This program allows children starting at age six to go underwater and sample the different ways they can explore the aquatic world around them.
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The newly updated MySSI App is still making waves within the dive industry, and is now even better! We...
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In 2015, SSI decided to go completely digital and has been changing the way people learn to dive ever since...
Freediving is an activity that can benefit you in many ways, from allowing you to see marine life up close,...
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There are so many amazing things to see underwater, and while a diving experience can be wonderful, memorie...
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Although CGI can be used to create incredible special effects in movies, stunt performers still play an imp...
The new year is approaching and you are probably starting to think about your new year’s resolutions. But i...
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Do you have a beach babe or dive dude in your life that you would like to treat this Christmas? It can be t...
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Marine Protected Areas safeguard a small percentage of the world’s marine areas; they are put in place to e...
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All divers and water-lovers enjoy the thrill of seeing sharks in the water... The increased heartbeat and t...
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