Breathe Longer: SSI Enriched Air Nitrox in Arguineguín

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Breathe Longer: SSI Enriched Air Nitrox in Arguineguín

A focused, 4-hour theory course that teaches certified divers to plan and dive with enriched air mixtures up to 40% oxygen, extending no-decompression limits and reducing fatigue.

Breathe Longer: SSI Enriched Air Nitrox in Arguineguín.

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Location
Arguineguín
Operator
Scuba Sur
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Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set in Arguineguín on the Canary Islands, the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox course is a compact, classroom-only program that teaches certified divers to plan and dive with enriched air mixtures (up to 40% oxygen). In a single four-hour session you’ll cover the theory, safety considerations and planning needed to earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification, a qualification that can increase no-decompression limits and reduce post-dive fatigue so you can pack more diving into your days at sea.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE COURSE

Four focused hours of theory — dry, classroom-based learning

This is a theory-only (dry) program that covers planning and diving with enriched air. Complete the course and you earn SSI Enriched Air Nitrox certification for 32% or 40% mixes.

THE BENEFITS

Longer bottom times and less fatigue

Diving with enriched air can increase your no-decompression limits, reduce required surface intervals compared with air, and many divers report feeling less tired—useful if you plan multiple dives or a liveaboard.

THE PRACTICALS

Small classes and clear next steps

Classes are limited to four participants per instructor, and after certification you can book nitrox dives when availability allows.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

The course is a compact classroom session where an instructor will walk through the principles of enriched air diving, oxygen exposure limits, gas analysis and planning techniques. Expect focused instruction, equipment and procedural explanations for diving with 32% or 40% mixes, and the completion step that grants your SSI Enriched Air Nitrox certification.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Certified Open Water DiversIdeal: the course requires an Open Water certification and teaches techniques to extend no-decompression limits with enriched air.
2
Younger Divers & FamiliesAccessible to younger certified divers: the minimum age is 10, so older children with Open Water certification can participate.
3
Multi-dive TravelersA practical fit for divers planning multiple dives or liveaboards, since enriched air can reduce fatigue and surface-interval time.
4
Non-certified or medically unfit diversNot suitable: you must already hold an Open Water certification and present a valid medical declaration or certificate to take the course.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The program is a single, four-hour theoretical session.

What to Bring

Bring proof of Open Water certification and a valid medical declaration or certificate; course materials and the certification itself are not included.

Group Size & Booking

Classes are limited to four participants per instructor; nitrox dives can be booked after the course subject to availability.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the course?

The SSI Enriched Air Nitrox course is a four-hour theoretical session.

What age do I need to be to participate?

Participants must be at least 10 years old.

Is this a wet or dry course?

This is a dry, theory-only course (no in-water training).

What certifications or paperwork do I need?

You must hold an Open Water certification and present a valid medical declaration or medical certificate.

Is the certification included in the price?

Course materials and the certification are not included.

What nitrox mixes will I be certified for?

The course provides certification for SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% mixes.

Can I book nitrox dives immediately after the course?

Nitrox dives can be booked after completing the course, though availability is limited.

How many students are in each class?

Classes are limited to four participants per instructor.