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SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Course

Diving with Nitrox allows you to extend your bottom times by reducing nitrogen absorption, enabling longer underwater exploration. The lower nitrogen exposure can lead to decreased diver fatigue and potentially more comfortable diving experiences.

Nitrox provides shorter surface intervals and enhanced safety margins due to its controlled oxygen mixture. Some dive resorts even offer free Nitrox to certified divers, making it an attractive option for frequent divers seeking more efficient and safer underwater adventures.

The key Benefits of using enriched air are

  • Longer bottom times
  • Shorter surface intervals
  • Reduced diver fatigue
  • Increased diving opportunities

What You’ll Learn:

  • Enriched air diving equipment care
  • Oxygen concentration risks
  • Nitrox analyser operation
  • Cylinder marking
  • Dive planning with Nitrox
  • Dalton’s Triangle principles

Course Includes:

  • Online e-learning
  • In-class theory session
  • Equipment familiarization
  • Nitrox analyser training
  • Dive computer configuration
  • Safety protocols

Course Details:

  • Minimum Age: 10 years
  • Prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30 m / 100 ft
  • eLearning Duration: 3-6 hours
  • Classroom Duration 1 hour

Certification Outcome:

  • Dive with Nitrox up to 40% oxygen content

Equipment Needed:

  • Dive computer (provided if you don’t have one)
  • Cost: £210.00
  • Locations for the practical session:

  • Clapham Leisure Centre, SW4 6DB,
  • Dulwich College Sports Club, SE21 7LE
  • Big Squid , Portland, DT5 1DX