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 Scuba Courses Now Offered By A Foreign Instructor!..
You can learn to dive in English right here in Taiwan. We have an Open Water Diver Course Every Month!
   
As part of an industry serving 2.5 million active divers and 67 million snorkelers, Scuba Schools International - SSI is one of the most trusted names in scuba diving. SSI has set the standard for scuba diving certification since 1970, with more than 27 regional offices, represented in more than 110 countries and more than 2.400 international locations, as well as materials printed in 25 languages.
The difference between SSI and our competitors:
We do have competitors, but here's how we're different:
| ♦ Bona fide dive center based to ensure the quality of training worldwide |
♦ Hundreds of SSI Dive Center and SSI Resort locations worldwide |
| ♦ SSI Certification is well respected around the globe so you can be confident that yor diving credentials will be recognized wherever you want to dive |
♦ Member of RSTC (Recreational Scuba Training Council) and in Europe, WRSTC and the EU (European Standards— EN 14153-1-3 for divers and 144413-1-2 for scuba instructors |
| ♦ Signature training model "The SSI Diver Diamond" that provides the 4 key ingredients to becoming a comfortable confident diver |
♦ Signature training method "Comfort through Repetition" developed over more than 30 years of continued cultivation |
| ♦ Instructors can only teach through authorized SSI DIve Centers and Resorts |
♦ Regular monitoring of all SSI Dive Centers and SSI DIve Leader |
................................SSI SCUBA Courses - Qualify on Green Island
CHOOSE WHEN YOU WANT TO LEARN! 
SSI HOME STUDY & INTERACTIVE MEDIA:
SSI’s educational system allows you to choose when you want to study, so you can learn the information at your own pace, when it best fits into your schedule. In-class and pool training will reinforce everything you have learned.
Supported by an interactive DVD and full-color manual, you can learn the academics at your own pace. You have the ability to practice review questions with the DVD. If the question is answered incorrectly the DVD will automatically take you to the part of the video that contains the correct information.
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Your ticket to the underwater world - the OPEN WATER DIVER certificate. Your SSI Student Manual, DVD and water training sessions combined will help you learn everything you need to know to start your adventure the fun and correct way. The SSI Student Manual includes study guide questions at the end of each section to help you retain your new knowledge and test your retention. During your SSI Open Water Diver training sessions you will learn all of the necessary skills and safe diving procedures to be a comfortable confident diver.
SSI Open Water Diver certification cards are recognized throughout the world. They entitle you to dive with other certified divers, enable you to purchase/rent equipment and obtain air fills anywhere you choose to dive.
Qualify within a weekend on Green island !
Course Fee: 1student = NT$14,500. pp
2-4students = NT$12,500pp.
4-8students = NT$9,500pp.
Course fee includes, Open Water Diver Manual, RDP tables, International license and all equipment needed for the course including tanks
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Course consists of confined water training( 6 sessions) and 4 Open Water dives or more at the Instructor’s discretion. The instructor recommends students’ purchase their own fins, mask, snorkel, booties, and wetsuit for comfort and fit, but equipment rental is included in the course price. We also sell scuba gear at greatly reduced prices for our students.
Please look at our accommodation & transport packages below. |
SCUBA UPDATE
Course Fee: NT$3,900 = 1 dive. NT$5,900 = 2 dives.
This includes use of RDP tables and Scuba Review Manual.
The above are recommended for all Open Water and Adv.OW divers who have not dived for eight months or longer.
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SSI DIVER STRESS & RESCUE
“Be prepared for those unexpected emergencies."
Stress is a major contributor to rescue situations and diving accidents. Through this course you will learn accident prevention, as well as how to handle problem situations if they occur.
The program is about avoiding, recognizing and solving problems on the surface and under water. The course runs two - four days in which you will participate in academic and in-water sessions in the pool and in the open water. As a prerequisite for certification you need to have a valid CPR & First Aid certificate.
If you want to learn more about DIVER STRESS & RESCUE, you can buy the manual or the DVD even if you don't want to sign up for the course.
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SSI is the first training agency with a complete Snorkeling Education System
Snorkeling is a very relaxing and at the same time exciting activity which is suitable for all age levels. You may have never thought of learning how to snorkel but to get the most out of your snorkeling experience you need to learn the right skills in quality snorkeling equipment. |
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For those who want to know more, you can purchase the Snorkel Diver Kit. This kit provides background information, practical application and hints for an enjoyable snorkeling holiday. If you are interested in equipment counseling, visit your local SSI Dive Center! |
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SSI - TRY SCUBA DIVING
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Diving is much easier than you might think! Be ready to enjoy the experience and dive into a new world!
TRY SCUBA DIVING the program to begin your diving career. A well trained SSI Instructor will teach you the proper knowledge and skills required for your experience in the underwater world. At the end of this program you will experience an unforgettable dive with your SSI Instructor.
