Explore the underwater world!
Your journey into the blue starts here. With Benthica, you don’t just get a certification; you join a global community. We use the SSI (Scuba Schools International) teaching method, a world leader in digital education: you can study the theory whenever and wherever you want through the MySSI app, allowing you to spend your time in Sardinia exclusively on having fun in the sea.
From your first free trial to international certifications, you will be guided by professional instructors using latest-generation Mares equipment, ensuring the highest standards of safety and comfort.
Who is it for: Everyone (divers and non-divers). It is the essential prerequisite for the Stress & Rescue course.
What you will learn:
Primary Assessment: Managing vital functions and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
First Aid: Management of wounds, fractures, and trauma.
Oxygen Administration: Essential for diving emergencies.
AED Use: How to operate an Automated External Defibrillator.
What’s included:
SSI React Right Digital Kit with videos and manuals.
Hands-on training session with a CPR manikin and medical equipment.
International digital certification (valid for 2 years).
Who is it for: Open Water divers who want to safely dive beyond 18 meters.
What you will learn:
Deep dive planning: How to organize and manage dives at greater depths.
Nitrogen narcosis management: Understanding and handling the effects of depth.
Safety procedures and air consumption: Protocols and gas management for deep environments.
What’s included:
Who is it for: Certified divers (Open Water or higher) who want to reduce nitrogen absorption and feel less fatigued after diving.
What you will learn:
Benefits of Nitrox: Advantages of diving with enriched air mixtures (up to 40% oxygen).
Gas Analysis: How to analyze your tank content using an oxygen analyzer.
Dive Planning: How to plan your dive and set your dive computer for Nitrox.
What’s included:
MySSI Nitrox Digital Kit with unlimited access.
Practical gas analysis training session.
International digital certification.
Don’t just get a certification; live a life-changing experience.
We are waiting to guide you from your very first bubbles all the way to professional levels.
Minimum age: 10 years old.
Maximum depth: 18 meters (12m for children under 12 years old).
Requirements: Ability to swim and good physical condition.
Lifetime access to the SSI Digital Kit (Manual, video, quiz).
All training sessions (theory and sea).
Full latest-generation Mares equipment rental.
Issue of the international digital certification.
Prerequisite: Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent).
Depth: Up to 30 meters.
Structure: 5 specialty dives in different areas to discover your interests.
SSI specific digital teaching material.
5 guided dives focused on different skills (e.g., Buoyancy, Navigation, Deep).
Advanced technical briefings with the instructor.
Official SSI recognition in your digital profile.
Prerequisite: Open Water Diver certification + First Aid certification (React Right or equivalent).
Objective: Learn to prevent accidents and manage your own stress and that of others.
MySSI Stress & Rescue digital kit.
Theory sessions and practical training in the sea.
Simulations of real emergency scenarios.
Issue of the specialty certification.
Prerequisites: Stress & Rescue + 40 logged dives + Deep, Navigation, and Science of Diving certifications.
Role: Certified guide to accompany divers and assist instructors.
Professional SSI Divemaster kit.
Personalized practical internship at the Benthica center.
In-depth studies on physics, physiology, and group management.
Preparation for the global diving job market.
Basic theory lesson (pre-dive briefing).
A real dive in the sea with your instructor.
Full Mares equipment (wetsuit, mask, fins, BCD, regulator).
Digital registration and official recognition on the MySSI App.
Minimum age: 10 years old.
Maximum depth: 12 meters.
What is it: A theory session followed by an open water dive.
Validity: This recognition counts as credit for 6 months if you decide to enroll in the Open Water Diver course.
SSI digital material (Basic Diver).
Theory lesson and basic technical training.
Professional Mares equipment included.
Official registration on the MySSI App.
Minimum age: 10 years old.
Maximum depth: 12 meters (always accompanied by a professional).
Structure: It is approximately half of the Open Water course (2 theory sessions, sessions in confined water, and 2 dives in the sea).
Complete digital teaching material.
Practical training sessions.
Mares equipment rental included for the entire duration.
SSI Scuba Diver international digital certification.
