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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Discover why diving in Key Largo tops every diver’s list — from vibrant coral reefs to historic wrecks, it is an underwater paradise for all skill levels.
Chumbe Island is Tanzania’s top marine conservation success story. Discover why this protected area is a must-visit for divers and nature enthusiasts.
Discover unique diving jobs beyond instructing—marine conservation, media, aquariums, and more. Explore career paths with SSI and start your next adventure!
Is Great Barrier Reef scuba diving still worth it? Discover its current state, top dive sites, and why this world-famous reef remains a must-visit for divers.
Manta ray conservation is crucial for protecting these ocean giants. Discover how scuba divers can help safeguard mantas and their habitats in this ultimate guide.
Discover the best of Vanuatu diving with this essential guide. Explore the top dive sites, marine life, incredible wrecks, and the best time to dive in Vanuatu.
Make an impact this June with SSI’s Ocean Month Cleanup Challenge 2025. Host a cleanup, log your results, and win prizes while protecting our waters.
Discover the wild beauty of diving Christmas Island—remote reefs, rare hybrid fish, pristine marine parks, and a dive experience like nowhere else on Earth.
Join SSI x Edges of Earth for an unforgettable dive into the remote Cocos (Keeling) Islands, a rarely explored paradise teeming with marine life and adventure.
Explore diving in Miami with this essential guide. Discover Miami’s top dive sites, marine life, dive conditions, and tips for planning your perfect trip here.
Discover the must-do freediver training courses and top destinations for advanced divers. Enhance your skills and explore the best freediving locations!
Keeping a dive log book is essential for divers. Discover 8 benefits, from improving skills and safety to ocean conservation and connecting with fellow divers.
The Edges of Earth team set out for diving the Azores, but wild Atlantic conditions had other plans. A firsthand look at the challenges of this remote frontier.
Discover Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea, a hidden diving frontier with pristine reefs and rich marine life. Join Edges of Earth as they explore its remarkable waters.
Belize takes a stand against SCTLD with innovative coral reef conservation efforts. Learn how this Caribbean nation is protecting its reefs and marine life.
Discover SSI’s new partnership with everwave. For every new SSI Professional certified, 3kg of trash is removed from rivers worldwide. Join the movement!
Start the year with hope! Discover 15 good environmental news stories, including record sea turtle nests, new shark protections, and ocean conservation wins.
Discover 11 impactful ways scuba divers can protect the ocean, from reducing plastic pollution to supporting ocean health through small, meaningful actions.
A new study shows corals bred for reef restoration are more resistant to bleaching under extreme levels of heat stress than the prevailing corals on the reef.
The Maldives scraps plans to reopen longline tuna fishing after protests, protecting its marine ecosystem and diving tourism. Learn more here.
The role of divers in marine conservation is more important than ever. Become a powerful advocate for ocean health. Discover the top 10 ways to get involved.
Unlock a new dimension to your dives, try cold-water freediving. Discover the benefits and challenges, top safety tips, and mind-blowing dive spots to explore.
Choosing reef-safe sunscreen can be confusing, with so many ingredients to avoid and a dizzying array of options. Get armed with the essential facts here.
In a world crippled by the climate crisis, are there any thriving dive spots left? Join the Edges of Earth team as they find out when diving Cabo Pulmo, Mexico.
Underwater videography is a creative and rewarding hobby, but it can be challenging. Get ten essential tips to help you create stunning underwater videos here.