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Entry level scuba diving courses
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Course · Certification
Scuba Diver
12 m
Valid forever and recognized worldwide according to ISO 24801-1
Always accompanied by a guide or instructor
JUST 1 DAY ON-SITE
Details about the scuba diving course SSI Scuba Diver certification
Duration of the SSI Scuba Diver
Homestudy: approx. 3 hours To study the digital materials and complete the review questions.
Online Class: 2 hours (optional) - Additionally you can join our online classes for free.
On-Site Training: 1 Day - You finish your training at our diving center by completing your in-water sessions.
Generla Information
In the SSI Scuba Diver you are going to learn the fundamental knowledge about scuba diving and master the basic skills. The three theory chapters are teaching you about the underwater environment, the concept of buoyancy, the pressure under water and how your body is affected as well as the different parts of your scuba equipment.
After 3 sessions (one morning or afternoon) of confined water or pool training, you are going to master the basic safety skills and will be able to move comfortably through the water.
While finishing your course, you are finally going to gain some experience during two open water dives.
Characteristics of the certification
- Up to 12m deep
- Diving with a Guide (Divemaster) or Instructor
- Dives planned by a dive professional
- Valid worldwide with ISO 24801-1 supervised diver certification
You may upgrade to the SSI Open Water Diver at any time. Contact Us Now!
For whom is the SSI Scuba Diver?
The SSI Scuba Diver is the right course for you, if you have limited time and/or the following characteristics describe the type of diving you are looking for/want to do:
- See the fish
- Shallow dives up to 12m
- Simple dive plans
- Calm dives without currents
- Dive under the supervision of a professional
- Option to upgrade to the “Open Water Diver” level at any time and at any SSI diving center
380 € 80 € Discount for online bookings
Course · Certification
Open Water Diver
18 m
Valid forever and recognized worldwide according to ISO 24801-2
Dive independently with a buddy of the same or higher certification level.
ONLY 3 MORNING OR AFTERNOONS ON-SITE
Details about the scuba diving course SSI Open Water Diver
Duration of the SSI Open Water Diver
Homestudy: approx. 6 hours To study the digital materials and complete the review questions.
Online Class: 4 hours (optional) - Additionally you can join our online classes for free.
On-site training: 3 mornings or afternoons - You finish your training at our diving center by completing your in-water sessions.
Generla Information
In the Open Water Diver you are going to learn the necessary theory and skills to be able to plan and execute dives together with a buddy of the same or higher level in a safe way up to 18m of water depth.
After 6 confined or pool sessions (divided into two mornings or afternoons), you are going to do 4 open water dives to demonstrate the practical skills, and the theory knowledge you've learned.
Characteristics of the certification
- Up to 18m deep
- Dive independently with a buddy of the same or higher certification level.
- Within the no-decompression limit
- Valid worldwide with ISO 24801-2 autonomous diver certification
After the Open Water Diver you are ready to amplify your knowledge and skills by participating in our wide range of specialty courses like deep diving, night diving, perfect buoyancy and many more.
For whom is the SSI Open Water Diver?
The Open Water Diver certification is the right diving course for you if the following characteristics describe the type of diving you are looking for or want to do:
- See the fish
- Dive to depths of up to 18m
- Planning your own dives
- Specialize in deeper dives, different environments, specialiesed equipment, or current diving in the future
- Dive independently with a buddy of the same or higher certification level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements to join the entry-level diving courses?
You must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 12 years old.
- We recommend to have had a try dive experience like a Try Scuba, Basic Diver, or similar Try Dive experience beforr.
- Be physically fit to practice diving. This must be accredited through the RSTC form or with a valid medical certificate (valid for two years up to 45 years of age, then one year)
- Create/Have a mySSI account.
What do I have to study?
At the start of the course, we will send you the digital teaching material from SSI, our certifying agency. You will have to study the material at home. You have the option to join our online theory sessions free of charge. Integrated in our on site training we are going to review some theory materials to resolve questions and deepen your knowledge.
How many students are there per instructor? Can a private course be done?
On average, our beginner level courses have 2 participants per instructor. We accept a maximum of 4 students per instructor.
If you are a closed group, or prefer to learn on your own with an instructor, you can book a private or VIP course with us.
Is my certification valid world-wide?
SSI (Scuba Schools International) entry-level diving qualifications are recognised worldwide. They are also certified according to ISO 24801.
Where do we meet for the dives, how do I get to the diving center?
For all our activities we meet at the diving center at the time indicated in your booking confirmation. We recommend that you arrive 5 to 10 minutes early. Customers arriving late 10 minutes or more, may be denied boarding.
The diving center is located in Av. Mal Pas 1, 07400 Alcudia, Mallorca (link to Google Maps). Parking is possible on the streets near the diving centre where there is no yellow line. There is also a free car park a 3 minutes walk away from the diving center.
The customers without car, can come using the public transport (bus) arriving at the stop «Es Mal Pas» which is just a few meters away from the diving center. Taxis from Alcúdia and Port d'Alcúdia usually cost around 10 €, Playa de Muro around 15 € and Port de Pollença and Can Picafort / Son Baulo 20 €.
To order a Taxi we recommend the official «mallorcab» app.
Can I bring a passenger on the boat?
During the courses we do not recommend taking passengers as a family member or friend can mean additional stress for the student. Regardless of that, it is possible that they get on the boat to do another activity such as snorkel excursion.
Can I join the diving course without previous experience?
We do not recommend that you join the diving course without previous experience. We have designed our activities so that you can try diving with a Diving experience without a certificate and continue with the course afterwards.
What happens if I don't pass the practicals or final exam?
The courses are planned as intensive courses. If you are unable to overcome the skills in the scheduled time, we can add an additional dive for practice as a courtesy.
If you fail the final exam you have a second attempt to make up for it.
If after taking the above steps you are unable to meet the completion requirements, you have the option of booking additional classes in another beginner level course or with a private instructor.
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Do you want to go a little further?
Once you completed Open Water Diver, you open the doors to the world of specialty courses. We have a wide variety of specialty courses which you can sign up for, improve your diving skills, or teach you something completely new.
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