AUGUSTA SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Under the Surface: Learn to Dive to SSI Standards in Augusta
An SSI Open Water Diver Course run by Neptune Dive & Ski that combines online study, classroom/pool practice and five open-water dives to certify divers age 12 and up.
Under the Surface: Learn to Dive to SSI Standards in Augusta.
Embark on an organized, standards-driven route into the underwater world with Neptune Dive & Ski’s SSI Open Water Diver Course. Taught to Scuba Schools International guidelines, the program focuses on building skill and confidence through repeated, supervised practice and benefits from the shop’s long local record of instruction.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
SSI curriculum, globally recognized
The course follows Scuba Schools International standards, delivering a consistent curriculum and a certification recognized around the world.
Nearly 40 years of instruction
Neptune has been training divers for almost four decades, emphasizing quality instruction, customer service and satisfaction.
Repetition and supervised practice
The program stresses repeated practice of core skills in confined and open water so students develop the comfort and muscle memory needed to dive safely.
What the day feels like
What the course feels like
The SSI Open Water Diver Course is a stepwise progression: independent online study and classroom material are paired with repeated, supervised pool sessions and a series of open-water dives so learners steadily translate knowledge into practiced technique and confidence.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course fits—and who should take extra steps before enrolling.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Stop by the shop for a tour and to see available gear; the operator runs a dive shop where equipment options and fit can be reviewed in person.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What age can enroll in the SSI Open Water Diver Course?
The course accepts students aged 12 and older.
How long is the course?
The program includes about 6–8 hours of online study plus seven class/pool sessions and five open-water dives; the listed session duration is 4 hours.
Where do I meet for classes?
Meet at Neptune Dive & Ski, 2305 Redwood Dr, Augusta, GA 30904.
Do I need to provide any medical forms?
Yes. A medical release is required for all participants.
Will I receive an internationally recognized certification?
Yes. The program follows Scuba Schools International standards and issues SSI certification, which is recognized worldwide.