Description
The SSI Deep Diving Specialty course
it is a must for divers looking to expand their underwater horizons and explore depths beyond the recreational limit. Conducted by Phuket Dive Master in Patong, Phuket, Thailand, this course is designed to equip divers with the skills and knowledge required to safely dive up to 40 meters.
Phuket is renowned for its diverse marine life and stunning dive sites, making it an ideal location for deep diving training. The course includes three deep dives, each providing hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced instructors. Throughout these dives, you’ll learn how to plan and execute deep dives, manage your gas supply, and handle potential hazards associated with deeper diving.
Course Content:
- Deep Dive Planning: Learn how to plan dives, considering factors like nitrogen narcosis, decompression limits, and gas management.
- Equipment Considerations: Understand the specialized equipment required for deep diving and how to use it effectively.
- Managing Nitrogen Narcosis: Gain techniques to recognize and manage nitrogen narcosis, a key aspect of deep diving.
- Emergency Procedures: Learn emergency protocols and procedures specific to deep diving.
Why Choose Phuket for Deep Diving? Phuket offers a variety of deep dive sites, each with unique attractions. Some of the notable sites include:
- King Cruiser Wreck: A popular wreck dive site sitting at around 30 meters, ideal for deep diving practice.
- Shark Point: Known for its vibrant marine life, including leopard sharks, this site offers depths that challenge and thrill deep divers.
- Koh Dok Mai: A wall dive site that drops to 30 meters, providing a vertical underwater landscape to explore.
Cross-References with Other SSI Specialties:
- SSI Nitrox Diving: Enhance your deep diving experience by learning how to use enriched air nitrox, which can extend your bottom time and reduce nitrogen loading.
- SSI Perfect Buoyancy: Mastering buoyancy is crucial for deep diving. This course helps you refine your buoyancy control, making your deep dives more efficient and enjoyable.
- SSI Navigation: Deep dives often require precise navigation skills. This specialty ensures you can find your way back to your starting point, even at greater depths.
- SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility: Deep dives can sometimes offer limited visibility similar to night diving conditions. This course prepares you to handle such environments effectively.
Course Prerequisites:
- Open Water Diver certification
- Minimum age: 15 years
- Completion of the SSI Deep Diving Specialty online learning prior to in-water training
