Open Water Diver course
SSI Open Water Diver Course
The SSI (Scuba Schools International) Open Water Diver course is the gateway to the world of scuba diving. This course is ideal for beginners who want to explore the underwater world, offering a combination of theoretical and practical learning to ensure divers acquire the skills necessary to dive safely.
Course Structure
The course is divided into three main components: theory, confined water practice, and open water diving.
Theory
The theoretical part of the course covers a series of fundamental topics about diving, including:
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Physics of Diving: How Pressure Affects the Human Body and Diving Equipment
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Diving Physiology: Respiratory processes and health care during diving.
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Diving Equipment: Familiarization with the different types of equipment and their functions.
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Dive Planning: How to plan safe dives, including air management and the use of dive tables.
Confined Water Practice
At this stage, students learn and practice diving skills in a controlled environment, such as a pool. This includes:
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Diving Equipment Assembly and Use: How to properly adjust and use the equipment.
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Buoyancy Techniques: Buoyancy control for efficient and safe diving.
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Underwater communication: Use of hand signals for communication during diving.
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Emergency Procedures: How to Handle Unexpected Situations Safely
Open Water Diving
Open water dives are the final part of training, where students apply what they’ve learned in a natural environment. During at least four dives, students will:
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Practice basic skills: Reinforce what you have learned in confined waters.
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Explore the underwater environment: Experience the feeling of freedom and discovery underwater.
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They assess their confidence and competence: They demonstrate their skills in real-world scenarios.
Course Benefits
Completing the SSI Open Water Diver course offers several benefits:
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Internationally recognized certification: Allows the diver to dive to a depth of 18 meters anywhere in the world.
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Practical Skill Development: Skills that increase confidence and safety in diving.
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Exploration and leisure opportunities: Access a new world of underwater adventures.
Requirements for Participation
To participate in the course, candidates must meet certain requirements, such as:
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Minimum age: Generally, the minimum age is 10 years, although conditions may vary.
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Physical condition: Adequate physical capacity for underwater activities.
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Health Forms: Completing health questionnaires to identify possible contraindications.
The SSI Open Water Diver course is an excellent way to begin your diving journey, providing a solid foundation of knowledge and skills for future underwater explorations.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Diving equipment considerations
- How to plan and perform real dives
- How to prevent and manage problems with maximum security
- Study of scuba gas laws
- How nitrogen affects your body
- How to control your buoyancy
- How to dive safely
DIVING EQUIPMENT
- Mask / Fins
- Suit
- Buoyancy control device
- Scuba tank
- RegulatoRegulador de buceo para respirar a través de él
- A weigh system
COURSE STRUCTURE AND DURATION
- 3 days (recommended) or 2 days (day 1 longer) required.
- Theoretical classes, videos, and independent online study through Myssi (free SSI app).
- Confined water (shallow water exercises).
- 4 open water dives with a maximum depth of 18 meters.
INCLUDED WITH THE COURSE
- Open Water Diver certification
- Dive insurance
- Student Digital Kit (Open water diver)
- Full Dive Equipment
REQUIREMENTS
- Being at least 10 years old
- Knowing how to swim
Register on the SSI website and create your profile. You can do so through the website or the SSI app.
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