SSI Launches Innovative Underwater Model and Dance Course
February 8, 2025The joy of moving underwater has long captivated freedivers, mermaids, and ocean lovers alike. There is a unique ease to floating weightlessly, free from gravity’s pull, where the body can move in ways that simply are not possible on land. Now, SSI is taking this experience to the next level with the launch of its unique Underwater Model and Dance program - a first-of-its-kind training course designed for those who want to refine their skills, build confidence, and create mesmerizing underwater performances.
If you have ever been fascinated by the elegance of underwater performers or dreamed of being part of a breathtaking aquatic shoot, this program is your opportunity to bring that vision to life.
Introducing SSI’s Underwater Model and Dance Program
More Than Just Beautiful Photos
At first glance, it is easy to assume that the Underwater Model and Dance program is all about aesthetics—striking poses, floating effortlessly, and capturing stunning images. But this program is about so much more.
It teaches real skills, from breath control to environmental awareness, helping students master body positioning, choreography, and performance techniques that make underwater movement feel natural and seamless.
It is a discipline, an art form, and a sport all at once
Whether you are a mermaid, freediver, dancer, or simply someone who loves the water, this course helps you unlock new ways to move and express yourself underwater.
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What Makes This Program Unique?
SSI’s Underwater Model and Dance program is designed to be flexible and accessible. You can choose to complete the entire course in one go or progress in stages, starting with the Underwater Model certification and later advancing to Underwater Dance.
Each step builds on foundational skills, allowing students to grow in confidence and ability.
The two key elements of the program:
- Underwater Model – Learn to pose naturally, interact with props, and work with photographers to create captivating underwater imagery. Gain insights into choosing the right environments, styling outfits for underwater movement, and managing breath control for longer, more comfortable sessions.
- Underwater Dance – Go beyond static poses and explore fluid choreography in a weightless environment. This component focuses on graceful transitions, breath control, and expressive movement, transforming underwater performance into a true art form.
Who Is This Course For?
You do not need to be an experienced performer to join—this program is open to anyone with an SSI Mermaid or Basic Freediver certification who wants to explore new ways of moving underwater. It is particularly appealing to:
- Scuba divers and freedivers looking to improve their buoyancy control and breath-hold.
- Mermaids who want to refine their techniques for performances or content creation.
- Models seeking to expand their skills and diversify their portfolios with unique underwater shoots.
- Dancers who want to experience the creative possibilities of movement in a weightless, fluid environment.
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Continuing SSI’s Focus on Safety and Environmental Awareness
SSI places a strong emphasis on responsible diving and environmental awareness in all its training programs, and this one is no different. Participants will learn:
- Personal and team safety during underwater sessions.
- How to minimize environmental impact, ensuring that performances and photo shoots do not disturb delicate marine ecosystems.
- How to work with photographers and videographers safely and efficiently to get the best results while prioritizing well-being.
Opportunities for Instructors
For SSI Mermaid Instructors and Basic Freediving Instructors, this program provides an exciting new way to expand their teaching credentials. The Underwater Model and Dance specialty can be added through co-teaching or participating in a seminar led by an Instructor Trainer (IT) with the specialty rating.
Offering this program can bring in a fresh audience of creatives, performers, and content creators, making it an excellent addition to any dive center lineup.
Why This Program Matters
Moving underwater has captivated people for generations, but structured training programs for underwater modeling and dance have been rare—until now. This program allows you to develop real skills that go beyond aesthetics, opening doors to new opportunities in the water.
More than just a course, this is a gateway to a new way of experiencing the underwater world—one that blends sport, art, and storytelling. Whether you want to express yourself underwater, improve your movement skills, or create something truly magical, this program is your chance to dive into a whole new world.
Are you ready to take the plunge?