SSI Dry Suit Diving Course in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

Dry suit diving is the ideal way to dive in cold-water conditions while staying warm and comfortable. This specialty program allows you to explore colder dive sites, including Arctic regions, or enjoy longer dive days without the hassle of a wetsuit. By becoming a certified dry suit diver, you'll gain the skills and confidence needed to dive in temperatures that would otherwise be challenging. 

Key Details

• Duration: 10-15 hours
• Minimum Age: 10 years
• Maximum Training Depth: 30m / 100ft

Key Skills

• Safe and effective use of a dry suit
• Understanding and using dry suit diving equipment, including BCs
• Techniques for diving in colder water environments
• Responding to dry suit-specific emergencies

Course Breakdown

The SSI Dry Suit Diving specialty course includes both academic sessions and practical dives, designed to ensure you have all the knowledge and experience necessary for cold-water diving. The academic component consists of six lessons where you'll learn about the unique characteristics of dry suits, how they keep you warm, and the equipment needed to dive with them. You’ll also cover how to troubleshoot and handle emergencies specific to dry suit diving.

After the classroom portion, you’ll move to the pool or confined water for a session that focuses on getting comfortable with dry suit diving in a controlled environment. This will allow you to practice using the equipment and refine your buoyancy skills. Finally, you’ll complete two open-water dives, where you'll put everything you've learned into practice in real-world conditions. These dives will be conducted under the supervision of your instructor, giving you the chance to dive safely in colder waters, gaining confidence and skills with each dive.

Location

Our centre is conveniently located in Borehamwood, easily accessible from Hertfordshire, London, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. The surrounding area offers ideal conditions for dry suit training, providing access to both pool sessions and open-water dive locations.

Whether you're a local resident or visiting from further afield, you’ll find our location comfortable, professional, and well-equipped for all aspects of your training.

Prerequisites

To take part in this course, you must hold an Open Water Diver certification or equivalent. This ensures you have a solid foundation in the basics of scuba diving, allowing you to progress into more advanced techniques and equipment use.

Dry suit diving is ideal for those who want to expand their skills in cold-water diving environments.

Why Choose Us

Our team of experienced PADI and SSI instructors is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for every diver. We pride ourselves on offering personalised, hands-on training that is tailored to your individual needs. With a focus on both safety and fun, we aim to make every dive an unforgettable experience.

Our centre is fully equipped with the latest diving gear, and our instructors ensure that all courses are taught with the utmost professionalism. Whether you are just starting out or expanding your skills, we are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring you feel confident in your abilities and enjoy the diving experience to the fullest.