Open Water Diver

Diving offers a lifetime of exciting adventures. Experience the thrilling sensation of flying underwater, and the wonder and magnificance of inner space. Explore exotic islands, colorful coral reefs, and the waters near your home.  Excel at scuba and you’ll discover new friends, new worlds, and a new passion for life.

The ideal way to begin your adventure is with SSI’s Open Water Diver Course. Under the guidance of a professional SSI Instructor, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to enjoy a lifetime of underwater exploration.

Proper Knowledge

SSI’s modular teaching system includes a video, manual, study guide, and dive tables.  Some topics include:

  • Planning enjoyable, exciting dives
  • Appreciating the underwater world
  • Tips on traveling 
  • How to make diving a lifetime of adventure                                       

Proper Skills

In multiple pool and open water sessions you’ll practice scuba skills with SSI’s exclusive Comfort Through Repetition teaching method.   Some of the skills are:

  • The easiest ways to get into and out of the water
  • Breathing normally underwater
  • Moving in the water with ease
  • Controlling buoyancy so you neither descend nor ascend        

Proper Equipment

Since you can’t dive without equipment, there is extensive information on scuba equipment, including:

  • Selecting the best diving equipment for your needs and budget
  • Maintaining and adjusting your equipment to extend its life and improve performance

Course Fee   $149.00

Required Educational Materials

  • Student Kit
  • Dive Log (3 choices)
  • Video or CD

Required Equipment

  • Mask
  • Fins
  • Snorkel
  • Booties
  • Scuba Gear (special rental price available if you do not purchase your own)