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Master Rescue Skills with SSI Diver Stress and Rescue in Kaikōura - Kaikōura

Master Rescue Skills with SSI Diver Stress and Rescue in Kaikōura

Kaikōura•moderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

3 days

Fitness Level

Good physical fitness is recommended due to active pool and open-water sessions and rescue drills

Overview

Enhance your diving confidence with the SSI Diver Stress and Rescue specialty in Kaikōura, New Zealand. This three-day course combines pool and open-water training to prepare you for real emergency scenarios in one of the world’s top marine adventure spots.

Kaikōura, Canterbury

SSI Diver Stress and Rescue

Start your Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty adventure • 3 days • Up to 4 Participants

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About This Adventure

Enhance your diving skills with the SSI Diver Stress and Rescue specialty program. Over three days, you'll learn vital techniques for managing stress, preventing accidents, and executing rescues in both pool and open water settings. Complete the course and earn your SSI certification, boosting your confidence in emergency response.

Gain confidence in emergency response with the SSI Diver Stress and Rescue specialty

Duration

3 days

About

The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue speciality program equips divers with essential skills to ensure personal and fellow diver safety. Learn to recognize and manage stress, prevent accidents, and execute effective rescue and emergency care techniques through pool and open water training sessions. Upon completion, receive the SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Speciality certification.

Don't have your diver's cert ID?

We can look up your certification online before your dive, to speed up the process, please get in touch before the day of your adventure.

Policy

  • No refund if cancelled within 24hrs of scheduled tour date.
  • All tours are subject to minimum numbers and weather conditions.
  • Dave’s Diving Kaikoura has the right to cancel any tours at any time.
  • In the event of a weather cancellation, you will receive a full refund.

Adventure Tips

Prepare Physically and Mentally

Be ready for demanding pool and open-water sessions requiring focus and endurance.

Pack Appropriate Gear

Bring your certified dive equipment, wetsuit, and a snorkel for pool skills practice.

Check Weather and Sea Conditions

Kaikōura's coastal weather can change rapidly; verify conditions before each session.

Respect Local Marine Life

Maintain safe distances from dolphins and seals during open-water drills to protect wildlife.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • New Zealand fur seals
  • Dusky dolphins

History

Kaikōura lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire and has a strong Maori cultural connection to the sea.

Conservation

Local dive operators follow strict eco-friendly practices to preserve marine habitats and wildlife.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Wetsuit

Essential

Keeps you comfortable in cool coastal waters during open-water training.

summer specific

Dive Computer

Essential

Essential for monitoring depth and time during all dives.

Mask and Snorkel

Essential

Used during pool training and surface skills practice.

Fins

Essential

Needed for efficient underwater movement during rescue drills.