Try Scuba - Discover Scuba Diving . (min 10 years of age)
Course Fee: NT$2,500 – 1 dive. NT$3,800 = 2 dives. Price includes all equipment for the dive including fee and tank(s). |
Upcoming Course Dates:
Date |
SCUBA courses SSI and PADI courses offered |
2010 Jan 1-4 |
Open Water Course |
February - Chinese New Year |
Open Water Course / Stress & Rescue Course |
Accommodation and other prices + free stuff and services:
Package includes:
- Pick-up from train station/ airport/hotel in Taitung to harbor & Drop-off at train station/ airport in Taitung
- Ferry ticket× 1(round trip) per person
- Scooter × 1 (2 people sharing )
- Hotel
PackagePrice
(per person)
Currency: NT |
Weekday |
Holiday (Saturday) |
2 days 1 night |
3 days 2 nights |
4 days 3nights |
2 days 1 night |
3 days 2 nights |
4 days 3 nights |
Adult |
1bed(1person) |
$3,000 |
$4,500 |
$5,500 |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
$6,000 |
1bed(2persons) |
$2,500 |
$3,500 |
$4,500 |
$3,000 |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
2bed(2persons) |
$3,000 |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
$6,000 |
2bed(4persons) |
$2,000 |
$3,000 |
$4,000 |
$3,000 |
$3,500 |
$4,500 |
2bed(3persons) |
$2,300 |
$3,300 |
$4,300 |
$2,800 |
$3,800 |
$4,800 |
- For an additional charge, we can also arrange train, high-speed rail, bus or flights from all around Taiwan to Taitung City near Green Island (just remember, you can fly in for the weekend, but you can't fly out for a certain amount of time after diving)
- 2 days of diving ( depending on Course)
-Education and certification in the SSI system of diving, which is internationally recognized and accepted.
-All required educational tools and materials as mandated by SSI. All diving students must have these materials to complete their course
-Full equipment for the duration of the course
-English language instruction by a SSI Diving instructor
bookwork, quizzes, exams, evaluation, all inwater lessons, and certification
-10% lifetime discount on any other Green Island Adventures activity/tour
and great discounts on diving gear www.scubaeverything.com
-And of course, some of the best diving you'll do anywhere! .
Click here to book !!
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Respect the reef
If it bothers you that the dive boat crew litters the ocean; if it saddens you that a boat uses its anchor and not mooring buoys; if it irritates you that other divers touch coral; if it frustrates you that the dive brief doesn't include conservation guidelines then it is down to you to help set an example for good diving practices.
It is all too easy to imagine that most if not all divers have an inherent respect for the ocean. However we know that this is not entirely true these guidelines are a sensible and timely reminder to all divers and dive operators to take increased responsibility for preserving the precious coral reefs.
In the water
Avoid all physical contact with corals and marine life; even the slightest touch can crumble sponges or remove the surface of corals and do damage that takes corals years to recover from. Whilst touching marine life is an unforgivable intrusion into the underwater world. e.g. puffing up 'puffer fish', riding turtles, collecting shells.
Do not feed fish; Numerous studies have shown that feeding fish disrupts their normal normal feeding patterns and his harmful to the fish.
It leads to a reduced ability to capture natural food, makes them dependent on people and they lose their natural wariness of people, leading to aggressive behaviour.
It may also be harmful to divers especially when attempting to feed fish with poor eyesight but a strong sense of smell! e.g moray eels, groupers, they might easily mistake your hand for the food!
Don't litter the ocean; even biodegradable items such as banana skins and orange peel can be mistaken by fish and marine mammals and shouldn't be thrown overboard. Worse still are plastic water bottles, snack wrappers, cigarette butts and waste food. Take a carrier bag with you and offer to collect rubbish for safe disposal. How many times have you seen divers and boat crew throwing their cigarette buts into the ocean?
Take nothing out of the sea, except recent litter; use your judgment - most floating items pose a threat for marine life - for example plastic bags cause a significant hazard to turtles that confuse them for jellyfish, ingesting them and then dying. However some older debris (old tires, dead sea shells) may already have formed habitats for some marine life.
Practice good buoyancy control; peak buoyancy control is key to enjoying a relaxed underwater encounter minimising the risk of contact with corals or rock formations.
Adopt appropriate finning techniques for the conditions; mid water column diving might warrant a regular kicking motion whilst a frog-kick or gentle flutter kick could be more appropriate for closer proximity to corals and the sea bed to avoid kicking up sediment.
Ensure all equipment is well secured so that it doesn't drag or catch on corals; being able to locate your gauges and octopus without looking is not only sensible diving practice it avoids items knocking or snagging on corals.
Adhere to all local dive rules and regulations; each dive location may have separate rules that should be acknowledged. Find out and adhere to these guidelines for safe and enjoyable diving.
On land / boats
Encourage and support the use of dive moorings; choose and reward dive operators that use fixed moorings at dive sites. Dropping an anchor overboard can cause monumental damage to coral reefs and the surrounding environment.
Learn more about coral reefs, fish and marine creatures; the more you learn, the more fun you can have sharing your knowledge and identifying items underwater and, chances are, you'll understand more how precious these creatures are.
Don't buy souvenirs that feature items taken from the sea; corals, sea shells, starfish and sponges have been pilfered from the sea to make gaudy souvenirs and trinkets. These items belong in the sea, not in the bathroom.
Please enjoy these marine science educational resources brought to you by the Marine Biology Learning Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing insight and leadership to the stewardship of our ocean planet:
http://www.marinebiology.org/science.htm
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