Become an expert at monofin swimming Nature’s best freedivers, like dolphins and whales, have a built-in monofin. Learn to swim just as confidently and powerfully as they do in this unique freediving course. By mastering the monofin swimming technique, you will be able to move effortlessly through the water and enjoy the speed and comfort monofins offer. Discover your inner dolphin and earn your SSI Monofin certification. You can credit your certification toward achieving the coveted Master Freediver rating. Get started today! Discover Local Course Dates Whether you’re on the move or planning ahead, we’ve got you covered. Never miss out on exciting training opportunities and register with ease. Facts and Training Standards Minimum Age 12Amount of Academic Sessions 4Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions 2Amount of Open Water Sessions 2Maximum Training Depth 0 m / 0 ftSuggested duration (h) 8-12Certification Prerequisites Freediver (or equivalent)SSI Standards Languages English Deutsch ελληνικά Italiano 日本語 Русский Discover your inner Dolphin Here are the benefits you can expect from attending this training program: Improve your streamlining and flexibility Enjoy the speed and comfort of a monofin Learn efficient monofin technique for better performance Continue your Training and Earn Free Recognition Upgrade your training experience by taking more Specialty Programs and earning new freediving certifications. These are a perfect match to your current training! When you complete a certain number of Specialty Programs and Logged Dives, you will automatically earn these SSI Recognition Ratings: SSI Specialty Freediver, SSI Progressive Freediver, and SSI Master Freediver. Continue your SSI specialty training right away and earn recognition as you become a safer, more comfortable diver! Variable WeightSetting freediving records has never been this fun and easy. Join the SSI Variable Weight freediving course and learn how to configure a safe and efficient variable weight setup to discover the deep blue, stress-free. Learn a new way to free dive - get started today!15Minimum Age6-8Suggested duration (h)2Open Water SessionsFreediving InstructorBecome an SSI Freediving Instructor and take the first step toward a career in training freedivers. Create lifelong water enthusiasts and introduce them to the world of breath-hold training in a fun, safe environment with the SSI educational system.70Suggested duration (h)4Open Water SessionsPerformance Freediving InstructorHelp your students set freediving records by teaching them the highest level of freediving skills as a Performance Freediving Instructor. Increase your students’ breath-hold time in this challenging yet rewarding freediving course, and enjoy a variety of employment opportunities around the world.24-32Suggested duration (h)2Open Water Sessions More Information Training Prerequisites SSI Entry-Level Programs – Open Water Diver, Freediver, or Mermaid require students to complete a water fitness evaluation prior to open water training. The goal of this evaluation is to determine a comfort level baseline consisting of: Swim Assessment Survival Float Technical Requirements To start training, students must create a MySSI profile. This can either be done via the SSI website at www.divessi.com/register or by installing the MySSI App. Simply download the app for either iOS or Android, set up the user profile, and access the world of diving in minutes! The MySSI App safely stores everything in one place, online or offline – training materials, logbook, and certification cards. This includes Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving and Mermaid. Training Center Selection & Affiliation Every student must select an SSI Training Center as their “Training Partner” during the course registration process. Affiliation ensures personalized service and a high-quality training experience. Students can also change affiliation or choose to affiliate with multiple Training Centers in their user profile. When affiliating with a Training Center online or via the MySSI App, a Privacy Policy Agreement will be processed to comply with GDPR regulations. Medical & Administrative Requirements Each student or candidate must complete the required SSI Training Record Forms prior to participating in any SSI training program. The forms for minors must be reviewed and signed by a parent or guardian. Responsible Diver Code SSI Responsible Diver Code - Scuba DivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - FreedivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - Extended Range Diving Diver Medical Statement & Questionnaire or Physician’s Approval to Dive (where required) Training Assumption of Risk, Liability Release, & Liability Release, & Hold Harmless Agreement (where required / not applicable within the European Union) Program-specific Completion Record (done by the Instructor prior to certification) Training Course Costs Training consists of various components which are either charged singly or as a package depending on the selected Training Center. The components are: Training Materials / Digital Kit Tuition for Academics and In-Water Training Open Water Training Dives Certification Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. Featured Destinations Ideal for Advanced Freediving Training Become a stronger, more experienced freediver – take an advanced SSI freediving certification. You will improve your freediving skills, try different techniques, discover new freediving disciplines, and progress to deeper levels of this sport! 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