Orientation Speciality

Master the Art of Underwater Navigation with the SSI Navigation Specialty Course!

Have you ever wondered how to find your way back to the surface without following a guide line? If so, the SSI Navigation Specialty program is the perfect opportunity for you to learn this essential skill and explore the underwater world with confidence and independence.

What is the SSI Navigation Specialty Program?

The SSI Navigation Specialty program is designed to teach divers how to navigate underwater using a compass and natural navigation techniques. This program is ideal for experienced divers who want to expand their skillset and enhance their safety while exploring the underwater realm.

What will you learn in the SSI Navigation Specialty Program?

• Natural Navigation: Discover how to use natural landmarks, such as the sun, stars, and currents, to orient yourself underwater.

• Compass Navigation: Master the use of a compass to accurately navigate underwater, even in challenging conditions.

• Combining Natural and Compass Navigation: Learn how to effectively combine natural and compass navigation techniques for optimal underwater navigation.

• Special Navigation Circumstances: Develop the skills to navigate in low visibility conditions, such as at night or in murky waters.

• Underwater Navigation as a Sport: Explore the competitive side of underwater navigation and participate in navigation-based underwater games and challenges.

Why Choose the SSI Navigation Specialty Program?

• Enhance Your Safety and Confidence: By mastering underwater navigation skills, you'll increase your self-reliance and reduce the risk of getting lost while diving.

• Expand Your Exploration Opportunities: With advanced navigation skills, you'll be able to venture further and explore new dive sites with greater confidence.

• Prepare for Advanced Diving Adventures: The SSI Navigation Specialty program is an excellent foundation for more advanced diving courses, such as cave diving and technical diving.

How Can I Enroll in the SSI Navigation Specialty Program?

To enroll in the SSI Navigation Specialty program, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a certified SSI Open Water Diver or equivalent.

• Be at least 18 years old.

• Have a valid dive insurance.

• Successfully complete the knowledge development portion of the program.

• Complete a minimum of two open water navigation dives.

Combine Other Specialties for an Even More Rewarding Experience!

Enrich your diving experience by combining the SSI Navigation Specialty program with other relevant specialties, such as Night/Limited Visibility Diving or Search and Recovery Diving. These combinations will put your navigation skills to the test and prepare you for a wider range of underwater scenarios.

Embrace the Challenge and Discover the Freedom of Underwater Navigation!

Enroll in the SSI Navigation Specialty program today and take your diving skills to the next level. With enhanced navigation abilities, you'll unlock a world of new underwater adventures and explore the depths with confidence and independence.