The SSI Drysuit Diving Specialty course is a 3-day course that consists of academic sessions and drysuit fitting, pool work, and open water dives. The academic sessions will cover the theory of drysuit diving, including the physics of Boyle's Law and its implications for diving at altitude. You will also learn about the different types of drysuits and how to choose the right one for you.

The pool work will give you a chance to practice using your drysuit in a controlled environment. You will learn how to don and doff your drysuit, as well as how to perform basic buoyancy control skills. You will also practice emergency procedures, such as how to deal with an air leak.

The open water dives will allow you to put your new skills to the test in a real-world environment. You will conduct two open water dives using your drysuit, under the supervision of a qualified instructor.

Who should take this course?

The SSI Drysuit Diving Specialty course is a great option for any certified diver who wants to learn how to dive in a drysuit. This course is especially beneficial for divers who plan to dive in cold water or at altitude.

What are the prerequisites for this course?

To take the SSI Drysuit Diving Specialty course, you must be a certified Open Water Diver. You must also be at least 10 years old.

What will I learn in this course?

In the SSI Drysuit Diving Specialty course, you will learn:

• The benefits and limitations of drysuits compared to wetsuits
• How a drysuit works
• The physics of drysuit diving
• Buoyancy control and trim in a drysuit
• Emergency procedures specific to drysuit diving
• How to care for your drysuit

What will I earn after completing this course?

After successfully completing the SSI Drysuit Diving Specialty course, you will earn the SSI Drysuit Diving Specialty certification. This certification will allow you to rent or purchase a drysuit and dive in cold water or at altitude.

Rental Drysuit included in course.  *Sizes Limited please contact us for more information