Becoming an SSI Open Water Instructor is a huge accomplishment and a fantastic starting point for an e...

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There is a debate among the water-loving community about which sport is more appealing: freediving or ...

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When you begin your journey as a recreational scuba diver, you are likely to hear some words and phrases yo...

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Does the idea of shivering your way through a dive make you want to stay on dry land? If you want to try co...

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Some people are intrigued by the idea of taking up scuba diving but might have questions or worries that st...

Scuba Diving

Believe it or not there are different ways to move your body while scuba diving. Most beginners start by us...

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The mask is perhaps the most important piece of equipment you will use and own as a diver, because it allow...

Scuba Diving

Are you ready to take your diving to the next level? Extended range diving can be an exciting and rewarding...

Technical Diving

Extended Range diving is a high-risk activity that requires a thorough understanding of the various gases u...

Technical Diving

Diving into the unknown depths of the underwater world is an exhilarating experience that leaves many peopl...

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Do you shiver while diving in certain coldwater spots? …It might be time to invest in a drysuit! Providing ...

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Scuba diving with sharks is an exhilarating and magical experience that you will remember forever. Whether ...

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Every diver learns about decompression sickness (often referred to as DCS or "the bends"). Besides running ...

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The Yucatán Peninsula offers some of the most diverse scuba diving in Mexico. It is home to Cozumel, which ...

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There is something about exploring dark, mysterious caves that is irresistible and attracts divers into the...

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SSI launches a new Decompression Diving Specialty for recreational divers to get a taste of what decompress...

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The MySSI app is the most comprehensive tool for divers in the industry today. It is an innovative one-stop...

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All Recreational Diving and Freediving Specialty as well as Ecology Kits, which SSI provides Student Traini...

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