Whether it’s a ship purposely sunk to serve as an artificial reef for divers, or a ship sunk as a result of an accident, wrecks are fascinating windows into the past . Ships, planes, and even cars are fascinating to explore and are usually teeming with aquatic life. Each dive into a wreck offers an opportunity to discover , possibly decipher a mystery or spy on something that others have lost. The SSI Wreck Diver Specialty course is very popular because it offers rewarding adventures.
The SSI Wreck specialty course has of two parts:
There are many different types of wrecks, some of which are protected by laws that preserve their historical and cultural significance. Your training begins by reviewing the guidelines for exploring and respecting wrecks.
During the dives, you will learn:
– Safety considerations for navigating and exploring wrecks.
– Techniques to avoid removing the sediment or spoiling the wreck and disturbing its inhabitants.
– To dive in restricted environments
You should read the topics related to the course you are going to take, and complete the evaluations and the final exam of the course.
The system used is online, that is, the SSI digital system – to start immediately. Each person studies at their own pace, through an interactive and easy-to-use program. You have access to the online version of the manual and you can complete the theoretical part of the course in this way.
GOOD TO KNOW:
The price: is per person
Participants: minimum 1 person
Days available: one or two days per week, depending on the Diving Center’s planning
Duration: minimum 2 days, but it is customized depending on the availability of the diver
What you should bring: complete diving equipment (except cylinders and weights)
Rental diving equipment: complete diving equipment’s rental is not included in the price.Should you need to rent it, the total price is 20 €
Penetration in wrecks: This course does not train or empower you to do penetrations in wrecks. For that we have the Advanced Wreck Diver course
Where will the course dives take place?: Within the Illes Medes and Montgrí Natural Park, specifically in the “Reggio” which is on the Montgrí Coast
Who will train you?: All Xaloc instructors are recreational diving professionals and have extensive pedagogical experience. And some of us are even Trainers, that is, we train Dive Instructors.
Mandatory: You must fill out the Medical Form and / or bring your medical certificate of aptitude for diving + you must have your own diving insurance (if you do not have one, you can contract one with us, € 6 / day)
Additional information: Dive dates must be reserved by phone or by email in advance