Advanced Wreck Diver

The SSI Advanced Wreck Diving Course is designed for experienced divers who want to take their wreck diving skills to the next level. This course focuses on advanced techniques for exploring the interior of wrecks, including safe penetration dives, line handling, and navigating overhead environments. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to plan and execute advanced wreck dives while minimizing risks and maximizing the thrill of exploring underwater history.

Key Features of the Course:

• Prerequisite:

  • SSI Open Water certification (or equivalent).

  • Minimum Age: 15 years old.

• Course Structure:

  • Knowledge Development: Learn about advanced wreck diving techniques, safety protocols, and equipment requirements for penetration dives. Topics include line laying, navigation in overhead environments, and risk management.

  • Confined Water Training: Practice line-handling techniques, proper finning, buoyancy control, and emergency procedures in a controlled environment.

  • Open Water Dives: Complete multiple open water dives, focusing on wreck penetration, silt management, and emergency drills. You’ll practice entering and exiting wrecks safely while honing your navigation and problem-solving skills.

Course Highlights:

• Develop the skills to safely penetrate wrecks and navigate overhead environments.

• Learn how to use specialized wreck diving equipment, such as lines, reels, and redundant air systems.

• Master advanced techniques for silt management, line laying, and zero-visibility navigation.

• Practice emergency procedures specific to wreck diving, such as lost line recovery and air sharing in confined spaces.

• Explore fascinating underwater wrecks, from sunken ships to airplanes and artificial reefs, under the guidance of an experienced instructor.

Certification Benefits:

Upon successful completion, you will earn the SSI Advanced Wreck Diving certification, which:

• Qualifies you to conduct penetration dives into wrecks within recreational limits.

• Enhances your ability to safely explore and navigate wrecks with proper equipment and techniques.

• Provides the foundation for further technical diving education, such as advanced overhead or technical wreck diving.

• Opens the door to thrilling wreck sites that are inaccessible to non-certified divers.

Why Choose This Course?

The SSI Advanced Wreck Diving Course is perfect for divers who are passionate about exploring the hidden treasures of underwater wrecks. With a strong emphasis on safety and advanced techniques, this course will give you the confidence to navigate and penetrate wrecks while enjoying the unique challenges of overhead environments.

Ready to unlock the mysteries of wrecks? Enroll in the SSI Advanced Wreck Diving Course and experience the ultimate adventure in underwater exploration!