Independent Diving

Develop the skills, planning and self-reliance to dive more independently and responsibly.

Course Overview:

The SSI Independent Diving specialty is designed for experienced divers who want to increase their self-sufficiency underwater and dive with a higher level of preparation, awareness and confidence. This is not about casually diving alone. It is about learning how to plan and conduct dives more independently, using the right equipment, procedures and mindset to manage yourself responsibly in the water.

Become a more self-reliant diver

Independent diving teaches you how to think ahead, prepare properly and become less dependent on others during a dive. It is especially valuable for divers who want to improve their personal safety, dive planning and underwater problem-solving skills. This specialty is also highly relevant for divers such as underwater photographers, experienced recreational divers, or anyone who wants to build a stronger sense of self-reliance underwater.

What will you learn?

During the course, you’ll work on key independent diving skills such as:

Advanced dive planning
Gas management and redundancy
Equipment configuration
Self-sufficiency and situational awareness
Risk management and decision-making
Emergency procedures and self-rescue concepts

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for:

Experienced divers looking to become more self-reliant
Underwater photographers and divers who may spend time separated from others
Divers who want stronger planning and backup procedures
Divers interested in improving their safety and confidence

Duration

2 days

Includes

3 training dives
Pony bottle rental
SSI Independent Diving certification

Not Included

Diving insurance
Standard equipment rental

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years
SSI Stress & Rescue certification
Deep Diving certification
Navigation certification
Night & Limited Visibility certification
Or equivalent experience

Price

From 300 €