Immersion and Training Techniques specialties.

Take your scuba diving skills to the next level with the SSI Divemaster Course in Koh Tao, an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the underwater world. This course is perfect for divers wanting to gain confidence in leading and organising dives, to introduce new divers to the beauty of the ocean, and get experience assisting instructors. Whether your goal is to become an SSI Instructor or simply enhance your own diving adventures, this program is tailored to develop your knowledge, skills, and expertise. During your Divemaster training on Koh Tao, you’ll focus on three key areas: theory, water skills development, and practical assessments. Guided by our experienced Instructor Trainer and professional team, you’ll gain hands-on experience assisting with recreational-level courses, participating in instructor-led workshops, and leading dives. Koh Tao’s vibrant dive sites serve as your classroom, allowing you to refine your navigation, buoyancy, and leadership skills while exploring the island’s breathtaking marine biodiversity. We recommend a six-week program to maximize your learning and enjoyment of Koh Tao’s incredible dive sites. As you progress, you’ll gain transferrable skills that prepare you for a future as a dive professional, opening up opportunities to dive and work worldwide. By the end of your SSI Divemaster course in Koh Tao, you’ll have advanced diving skills, a deeper understanding of dive theory, and the confidence to guide others in discovering the underwater world. Ready to take the plunge and elevate your scuba diving experience? Start your Divemaster journey with us today!

Join the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox (EANx) Diving Specialty Course in Koh Tao and unlock the full potential of your scuba diving! This Nitrox diving course is led by expert instructors, teaching you how to safely dive nitrox, giving you the ability to extend your bottom times, reduce nitrogen absorption, and feel more refreshed afterward. With this diving specialty you'll gain the essential skills to dive safer for longer, and with more energy, while safely managing dive profiles. Upon completion, you will earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification.

Experience the transformative power of precise underwater navigation with the SSI Navigation Specialty Course in Koh Tao. Guided by expert SSI instructors, you will practice vital navigation techniques, including compass use and identifying natural references to plan your dives effectively. By the end of the course, you’ll navigate with confidence, enhancing dive safety and elevating the quality of your underwater adventures. This course is a crucial addition to your diving skills, ideal for those eager to gain control and understanding of their dive environment.

Embark on your scuba journey with the Open Water Diver Course in Koh Tao. Over 2.5 days, you’ll combine interactive classroom learning, hands-on shallow water practice, and four incredible open water dives around the island. Guided by experienced SSI instructors, you’ll master essential dive skills, gain confidence underwater, and discover the vibrant coral reefs and marine life that make Koh Tao world-famous. By the end of the course, you’ll earn your SSI Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive anywhere in the world up to 18 meters.