Open Water Diver Course

This certification is recognized worldwide and is the best way for a trained diver to embark on an adventure that will stay with you for a lifetime. The combination of personalized instruction and hands-on training ensures that you acquire the skills and experience of a confident, safe diver. Upon completion, you will receive the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

Divers love coral reefs and with good reason. There is something magical about gliding over a healthy reef where life is happening underwater. These precious ecosystems are fascinating and the SSI Coral Identification Specialty course is the best way to learn more about coral reefs and get the most out of your reef dives. In this specialty course you will learn skills and methods to identify the most important coral species and receive your SSI Coral Identification Specialty certification at the end.

In the SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty course, you’ll learn how to dive with rays and how to distinguish between different species of rays. You’ll learn a lot about the important role mantas and rays play in the marine ecosystem and why these magnificent animals need our protection. Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive your SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty certification.

Sea turtles are some of the most amazing animals you'll ever dive with. And you'll want to spend even more time with them once you've completed the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty course. This specialty course will teach you how to distinguish and identify the different species. It will teach you about their long and fascinating history, their role in the marine ecosystem and the threats to their survival. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification.

This is a VIP course, which means we’ll tailor the schedule entirely to your preferences. Please contact us so we can arrange a date that works perfectly for you :) Take an Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty course if you want to shorten your surface intervals and extend your dive time. This way, you’ll spend more time exploring your favorite dive sites instead of waiting! This course will expand your diving knowledge so you can plan safe dives using enriched air mixtures with up to 40% oxygen. Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox certification for 32% or 40%.

With the SSI Try Scuba course you can experience your first unforgettable breaths underwater. With an instructor at your side, you can dive in confined water without any worries and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba certification card and can hardly wait for your next dive. Because there are countless diving adventures waiting for you and this course is just the beginning. Start today!

Divers love coral reefs, and for good reason. After all, gliding over a healthy reef teeming with underwater life is magical. These precious ecosystems are fascinating, and the SSI Coral Identification Specialty course is the best way to learn more about coral reefs and get the most out of your reef dives. In this specialty course, you’ll learn the skills and methods to identify the most important coral species, and upon completion, you’ll receive your SSI Coral Identification Specialty certification.

The world's oceans are home to countless species of fish and you will encounter many fascinating marine creatures on your dives! In this course you will learn all the skills and procedures to identify the most well-known reef fish families of the Caribbean, Indo-Pacific and Red Sea. At the end of the course you will receive your SSI Fish Identification Specialty certification.

In the SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty course you will learn how to dive with rays and distinguish between different rays. You will learn about the important role of rays in the marine ecosystem and why these noble animals need our protection. After completing the course, you will receive your SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty certification.

Take the SSI Marine Ecology Specialty course and find out how marine organisms interact with each other and their environment and how different marine ecosystems influence each other. With this newly acquired knowledge, you will probably appreciate marine life in the sea even more. Upon completion of the course, you will receive your SSI Marine Ecology Specialty certification.

Dive into the wonders of marine invertebrates with our new SSI Ecology Specialty - Marine Invertebrates. This program covers topics such as the evolution of marine invertebrates and the lives of simple and complex invertebrates such as worms, sponges, jellyfish, starfish, nudibranchs and squid. You will explore the links between humans and marine invertebrates and their impact on coral reefs. This program will increase your environmental awareness and help you to better understand the underwater world in which you dive! Start online today and get your SSI Marine Invertebrates Specialty certification.

Are you passionate about saving the ocean and the marine life that call it home? Are you fascinated by the thought of diving with whales? Would you like to learn more about the ecology, biology and conservation of marine mammals? The SSI Marine Mammal Ecology program introduces you to the wonders of these amazing creatures. Immerse yourself in the world of whales, dolphins and seals and explore this amazingly diverse group of marine animals. In this program you will learn what makes marine mammals different from land mammals, discover where they live, explore their physiology and learn how to identify different species. You'll also learn about marine mammal conservation - a great way to help save the ocean. What are you waiting for? Start your SSI Marine Mammal Ecology course online today!

Welcome to the Nudibranch Ecology course, where you will explore the world of nudibranchs in seven detailed lessons. Start with their classification and habitats, then learn about their locomotor, sensory and respiratory systems. Discover their complex reproductive strategies, their relationships with other marine organisms, their feeding habits and their important role in ecosystems. Explore their defense mechanisms and interactions with humans and learn more about their importance for research and conservation. This course will deepen your understanding of these extraordinary creatures and is ideal for marine biology fans, students and the curious. Join us and discover the secrets of nudibranchs.

Sea turtles are among the most wonderful animals you’ll ever dive with. And you’ll want to spend even more time with them once you’ve completed the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty course. This specialty course teaches you how to distinguish and identify the different species. It teaches you about their long, fascinating history, describes their role in the marine ecosystem, and explains the threats to their survival. Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification.

In the SSI Shark Ecology program you will learn how to interpret shark behavior, why they are often misunderstood and how to dive with sharks. This is the perfect course for shark fans and for divers who have a fear of sharks and want to overcome it. Upon completion of this program, you will receive your SSI Shark Ecology Specialty certification and undoubtedly become an avid shark diver. Start today!