Tank inspection September 2026

The SSI Open Water Diver is the globally recognized certification that allows you to dive independently with a buddy to a depth of 18 meters. The course combines in-depth knowledge with practical experience.The three pillars of training:Theory: Flexible learning via app or web (digital learning) to understand the physical and medical basics of diving.Pool Training (Confined Water): First breaths underwater in a controlled environment to master basic skills and equipment handling.Open water dives: Four dives in the lake or sea where you apply what you have learned and explore the real underwater world.Prerequisites:Minimum age: 10 years (Junior OWD) or 15 years.Health: Good physical condition (medical certificate recommended).Skills: Swimming skills are required.Your certification: Upon successful completion, you will receive your digital SSI certification, which is valid for life and opens doors to dive centers around the world.

The Hunsfels offers impressive depths of up to 54 meters, making it a hotspot for challenging dives. The absolute highlight, however, is the visibility: Thanks to the nutrient-poor water, you can often enjoy perfect visibility of 10 to 20 meters, almost reminiscent of alpine mountain lakes. You glide through crystal-clear blue and have the massive steep walls and the underwater world in razor-sharp focus at all times.

After your introductory diving course at TAUCHCENTER MC-DIVERS, the path to becoming a certified diver is efficient and straightforward.If you decide to take the OWD course within 6 months of the above-mentioned trial diving course, you will benefit from the following advantages:Full credit: The fees for the Try Scuba course are credited 1:1 towards the course price.Recognition of skills: The exercises already completed in the pool are transferred so that you can build directly on your knowledge.Continue your underwater journey and earn your worldwide diving certification.

The most important at a glanceThe Nitrox program is the most important specialty training for recreational and recreational divers. The aim is the safe use of breathing gas mixtures with an oxygen content of up to 40%.The main advantage: less nitrogen in the mix means longer no-decompression times and shorter surface intervals.Safety: A lower risk of decompression accidents with conservative planning.Core contentAnalysis: Independently measure and document the oxygen content of the cylinder.Planning: Calculation of maximum depth(MOD) to avoid oxygen toxicity.Equipment: Special features when handling oxygen-enriched air.RequirementsCertification: (Junior) Open Water Diver.Duration: Usually a one-day theory course (no mandatory dives required).Certification: Globally recognized SSI certification.Conclusion: An efficient course for those who want to spend more time on the reef and less time diving.

The SSI Try Scuba is an uncomplicated introductory course for beginners.Content: Short theory briefing and an accompanied dive in the pool or shallow open water.Goal: Experience your first breaths underwater and test the feeling of weightlessness.Duration: A few hours.Advantage: No previous experience necessary; the experience can often be credited towards the Open Water Diver.Ideal for finding out if you like diving without too much effort.

Every second Sunday of the month, we get together for a group dive day. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, at ESS the focus is on having fun, diving together, and connecting with like-minded people.The dive site will be announced in advance and is subject to weather, visibility, and current on-site conditions. Guests are welcome—advance registration is required.

Have you successfully completed your Open Water Diver course and want to experience more? Then the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver course is exactly the right next step.Dive deeper, improve your buoyancy control, explore the underwater world at night, or learn to navigate safely. In the Advanced Open Water Diver course, you’ll gain valuable experience in various diving disciplines and develop, step by step, into an even safer and more independent diver.The focus isn’t on dry theory, but on what really matters: diving, experiencing, and having fun!Our experienced SSI instructors provide individualized guidance and help you develop your skills in a targeted manner. Training takes place in small groups, ensuring there is plenty of time for personal attention and to answer your questions.We conduct the Adventure Dives at selected dive sites that offer optimal conditions for the respective training content.Flexible rather than rigidWe know that work, family, and leisure time aren’t always predictable. That’s why we try to make your training as flexible as possible and accommodate individual scheduling requests whenever possible.Your next adventure is already waiting beneath the surface. Start your training now and discover new possibilities in diving!

More Safety. More Trust. More Responsibility.For many divers, the SSI Stress & Rescue Diver course is one of the most valuable and educational courses available. You’ll learn to recognize stressful situations early on, prevent accidents, and act calmly, safely, and correctly in an emergency.Through realistic exercises in the pool and open water, you’ll practice handling various emergency situations and develop a new level of confidence—for yourself and your dive buddies.Our training takes place in small groups. This allows us to cater to each participant individually and provide intensive training for specific rescue scenarios.Flexible rather than rigidThe training schedule is clearly laid out, but we understand that work or personal commitments are not always predictable. Therefore, changes to the course schedule are possible at any time. We strive to accommodate individual scheduling requests as best as possible and work together to find a suitable solution.Personalized Service Instead of Mass-Market TreatmentWith us, you’re the focus. With plenty of experience, patience, and hands-on exercises, we’ll prepare you perfectly for challenging situations—so you can act safely and confidently underwater at all times.Take the next step toward becoming a responsible and safe diver—your dive buddy will thank you for it.

Discover the underwater world at new depthsWant to push your limits and dive deeper safely? At the MC-DIVERS DIVE CENTER, you’ll learn how to safely plan and execute deep dives down to 40 meters. Together with experienced SSI instructors, you’ll practice how to properly handle the unique challenges of greater depths.Training takes place in small groups and combines theory with intensive open-water dives. This gives you the confidence and experience to enjoy deep dives responsibly.Our courses are organized flexibly. If you are unable to attend a scheduled session, we will do our best to find a suitable alternative date.Expand your underwater horizons and discover fascinating dive sites at greater depths.

Extend Your Diving SeasonWith a dry suit, you’re not limited by water temperature and can dive comfortably all year round. At the MC-DIVERS DIVE CENTER, you’ll learn how to use a dry suit safely and gain confidence for dives in cold waters.Training begins in the pool and then continues in open water. In small training groups, we take the time to work with each participant and teach you all the essential skills step by step.Embark on a new dimension of diving—warm, comfortable, and safe.

Enjoy a relaxing diving weekend at Boschmolenplas in Panheel (Netherlands) with the MC-Divers dive center. This former quarry lake is one of the most popular freshwater dive sites in the Benelux countries and delights divers with excellent visibility, varied underwater attractions, and an impressive variety of fish.Underwater, you’ll find, among other things, an Apache helicopter, the Santa Maria, steep walls, and numerous other attractions.

It’s time for the tank inspection again in September! ????* Cylinder pickup date: September 18, 2026* Latest return date: September 17, 2026* MC-DIVERS DIVE CENTERPlease call in advance to schedule a brief appointment for the handover.