Become a certified diver Start scuba diving and you will forever change the way you view the world. You will get to explore a peaceful underwater world filled with colorful marine life and breathtaking landscapes. It is an incredible lifelong adventure and anyone from age 10 can learn to dive, making this safe fun sport ideal for the whole family. Learning to dive is much easier than you think, and the globally recognized Open Water Diver program is the best way to learn. Get certified as a scuba diver As an Open Diver Water, you will be able to dive anywhere you want, with anyone you want and become part of a community of underwater explorers that others dream of joining. If you are short on time or not ready to become an Open Water Diver, our Basic Diver, Scuba Diver, Indoor Diver and Referral Diver programs are also great choices to learn how to dive. You can upgrade your certification easily and at any time to become an Open Water Diver, simply by completing some additional training. Learn how to scuba dive with SSI and begin your adventure today! Try ScubaDiscover the underwater world, go scuba diving in confined water and earn the SSI Try Scuba recognition card. Conducted in shallow water, the SSI Try Scuba program is a diving adventure the whole family can enjoy!Learn more Basic DiverThe SSI Basic Diver program is the best way to discover what scuba diving is like, try open and confined water diving and learn basic dive skills. All in one short, fun course. Start today!Learn more Scuba DiverThe SSI Scuba Diver program provides all you need to go open water diving up to 12 meters deep with an SSI Professional. It is your first exciting step towards being a fully certified Open Water Diver.Learn more Open Water DiverBegin your lifelong adventure as a certified diver with the globally recognized SSI Open Water Diver certification.Learn more Scuba Skills UpdateBoost your dive confidence and practice your scuba skills with an SSI Scuba Skills Update. It is a safe and fun way to get you back in the water and start diving with ease again today.Learn more Upgrade your training Upgrade your training experience with a perfect match, the following programs can be combined with your Open Water Diver training. Skills and experience are your ticket to dive the world’s best dive sites. When you complete a certain number Specialty Programs paired with Logged Dives, you’ll also automatically earn the SSI Recognition Ratings - Specialty Diver, Advanced Specialty Diver and Master Diver. Start your SSI Specialty training right away and earn recognition on your way to become a safe and comfortable diver! Dry Suit DivingBecome a dry suit diver and dive all year, anywhere in the world. Join the Dry Suit Diving specialty today and learn all the knowledge and skills you need to safely and comfortably dive in a dry suit.12Minimum Age10-15Suggested duration (h)2Open Water SessionsEnriched Air NitroxExtend your dive time, shorten your surface intervals and spend more time exploring the dive sites you love, with the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty certification program.10Minimum Age3-6Suggested duration (h)Perfect BuoyancyThe SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty is the best way to improve your body position for relaxed dives, lower your air consumption and increase your bottom times. Take control of your enjoyment. Start online now!10Minimum Age5-10Suggested duration (h) Featured destinations that are ideal for beginner scuba diving Scubago is an online platform connecting divers with dive centers and resorts worldwide, offering easy booking for courses, dive experiences, and accommodation — powered by the world’s largest dive site database. With 10,000+ dive sites and detailed wildlife information, divers can find and book experiences at locations that match their dream encounters. The database is built on 20+ million logged dives and grows daily through the Digital DiveLog integrated in the SSI, MARES, AQUA LUNG and APEKS apps. Using QR code technology, the Digital DiveLog connects dive sites, buddies, instructors, centers, and resorts, and supports multiple dive computer brands for seamless dive downloads. Get inspired by our featured destinations, combine learning how to scuba dive with a vacation the whole family can enjoy! © iStock/simonbradfieldAustraliaAustralia offers a great diversity of diving adventures, from tropical diving in the north, to cold water diving, shipwreck explorations, and coral reefs.Learn more © iStock/ferrantraiteMexicoDiving in Mexico is a breathtaking, world-class experience. This country offers many adventures and a landscape full of natural wonders.Learn more © iStock-LunamarinaFloridaThe Sunshine State Florida offers many great and divers dive sites from the tropical Florida Keys to deep shipwrecks and crystal clear freshwater springs.Learn more © iStock/tawatchaiprakobkitIndonesiaIndonesia is considered one of the best diving destinations in the world with more than 17,500 islands distributed over 5,000 kilometers.Learn more © iStock/narvikkEgyptThe Arab Republic of Egypt is a country that sits in the Northeast corner of Africa on the Mediterranean Sea to its north and the Red Sea to its east.Learn more © iStock/saiko3ThailandThailand, The Land of Smiles, is a joy to explore, from the friendly locals to the dazzling scenery and offers some of the best diving in the world.Learn more 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. 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