Deep Diving

Choosing and buying your dive equipment is one of the biggest and most important investments you will make as a diver, but it is easy to get it a bit wrong. We want you to choose the right dive kit for your needs and know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most from your investment and enjoy safe and comfortable dives for years to come. The SSI Equipment Techniques specialty is the best way to learn how to choose and store your dive kit. Working with an experienced and trained SSI Professional, you will learn in-depth information about the components of your Total Diving System and develop a thorough understanding of your diving equipment. This class can be in person or online! Ask for details! You will also practice basic preventative dive equipment maintenance to ensure you get maximum performance and longevity from your Total Diving System. Start this dive equipment specialty today!

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!

Dive into the wonders of marine invertebrates with our new SSI ecology specialty — Marine Invertebrate Ecology. This captivating series covers topics like invertebrate evolution and the ecology of simple and complex invertebrates like nematodes, sponges, jellyfish, sea stars, nudibranchs, and squids. You will explore the connections between humans and marine invertebrates and their impact on coral reefs. This program raises environmental awareness, especially within the underwater world. This program will increase your environmental awareness and help you appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Start online today and earn your SSI Marine Invertebrate Ecology Specialty certification. Anyone Snorkeler or Scuba Diver 10 and over can signup for this e-learning class. Register on our website and once you have paid, we will release e-learning class to you. If you register for more than 1 ecology class at the same time, receive 20% off of each class after the first one.

The world’s oceans are home to thousands of fish species, and you will encounter plenty of these fascinating creatures on your dives! In this course, you will be taught all the skills and concepts you need to identify common families of Caribbean, Indo-Pacific and Red Sea reef fish. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Fish Identification specialty certification. This class is an online class offered monthly to a Snorkel or Scuba Diver age 10 and over. You may sign up anytime by registering on our website. Once you pay we will release e-learning class to you. Once you complete class, we will issue your digital certification. Sign up for 2 or more ecology classes at the same time and Pay $100 for 1st class and $80 for each additional.

In the SSI Shark Ecology program, you will learn how to interpret shark behaviors, why they are often misunderstood and how dive with sharks. This is a perfect course for shark fans and for divers who are nervous about sharks but want to overcome their fear. Upon completion of this program, you will earn your SSI Shark Ecology Specialty certification and no doubt become an avid shark diver. Start today! Any Snorkeler or Scuba Diver 10 years old and up can register for this e-learning class at any time. Register on our website and once paid we will release this e-learning class to you. Register for 2 or more ecology classes at the same time and receive 20%off each class after the 1st one.

Sea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals to dive with. You will want to dive with them even more after completing the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty program! This specialty program provides the skills and concepts you need to recognize and identify common sea turtle species. It teaches you about the fascinating history of sea turtles, their role in marine ecosystems and threats to their survival. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification. This is an e-learning course for ages 10 that are Snorkel or Scuba Divers. Please register for class on our website and once paid we will release class to you to complete. You may register for this class at any time.

Become a certified React Right Specialty diver React Right is SSI’s emergency first response course and provides you with the training and knowledge you need to act as a first responder in a medical emergency. In this flexible dive program, you can choose which subjects you want to learn about, including primary assessment, first aid, CPR and primary stabilization techniques. You can also learn about oxygen administration in diving emergencies and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) basics. Using a combination of academic sessions and practical training scenarios, this program will give you the tools and confidence you need for emergency response. By the time you are certified, you will be able to act as an emergency first responder, provide first aid and CPR, administer oxygen and provide AED support in a medical emergency. Earn your SSI React Right specialty certification. Get started today! This class is needed prior to SSI Stress & Rescue certification. In the warmer months this class is scheduled on a Friday prior to the 2 day SSI Stress & Rescue Class. Equipment needed for class:  CPR Rescue Mask with O2 inlet, which can be purchased at our shop. We suggest you purchase the Rescue First Aid Kit that we have at the shop for during and after class, so that you have a kit to use when the need arises. Important Registration Information: If you are not already registered with SSI please go to https://my.divessi.com/register and create a FREE mySSI account.  Once registered, we will be able to assign the online training course to your account. Students have one year from the date of registration to complete their course. In-water training for all programs must be completed within six (6) months of the last academic or in-water training session. Students enrolled in classes involving in-water training are required to complete a medical questionnaire and may be required to obtain a physicians authorization prior to any in-water training.  A copy of the form can be found under the Forms & Waivers section of our website or by visiting https://tricityscuba.com/forms-and-waivers Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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. **The link will take you to the deep class** In order to get to depth required for this class, you must travel to Beaufort NC on one of our dive trips or come on one of our trips for depth. Entrance fee and trips fees are at students expense.**

Coral reefs are prized among divers and rightly so; drifting over a healthy reef filled with bustling marine life is magical. These precious ecosystems are fascinating, and the SSI Coral Identification specialty program is the best way to learn more about coral reefs and get the most out of your reef dives. In this coral dive specialty program, you will learn how to identify different corals and earn your SSI Coral Identification specialty certification. Any Snorkeler or Scuba Diver age 10 and up can join this class. This class is an online class offered monthly. You may sign up anytime by registering on our website. Once you pay we will release e-learning class to you. Once you complete class, we will issue your digital certification. If you register for 2 or more ecology classes at the same time, receive 20% off any ecology class after the 1st one.

In the SSI Marine Ecology specialty program, you will learn how ocean organisms interact with each other and their environments. You will be taught how energy flows through communities and the links between different ocean ecosystems. With your newfound knowledge, you will appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Start online today and earn your SSI Marine Ecology Specialty certification. Any 10 year old and up Snorkeler or Scuba Diver can sign up for this class at any time. Register for this e-learning class on our website, once paid, we will release e-learning class to you. If you register for 2 or more ecology classes at the same time, receive a 20% discount on the 2nd and subsequent classes.

