SSI Deep Diving Specialty | Dive To 40 Meters

Explore the Depths with Confidence

Are you ready to take your diving skills to the next level with the SSI Deep Diving Specialty? This course is designed for certified divers who want to safely explore coral reefs at deeper depths. Whether you’re interested in wreck diving—which can take place at both shallow and deep sites—or exploring drop-offs and reefs down to 40 metres, this course opens the door to more incredible dive adventures. If you’re fascinated by underwater shipwrecks, vibrant coral formations, or simply want to expand your diving limits, the SSI Deep Diving Specialty prepares you to dive safely and confidently at greater depths. Gain experience in deep dive planning, gas management, and navigation under expert guidance.

Why Choose the SSI Deep Diver Specialty?

The SSI Deep Specialty Diver course offers more than just a certification; it’s a comprehensive training experience that provides you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to dive safely beyond the limits of recreational diving. Here’s why it’s a must-do for any diver:

Extended Depth Limits: This course allows you to dive up to 40 meters (130 feet), expanding your dive opportunities and enabling you to experience the ocean in a whole new way.
Increased Safety Awareness: Diving at depths comes with unique challenges, and this course focuses on important safety considerations and protocols such as proper buoyancy control, managing gas consumption, buddy contact procedures and recognizing the signs of gas narcosis.
Expert Instruction: Learn from highly trained and experienced SSI instructors who provide hands-on guidance through both theory and practical dive training.
Global Recognition: Upon completing the course, you'll receive the SSI Deep Diver Specialty certification, recognized worldwide, opening up access to deep dive sites and liveaboard trips that are exclusive to deeper divers.

What You’ll Learn

This Specialty is designed to teach you essential skills and knowledge that are vital for deeper dives. Topics include:

Deep Dive Planning: Learn how to plan deep dives safely, considering factors such as dive tables, gas management, and decompression requirements.
Deep Diving Equipment: Understand the specialized dive equipment needed for deep diving, including dive computers, specialized buoyancy control devices (BCDs), and dive lights (all equipment rental is included in the course cost)
Breathing and Gas Management: Master techniques for managing your breathing, air consumption, and gas mixes for deeper dives, ensuring safe and efficient dive profiles.
Dealing with Challenges at Depth: Develop the ability to recognize and deal with the physiological effects of deep diving, such as nitrogen narcosis and oxygen toxicity, and know how to respond to emergency situations.
Emergency Procedures: Learn vital emergency procedures for deep diving situations, including how to manage out-of-air emergencies, assist a buddy, and use safety stops effectively.

Course Structure

The SSI Deep Diving Specialty course consists of both theoretical learning and practical dive sessions. The structure of the course includes:

Knowledge Development: Study online or with a manual to learn the theory behind deep diving, including the physical effects of depth, equipment requirements, and dive planning.
Open Water Dives: Complete at least 4 open water dives with your instructor to gain practical experience at depth, practicing all essential deep diving techniques.
Evaluation and Certification: After successfully completing the dives and demonstrating your knowledge, you will receive your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification.
Combine this course with the Nitrox (EAUx Enriched Air) Specialty: Get 2 specialties with the Nitrox & Deep Diver Specialty Combo.

Who Can Take This Course?

To be eligible for the SSI Deep Diving Specialty, you must:

Be a certified Open Water Diver or equivalent from a recognized agency.

Be at least 15 years old.

Be in good physical health and have a standard level of fitness suitable for diving.

Deep Diving Safety

Safety is paramount in deep diving, and the SSI Deep Diving Specialty course emphasizes key safety concepts to ensure your well-being. By focusing on both preventive measures and emergency response, you’ll dive with peace of mind knowing that you’re prepared for any situation.

Key Safety Practices Include:

Always diving within your limits and respecting the 40-meter (130-foot) depth limit.

Monitoring air supply and ensuring a gas reserve for emergency ascent.

Performing controlled ascents and safety stops to minimize the risk of decompression sickness.

Constantly staying within the buddy system to ensure mutual safety during every dive.

Enroll Today and Begin Your Adventure

Are you ready to dive deeper? The SSI Deep Specialty is your gateway to exploring the ocean’s most captivating depths. Whether you’re seeking new challenges, planning exciting dive trips, or simply want to enhance your diving skills, this course is the perfect next step in your diving journey allowing you to increase the maximum depths you can safely dive to.

Contact Us Now to schedule your SSI Deep Diving Specialty course. Dive into a world of adventure, beauty, and endless discovery!