Ready to stay warm and confident on your dives? Karleyth Diving's SSI Drysuit Course in Portscatho unlocks new possibilities beneath the waves with expert guidance and tailored instruction. Discover how dry suit diving can transform your underwater adventures today.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1-2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in decent physical shape, with basic diving experience recommended but not required.
Wildlife
History
Cornwall has a rich maritime history, with ports like Truro historically serving as vital trading hubs and fishing centers.
Conservation
Local dive operators participate in reef conservation efforts and promote responsible diving practices to preserve marine habitats.
Karleyth Diving
Ready to stay warm and confident on your dives? Karleyth Diving's SSI Drysuit Course in Portscatho unlocks new possibilities beneath the waves with expert guidance and tailored instruction. Discover how dry suit diving can transform your underwater adventures today.
Karleyth Diving is a dive operator based in Ruan High Lanes, England. The business runs a programme of SSI training courses, guided shore dives and snorkel tours for beginners, families and advanced recreational divers.
Offerings include SSI Open Water Course, SSI Advanced Course, SSI Deep Diving, Enriched Air Nitrox, Drysuit Course, Perfect Buoyancy, Diver Stress and Rescue, Scuba Skills Update and Try Dive sea sessions for first-time divers. Shore-based guided diving and shore diving packages focus on local coastal sites around Cornwall and remove the need for boats or strict timetables. Children's programmes include organised SSI Explorers Kids clubs available as full-term (12 sessions), half-term (6 sessions) and weekly options to suit family schedules.
Training and guided trips are run by SSI professionals and follow industry-standard safety and equipment procedures. The business emphasises flexible scheduling, clear certification pathways and practical in-water training to build diver confidence. Practical courses combine confined water sessions, open water dives and classroom theory where required, preparing students for independent diving and further specialties.
Karleyth Diving maintains a focus on environmental awareness and buoyancy skills that protect marine habitats while improving photographic opportunities. Booking information, course prerequisites and local site details are provided on request, allowing divers to prepare before arrival. For shore divers, snorkelers and families seeking SSI-accredited courses and guided coastal dives near Ruan High Lanes, Karleyth Diving provides a local, specialist option.
Contact details, availability and pricing are provided for each course to help customers plan bookings with transparent information and safety expectations.
Location
Ruan High Lanes
Cornwall shore diving base
SSI Training
Multiple SSI
Provider of SSI-certified courses
Kids Clubs
12 / 6 / Weekly
Flexible children's programmes
Trips Offered
17
Range of SSI courses & tours
Secure a spot on a Try Dive, Open Water course, specialty programme or family snorkel tour — check dates and availability today.
Check the weather forecast
Proper planning is key; calm conditions make training safer and more enjoyable.
Layer your gear appropriately
Wear thermal underwear and insulated layers under your dry suit for maximum warmth.
Practice buoyancy control
Mastering buoyancy is crucial for dry suit comfort and safety during dives.
Plan for emergency scenarios
Ensure you're well-versed in dry suit emergency procedures before your dives.
Thermal Underwear
Worn under your dry suit to maintain warmth in colder waters.
winter|spring|fall
Dry Suit
Specialized suit that keeps you dry and warm during cold-water diving.
Diving Mask and Fins
Basic equipment necessary for underwater visibility and mobility.
Boots and Gloves for Dry Suit
Additional insulation for extremities to prevent cold stress.