Join us for our annual Christmas Tree Sinking and Cold Water Dive! We will open from 10am - 2pm on December 1st, 2024 to enjoy some beautiful visibility in the chilly water, enjoy the Paddlefish when they are a bit slower, and sink a Christmas for the fish to enjoy. Some divers even decorate the […]

In the SSI Marine Ecology specialty program, you will learn how ocean organisms interact with each other and their environments. You will be taught how energy flows through communities and the links between different ocean ecosystems. With your newfound knowledge, you will appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Start online today and […]

In the SSI Shark Ecology program, you will learn how to interpret shark behaviours, why they are often misunderstood and how dive with sharks. This is a perfect course for shark fans and for divers who are nervous about sharks but want to overcome their fear. Upon completion of this program, you will earn your […]

Do you want to extend your dive time and explore the dive sites you love for longer? Join the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox specialty program and become a nitrox diver! This is the perfect course to get the most out of your dive time, especially on multi-dive days, and helps minimize diver fatigue. SSI Enriched […]

Sea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals to dive with. You will want to dive with them even more after completing the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty program! This specialty program provides the skills and concepts you need to recognize and identify common sea turtle species. It teaches you about the fascinating history […]

In the SSI Marine Mammal specialty program, you will learn about the ecology of the world’s whales, dolphins, and more! You will learn how to distinguish groups of marine mammals and understand how essential they are to their home ecosystems. Join us and earn your Marine Mammal specialty certification today! Note: This class is taught […]

React Right is SSI’s emergency training program, consisting of the following basic components: Primary Assessment, First Aid & CPR Skills, Primary Stabilization Techniques, and includes two optional components: Oxygen Administration in Diving Emergencies and Automated External Defibrilation Basics. Students who complete this program earn the SSI React Right specialty certification. This class is taught at […]

Diving with mantas, meeting curious stingrays or being surrounded by Mobula rays is an experience divers dream of! It is an opportunity not to be missed. In the SSI Manta & Ray Ecology specialty program, you will learn how to recognize different ray species and interact with them safely. Note: This class is taught virtually. […]

Dive into the wonders of marine invertebrates with our new SSI ecology specialty — Marine Invertebrate Ecology. This captivating series covers topics like invertebrate evolution and the ecology of simple and complex invertebrates like nematodes, sponges, jellyfish, sea stars, nudibranchs, and squids. You will explore the connections between humans and marine invertebrates and their impact […]