SSI Cavern Diver Course The March 2026 dates will take place at the Florida Springs. The Instructor plans on teaching Deep, Cavern, and Decompression Diving. He is willing to teach other specialties if you would like to take them. Learn how to safely explore some of the most unique and enchanting dive site this world has to offer. The SSI Cavern Diver Course will teach to how to safely explore overhead environments within the limits of the cavern zone. You will learn special buoyancy and propulsion techniques as well how to you specialized equipment to safely dive in overhead environments. The course involves one classroom session and four training dives. The training dives are usually done during one of our Florida springs trips. The cost of the trip is NOT included in the cost of this course. Students must provide all necessary equipment including two underwater lights, primary reel, safety reel or spool and line markers. Students must also have at least 24 open water dives prior to training in an overhead environment. Important Registration Information: · If you are not already registered with SSI please go to https://my.divessi.com/register and create a FREE mySSI account. Once registered, we will be able to assign the online training course to your account. · Students have one year from the date of registration to complete their course. In-water training for all programs must be completed within six (6) months of the last academic or in-water training session. · Students enrolled in classes involving in-water training are required to complete a medical questionnaire and may be required to obtain a physician’s authorization prior to any in-water training. A copy of the form can be found under the Forms & Waivers section of our website or by visiting https://tricityscuba.com/forms-and-waivers · Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

The SSI Decompression Diving Specialty will teach you how to dive beyond the no-decompression limits. You will learn to plan and conduct dives to a maximum depth of 40 meters with limited decompression using your recreational total diving system and a single decompression cylinder. You will learn and practice how to effectively use your dive computer features, including switching gases, gas integration, time-to-reserve, and time-to-surface. Using these computer functions will become second nature, enabling you to safely conduct dives with limited decompression without hours of dive planning. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Decompression Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore stunning deep dive sites or larger wrecks without being restricted by the traditional no-decompression limits. The opportunities to expand your diving adventures have just got bigger! Student Prerequisites Minimum age: 16 years old. Have logged at least: 24 total dives Have the following SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency: Deep Diving Enriched Air Nitrox 40 For students using a Sidemount configuration (in addition to the above): Have the following SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency: Recreational Sidemount Diving Required equipment: Basic SCUBA equipment, SMB with spool or reel (Minimum 150’), Slate or Wetnotes, decompression cylinder (40cf recommended). Included: SSI Online Decompression Diver course, classroom and in-water instruction, certification fees & digital certification card. Not included: Rental equipment, transportation, lodging (if required), entrance or charter fees, Nitrox Fills, Tanks SSI Decompression Diving Course will require the following training components: 1 Online course 1 Classroom session 1 Pool session or confined water session 3 Dives (1 less then 60 feet, 1 deeper then 80 feet, 1 deeper then 100 feet. Maximum depth 130fsw. Important Registration Information: · If you are not already registered with SSI please go to https://my.divessi.com/register and create a FREE mySSI account. Once registered, we will be able to assign the online training course to your account. · Students have one year from the date of registration to complete their course. In-water training for all programs must be completed within six (6) months of the last academic or in-water training session. · Students enrolled in classes involving in-water training are required to complete a medical questionnaire and may be required to obtain a physicians authorization prior to any in-water training. A copy of the form can be found under the Forms & Waivers section of our website or by visiting https://tricityscuba.com/forms-and-waivers · Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. **The March 2026 class will be held at the Florida Springs and he is teaching Deep, Cavern, and Decompression Diving. Please register for the class and once registered we can work with you on what days he will be teaching these classes. He will be there starting on 3/5/26.

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. Sessions as follows: 1st day 11:00am-1pm classroom break for lunch 2pm-5pm Confined Water, 2nd day 2pm-5pm Confined water, 3rd day 8am-4pm Open Water Lake Phoenix Scuba Park(unless otherwise noted) 4th day 8am-2pm Open Water Lake Phoenix March 7,8 Referral Open Water Diver includes e-learning and confined water so you can complete your Open water dives when it is warmer or on a trip. You can also take your Nitrox e-learning and classroom portion on 3/8 from 10:30am-1pm and once you have completed your Open Water Certification we can certify your Nitrox Certification. You will need to purchase Fins, Boots, Mask, Snorkel, Antifog, and DSMB(safety Device) for this class. Price for class $995. You can break this up and pay $695 for e-learning, classroom, and confined water and become a referral diver so you can dive in the pool with a certified diver, until it gets warmer and then pay $300 to complete your open water dives and become Open Water certified. Full details on our website. We will be breaking up classroom/confined water so that you we can give you a referral if you would like to do your open water dives at a destination or on a trip.

The SSI Snorkel Diver program is your first step towards discovering a passion for the underwater world. It is the best way to learn how to snorkel and develop your confidence in the water, so you can go snorkeling and explore the mesmerizing landscapes and wildlife of the aquatic world. You do not need to be a proficient swimmer to participate in the Snorkel Diver program, and a minimum age of 8 to join. You just need to be comfortable in the water, able to maintain your buoyancy, and ready to begin the adventure of a lifetime! In this program, you will be introduced to the equipment and skills you need to go snorkeling safely. Begin your snorkeling training and earn your SSI Snorkel Diver recognition card today! You will need to purchase Fins, Mask, and Snorkel. Suggested additional gear mesh bag to carry gear, snorkel vest, whistle, and SMB safety device.

The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and undoubtedly want to go diving again. Endless scuba diving adventures are waiting for you and this course is where it all begins. Start today! Minimum age 10. Price $75.00