Become a certified diver in just 4 days with our exclusive Gold SSI Open Water Diver course, the most globally recognized certification.
At Xaloc Diving Center, we offer you a complete and unique experience in L’Estartit: theory, practice, and international Nitrox certification at no extra cost. We’re the only ones on the Costa Brava to include it all, so you can make the most of your training.
With personalized sessions in the pool and the sea, an interactive approach, and the use of Nitrox, you’ll learn to dive safely, confidently, and with plenty of fun.
Join us and start your underwater adventure with the best!
Discover the Underwater World with the Gold SSI Open Water Diver Course
This course is divided into three stages to ensure you become a confident and safe diver while earning two international certifications: SSI Open Water Diver and Nitrox.
A) Theory: Learn at your own pace
You’ll get online access to the Open Water Diver manual and interactive materials covering the basics of diving and using Nitrox. You can complete the knowledge reviews and final exam from the comfort of your home, setting your own pace.
B) Pool practice: Master the essentials
Through 3 pool sessions, you’ll learn basic skills both on the surface and underwater, including how to assemble and disassemble your equipment. Our certified instructors will guide you every step of the way, helping you build confidence and feel secure.
C) Open water dives: The big adventure
You’ll complete 5 practical dives:
* 4 dives along the coast of the Montgrí Natural Park, where you’ll apply everything you’ve learned in a real-world environment.
* 1 final dive in the Medes Islands Marine Reserve, renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity, once you’ve earned your Open Water Diver certification.
These dives will solidify your skills and allow you to experience diving with Nitrox in a truly unique setting.
Your underwater adventure starts here.
Learn with us in a safe and dynamic environment, and get ready to explore an entire world beneath the waves.
All the information you need for your SSI Open Water Diver course:
Price: The price is per person and includes everything you need to enjoy a complete and worry-free experience.
Participants: The course is available for just one person, making it perfect to fit your needs.
Availability: Choose the option that best fits your schedule:
* Weekends
* Weekdays: Start on Monday and finish on Thursday.
What’s included in the price?
*Full use of diving equipment throughout the course.
* Certification fees for SSI (Open Water and Nitrox).
* A digital dive logbook to record your underwater adventures.
* SSI online study materials for your theory training.
* Diving accident insurance valid for a full year.
* Free rental equipment for your first 12 dives with Xaloc after completing your course.
What do you need to bring? Just your swimsuit and a towel. We’ll take care of the rest.
Mandatory requirements: Before starting, you’ll need to fill out a medical questionnaire. If there are no contraindications, a medical certificate won’t be required. If there are any, you’ll need to provide a certificate confirming your fitness for diving.
Bookings: It’s necessary to book your course dates in advance, either through our website, by phone, or by email.
Where do we conduct the practical sessions?
* Pool: In L’Estartit, at the heart of the Costa Brava.
* Sea: All open water dives also take place in L’Estartit, within the stunning Montgrí Natural Park.
To protect and conserve the marine environment, the first four practical dives are not held in the Medes Islands. However, the fifth dive, which takes place after you’re certified, is conducted in the Medes Islands Marine Reserve.
All sea dives are carried out from a boat, ensuring an unforgettable and environmentally friendly experience.