Start Your Training Techniques Specialty Now The SSI Training Techniques program will help you discover your strengths and weaknesses and create a personalized freediving training plan. In this course, you will learn valuable freediving training techniques to help you improve your relaxation and increase your dive time. You will progress faster in your freediving by becoming more efficient and learning tips and tricks the pros use. SSI’s Training Techniques freediving program will help you discover the next level in breath-hold training. Earn your Training Techniques specialty certification today. Discover Local Course Dates Whether you’re on the move or planning ahead, we’ve got you covered. Never miss out on exciting training opportunities and register with ease. Facts and Training Standards Minimum Age 12Amount of Academic Sessions 4Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions 2Maximum Training Depth 0 m / 0 ftSuggested duration (h) 6-8Certification Prerequisites Pool Freediver (or equivalent)SSI Standards Languages English Deutsch 日本語 Русский Take breath holding to the next level Here are the benefits you can expect from attending this training program: Make faster progress in your freediving Master the most popular training concepts in freediving Discover your strengths and weaknesses, and create a personalized training plan Continue your Training and Earn Free Recognition Upgrade your freediving training experience by taking more Specialty Programs. These are a perfect match to your current training! When you complete a certain number of Specialty Programs and Logged Dives, you will automatically earn these SSI Recognition Ratings: SSI Specialty Freediver, SSI Progressive Freediver, and SSI Master Freediver. Continue your SSI specialty training right away and earn recognition as you become a safer, more comfortable diver! Performance FreediverLearn the techniques used in competitive freediving with the SSI Performance Freediver course. The apex of the SSI freediver series, this freediving course will provide all you need to dive up to 40 meters deep and reach your ultimate freediving goals.32-40Suggested duration (h)5Open Water SessionsFree ImmersionExpand your freediving training to be calmer and more confident while diving deeper. Free Immersion freediving teaches you to achieve extended dive times with increased relaxation. Discover this new, exciting aspect of freediving training today!12Minimum Age6-8Suggested duration (h)2Open Water SessionsMonofinDiscover your inner dolphin. Enjoy the increased speed, power, and confidence that comes with monofin swimming. The SSI Monofin freediving specialty will teach you how to maximize your underwater efficiency and enjoy better freediving performance. Get started online today!12Minimum Age8-12Suggested duration (h)2Open Water Sessions More Information Training Prerequisites SSI Entry-Level Programs – Open Water Diver, Freediver, or Mermaid require students to complete a water fitness evaluation prior to open water training. The goal of this evaluation is to determine a comfort level baseline consisting of: Swim Assessment Survival Float Technical Requirements To start training, students must create a MySSI profile. This can either be done via the SSI website at www.divessi.com/register or by installing the MySSI App. Simply download the app for either iOS or Android, set up the user profile, and access the world of diving in minutes! The MySSI App safely stores everything in one place, online or offline – training materials, logbook, and certification cards. This includes Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving and Mermaid. Training Center Selection & Affiliation Every student must select an SSI Training Center as their “Training Partner” during the course registration process. Affiliation ensures personalized service and a high-quality training experience. Students can also change affiliation or choose to affiliate with multiple Training Centers in their user profile. When affiliating with a Training Center online or via the MySSI App, a Privacy Policy Agreement will be processed to comply with GDPR regulations. Medical & Administrative Requirements Each student or candidate must complete the required SSI Training Record Forms prior to participating in any SSI training program. The forms for minors must be reviewed and signed by a parent or guardian. Responsible Diver Code SSI Responsible Diver Code - Scuba DivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - FreedivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - Extended Range Diving Diver Medical Statement & Questionnaire or Physician’s Approval to Dive (where required) Training Assumption of Risk, Liability Release, & Liability Release, & Hold Harmless Agreement (where required / not applicable within the European Union) Program-specific Completion Record (done by the Instructor prior to certification) Training Course Costs Training consists of various components which are either charged singly or as a package depending on the selected Training Center. The components are: Training Materials / Digital Kit Tuition for Academics and In-Water Training Open Water Training Dives Certification Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. Featured Destinations Ideal for Advanced Freediving Training Become a stronger, more experienced freediver – take an advanced SSI freediving certification. You will improve your freediving skills, try different techniques, discover new freediving disciplines, and progress to deeper levels of this sport! 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