SSI Decompression Diving Speciality
Decompression Diving-The SSI Decompression Diving Specialty is the perfect opportunity for recreational divers to get a small taste of what more advanced diving is like without having to commit to going entirely technical right off the bat.
Often, the difference between recreational equipment and a more technical set-up seems intimidating and overwhelming to the standard dive customer. However, the new Decompression Diving Specialty is the perfect way to slowly introduce divers to the excitement and adventure offered by the Extended Range (XR) programs.
The SSI Decompression Diving Specialty provides SSI divers with the training necessary to independently plan and conduct decompression dives using either traditional recreational equipment (single or twinset systems).
This program will take divers to a maximum depth of 40 meters with a maximum accumulated decompression time of 15 minutes. As the program is a recreational speciality it will adhere more closely to recreational training standards and procedures.
- Minimum Age: 16
- Certification Prerequisites: Deep Diving
- Academic Sessions: Online learning
- Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 1
- Open Water Dives: 3
- Suggested Duration: 18 - 20 hours
You will be sent an e-mail allowing access to the SSI online academics you can use a computer or any digital device to login, update your profile and start the learning process. The multimedia academics with videos and multiple-choice questions keep learning fun and ensure you are perfectly prepared for your water sessions.
We will teach you everything there is to know to dive safely and comfortably in your chosen subject area.
All sessions are followed by thorough debriefing and discussion about your performance helping you learn. On successful completion, you will be issued with a certificate of completion and a digital recognition rating (via MySSI App).
Included:
- Certification lasts for life
- All Pool fees are included (if required) but entry to open water sites is not included
- Instructor time is included
- We are committed to your success, if you require more help we are there for you.
This course teaches you to complete Decompression Dives using your computer functions, it is important to know you have the right computer.
Pool Sessions are generally completed on Saturday evenings at Oakham School and Open Water is conducted in Stoney Cove.
You can read more about dive computers one our How to Choose a Computer blog or our Dive Computer Algorithms blog.
Prior to any Diver training course students need to complete a Mandatory Medical Questionaire.
Please ensure that you have read the Medical Statement and are sure that you will be able to commence any diver training PRIOR to paying as our Training Terms Conditions apply after payment has been made.
A doctor's confirmation of fitness to dive is required if you answer YES to any medical condition on the Medical Statement.
Please note that if you need a Physician signoff most of our local surgeries WILL NOT sign this form, we suggest you contact Midlands Dive Chamber 01788 579 555 in this instance.
You can check out the Medical Statement here:
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Oakham Swimming Pool
The 25m heated swimming pool at Oakham School's Leisure Centre is perfect for scuba diver training and kids' diving courses. This state-of-the-art facility provides laned sections for focused training and a comfortable, warm environment, ensuring an ideal learning experience for divers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're refining your technique or introducing children to the wonders of diving, our pool offers the perfect setting.
Our pool session(s) are on Saturday evenings from 18:00 - 20:00, with a meet at the Dive Centre prior (this time will be confirmed when you book). The time at the Dive Centre is spent on various activities depending on which course you are undertaking but for all first session this will involve introducing you to your instructor, the dive equipment you will be using in the pool, a safety briefing and the evenings activities. During non term time then we have a pool session available on a Thursday from 19:00 - 21:00.
