Deep Diving Course

Course Description:

The SSI specialty in Deep Diving allows the advanced diver to have access to many more exciting dive sites that are located in deeper water.  The Deep Diving SSI Specialty will give you the ability to safely and comfortably plan and conduct dives beyond 18 and 30 meters to a maximum depth of 40 meters, and is a prerequisite for some advanced training.  During the course you will learn how to plan your deep dive safely and recognize any potential risks.  You will also learn about your total Diving System and repetitive diving.  You will earn the SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification after completing this program.

Prerequisites

• At least 15 years of age
• Open Water Diver certification or higher

Equipment Requirements:

All scuba diving equipment is supplied, EXCEPT Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Gloves, Boots SMB and Reel.

You must have a SMB and Reel.

You can purchase equipment online through our EXTRAS tab during the booking process or in store on day 1 of your course..

Purchasing equipment through Scubabo guarantees 2 things:

1. It will be professionally fitted by our experienced Dive Crew
2. You will have a face-to-face store experience for any warranty or return issues 

Dive Medical:

A dive medical is only required if you fall into one or more of the following categories:

Those with an at risk medical condition; or are over 45 years of age; or have a body mass index (BMI) over 30 AND a waist circumference greater than 102cm for males and 88cm for females.

If you fall into one or more of these categories you will need to obtain a diving medical (AS4005.1) The cost is roughly $100AUD and takes about 45 minutes to complete with a registered diving doctor.

If you are unsure please refer to our SSI Medical Waiver prior to booking.

Inclusions:

• Cost includes: BC, Regs, tanks, weights and wetsuit
• SSI training materials and fees
• 3 dives

Course Schedule:

The primary goal of any SSI Specialty course is to teach you important skills in a fun environment.  The SSI Deep Diving Course is taught using home study and in-water training to a maximum of 40m and a total of 3 open water deep dives.

Note: This course needs a minimum of 4 students to commence