Learn to breathe underwater off Pula with the SSI Open Water Diver Course: self-paced e-learning plus six supervised sea dives over 3–6 days. Ideal for first-time divers who want structured training, small groups and an introduction to the Adriatic’s limestone reefs.
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A morning in Pula begins with salt on the air and the distant rumble of ferry engines as students gather on a stone quay. The SSI Open Water Diver Course moves deliberately: e-learning completed at leisure, then mornings of confined skill work and afternoons of open-water dives that graduate you from surface comfort to breathing underwater.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–6 days (daily 4–6 hours)
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability and general good health; comfortable in open water and able to perform simple surface swims.
Wildlife
History
Pula’s coastline is shaped by Roman and Venetian eras; the harbor and limestone outcrops host dive sites once used by local fishermen.
Conservation
Follow no-touch rules, use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid stirring sediment; small-group instruction reduces impact on delicate shallow reefs.
Reserve your spot on the SSI Open Water Diver Course today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Complete e-learning before arrival
Finish SSI theory chapters and quizzes ahead of your first day to focus on in-water skills and save time onshore.
Bring a personal mask
Even though equipment is provided, a well-fitting mask reduces water leaks and improves comfort during repeated dives.
Check medical clearance
If you have asthma, heart conditions or recent surgeries, get a doctor’s sign-off before booking—some conditions disqualify diving.
Plan rest between sessions
Allow adequate surface interval time, stay hydrated and avoid heavy exertion or alcohol between dives to reduce fatigue and decompression risk.
Mask and snorkel
A properly fitting mask improves visibility and comfort during repeated skill drills.
Wetsuit (3–5 mm)
A 3–5 mm wetsuit keeps you warm in spring or cooler days of the Adriatic.
spring
Dive computer or timing device
Monitors bottom time and surface intervals—useful for practice, though instructors provide guidance.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin during surface intervals while minimizing harm to marine life.
summer