Enroll in SSI Open Water Diver Course in Andaman | Seahawks Scuba

1. Learn SSI Open Water Diver Course in Andaman seahawksscuba.livejournal.com/4731.html Open water certification program The Andaman Islands are the prime location to learn recreational scuba diving courses. The rich marine biodiversity, numerous species of colourful sea dwellers, crystal clear blue water, and beautiful wide-open beaches are perfect for scuba diving enthusiasts. Havelock Island in Andamans has the maximum number of scuba diving sites suitable for scuba diving courses. SSI Open Water Diver course is a globally recognised dive program and the best way to begin your lifelong adventure as a certified diver. Inclusions of the SSI OWD course are 6 open water dives (2 shallow and 4 deep) E-learning material SSI OWD certification Equipment rentals Scuba instructor fees Complimentary pickup and drop (within our pick up range) Exclusions Food and stay Inter-Island transfers Other miscellaneous expenses The SSI open water diver course is divided into 3 parts to begin your journey to be a certified diver. It includes digital learning & academics, in-water training, and certification. Digital Learning & Academics 1/3

2. The first step to begin your scuba dive certification is digital learning you can start anytime at your home or anywhere at your convenience before visiting the Andaman Islands for in-water training. You will have to register yourself with the SSI app and pay INR 2500 per person to unlock your digital learning material to begin your learning. The following 6 sections have the e-learning material 1. Your body and the aquatic environment 2. Using your life support equipment underwater 1. Breathing gas and its effects on your body 2. The value of a dive buddy and executing your dives 3. The ocean and your diving opportunities 4. Your scuba diving experiences and beyond In-water training It is a crucial part of completing your scuba diving certification. You will be briefed about the course structure, equipment briefing, and probable dive sites. It includes confined water training sessions and actual dives along with scuba dive 20 skills. Your scuba dive instructor teaches and lets you practice each and every skill to make you confident and comfortable for a scuba dive adventure. The SSI open water diver course includes 6 open water dives and certifies up to a maximum dive depth of 18 meters. You will need at least 5 days considering one day as a buffer on the Island to complete the open water diver program. Day 1 and Day 2 2 shallow dives at the Nemo Reef dive site Day 3 2 deep dives at Tribe Gate and red pillar Day 4 2 deep dives at the wall and slope Note: The dive sites may be subject to change depending on boat availability and dive or weather conditions. Certification You will be issued an open water certification upon completing all 6 dives. You will have to pass a theoretical examination to complete and issue your online certification. With the OWD certification, you can dive worldwide within your limits and experience. Eligibility for open water diver program 2/3

3. A person must be at least 12 years of age and should be physically and mentally sound enough to enrol for the program. Basic swimming is a prerequisite for the open water diver course. A person looking for an OWD course must pass 200 meters of swimming and 300 meters of snorkel and float test. How much does open water SSI cost? The SSI open water diver course costs INR 29000 per person excluding 18% GST in Andaman. There are no additional or hidden costs over and above this price. 3/3