Individual approach
One instructor at our school always teaches a sensible number of students. We never push things to the limit and give every student 100% of our attention.
Three cylinders.
New freedom.
The SSI Extended Range Sidemount course is an entry into the world of technical diving in sidemount configuration – a modern way of arranging equipment that opens up new possibilities for exploring caves, wrecks and other confined spaces.
13 490 CZK
SSI Extended Range Sidemount
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3 cylinderssidemount configuration
4open water dives
16 yearsminimum age
Open Water Diverentry certification
01 / WHO IS THE COURSE FORWho should take
Who should take
Extended Range Sidemount?
From 16 years · Entry level Open Water Diver
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For divers who want more freedom when diving
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For anyone attracted to technical diving
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For divers who want to improve their buoyancy
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For anyone considering a path towards more technical diving
Configuration according to your movement.
Three cylinders. Full control.
Equipment setup, working with multiple cylinders and precise movement underwater. The foundation for further Extended Range programmes.
CLOSE UP / SSI Extended Range SidemountThree cylinders.
Three cylinders.
New freedom.
3 cylinders · sidemount configuration
Photo from the SSI Extended Range Sidemount range – 101 / 03
Explanation of diving equipment with the instructor on dry land02 / 03
SSI Extended Range Sidemount product card03 / 03- 01 / 03
A new arrangement.
Course SSI Extended Range Sidemount is an entry into the world of technical diving in sidemount configuration – a modern way of arranging equipment that opens up new possibilities for exploring caves, wrecks and other confined spaces. By placing cylinders along the sides of the body, it offers greater freedom of movement and allows divers to reach places where a classic configuration is too restrictive.
In the course you will focus on: correct setup and configuration of sidemount equipment; correct planning of sidemount dives; working with multiple cylinders in sidemount configuration; correct techniques for handling cylinders underwater; control of buoyancy, trim and efficient movement; emergency procedures and problem solving in sidemount configuration.
Photo from the SSI Extended Range Sidemount range – 101 / 03 - 02 / 03
Control over your equipment.
The course teaches you the correct setup of the sidemount configuration and the techniques needed to safely and efficiently use up to 3 cylinders in no-decompression diving. You will gain greater control over your equipment and your movement underwater, while also learning skills you can use in all further SSI Extended Range programmes.
The sidemount configuration places the cylinders along the sides of the body, which offers greater freedom of movement and makes it easier to pass through confined spaces.
With 3 cylinders, you gain a larger gas supply, allowing you to plan longer dives while also providing a greater reserve for safely completing the dive.
Explanation of diving equipment with the instructor on dry land02 / 03 - 03 / 03
Precision for further training.
Working independently with cylinders will teach you to control your equipment, trim and movement underwater more effectively.
Sidemount develops precision, efficiency and overall control during the dive, while also preparing you for further SSI Extended Range programmes.
The course develops skills in the configuration; on its own it does not replace training for cave or wreck penetration.
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Practical information.
Course duration
120 minutes underwater duration by agreement with the instructor
The stated course duration is the minimum training time. The actual duration depends on each student’s progress and mastery of the required skills. Training may be extended as needed.
Where we will meet
Pool preparation and training at the site by arrangement with the instructor.
Included in the course price
- electronic study materials in the language of your choice
- services of our instructor
- issuing an international SSI Extended Range Sidemount certification
- stage cylinder hire
- sidemount configuration hire is also available – however, we recommend using your own (price varies)
What do I need to bring?
Please confirm the range of equipment and any additional costs with the instructor before the course.
Course progress
- 01
Preparation and theory
Study and consultation with the instructor according to the course programme.
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Practical part
1 session in confined water.
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Training
4 open water dives.
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Completion
Meeting the programme requirements and SSI certification.
03 / TAKE A LOOK INSIDE THE COURSEExperience it
Experience it
underwater.
See what awaits you in the SSI programme.
04 / FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWhat
What
else are you interested in?
Do I need my own equipment?
We strongly recommend having your own sidemount configuration – due to the harness setup, which is highly individual. If you do not have your own, it can be hired. A stage cylinder is provided for hire during the course.
What is the difference between the Sidemount course and XR Sidemount?
Compared with the recreational course, the XR Sidemount course is the first step into technical diving. The course also includes working with 3 cylinders, instead of the two used in the recreational configuration.
Are the study materials in Czech?
No. The materials are currently in English.
How many cylinders will I have at most?
With the Sidemount configuration, you will have one extra cylinder. So 3 cylinders in total.
How soon after payment can I start?
Usually within 1 working day we will activate your access and contact you to arrange the lesson.
YOUR INSTRUCTORSThis course
This course
you through personally.
Meet our professionals who can teach this course. We will agree the specific instructor and date together.
Marek KušiakOpen Water Instructor
Marek Kušiak
SSI Open Water Instructor #117682
Sidemount enthusiast. He tailors training to the experience and needs of his students.
He started diving in 2006 with IANTD and over the years took courses in many diving systems with many instructors. Time and gradually gained experience have shown that courses across all organisations are very similar and that, overall, the instructor’s approach matters more than the name of the system. This is what he tries to follow during teaching and he adapts courses as much as possible to the students.
After a shoulder injury, he left technical diving for a while before deciding to try sidemount. Since then, he has fallen in love with sidemount diving. He currently mainly teaches this form of diving, which opens up new and interesting possibilities for beginners as well as experienced divers.
The course does not
end with us.
Divers Direct regularly organises one-day and weekend Events and diving expeditions for members of its club. And you can continue with follow-on courses right at these events.
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10%
Discount on everything from day one
You also get a 10% discount from the very start of the course in our diving shop in Dejvice on all diving equipment and other courses.
Why dive
s Divers?
Professional instructors
Every one of our instructors and divemasters lives and breathes diving, loves teaching, and passes that enthusiasm on. We are a team of enthusiasts who will draw you into the world of diving.
Quality training
We maintain high standards and take no shortcuts. Safety, fun, efficiency and ecology too – that is the foundation of every course we run.
SSI Certification
We run certification courses according to SSI standards. SSI certifications are internationally recognised in the diving world.
Flexible dates
We will agree on training dates that suit you. Flexibility is a given for us and we always do our utmost to accommodate you.
Our own 8m diving pit
We train in the deepest pit in the Czech Republic – at Aquapalace Praha in Čestlice. There we have ideal conditions for pool training, and it shows in our divers.
We don’t end with the course
With us you can continue – lectures, training sessions, trips, expeditions, follow-on courses. And on top of that, a 10% discount on equipment and other courses.
A great community
Divers Direct is more than a school – it is a community. Lectures, evenings in the clubhouse, experiences that bring people together.
Experience from all over the world
Our instructors teach here and abroad – we have know-how from all over the world. We are happy to share it with every one of our students.
Your next dive
begins here.
SSI Extended Range Sidemount
A date that suits you.
Dates are arranged individually with the instructor.
potapeni@divers.cz+420 725 316 772How do I get started?
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Choose your course
Order your selected course online.
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Set up your MySSI
Register at my.divessi.com. Dive centre: Divers Direct 722162.
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We will arrange a date
We will fine-tune everything together. You will arrange individual lessons directly with the instructor according to your availability.