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    A small creature.
    A big wonder.

    The SSI Nudibranch Ecology course introduces the incredibly colourful world of sea slugs – nudibranchs.

    2 490 CZK

    SSI Nudibranch Ecology

    Macro worldsea slugs
    No divetheoretical completion
    6 yearsminimum age
    No diving certificationentry certification
    01 / WHO IS THE COURSE FOR

    Who should take
    Nudibranch Ecology?

    From 6 years · Entry level No diving certification

    1. 01

      For those fascinated by the colourful and unusual life beneath the surface.

    2. 02

      For divers specialising in macro photography of marine life

    3. 03

      For anyone who wants to slow down and start noticing the “small things” in the ocean.

    4. 04

      For anyone who wants to expand their SSI certification and deepen their knowledge of the marine world

    A colourful world within sight.

    Small details. Big discoveries.

    Slow down and discover the diversity of sea slugs. Identification, behaviour and survival strategies will open up a new world for you, even at familiar sites.

    CLOSE UP / SSI Nudibranch Ecology

    A small creature.
    A big wonder.

    Macro world · sea slugs

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      A small creature, a big world.

      Course SSI Nudibranch Ecology introduces the incredibly colourful world of sea slugs – nudibranchs. On the course, you will learn to identify them, understand their behaviour, their survival strategies and why they are such an important part of marine ecosystems.

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      There is a reason for the colours.

      During the course you will learn where you are most likely to encounter them, how their defence mechanisms work and why they are among the most colourful creatures in the ocean. It also includes understanding their role in nature and their relationships with the surrounding environment.

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    02 / PRACTICAL INFORMATION

    Practical information.

    Course duration

    9–11 hours duration by agreement with the instructor

    How the training takes place

    Online study and a lecture with an instructor. The course ends with a theory test without a dive.

    Included in the course price

    • Online access to study materials in Czech or a language of your choice
    • Services of an experienced instructor
    • SSI Nudibranch Ecology certification

    What do I need to bring?

    You do not need equipment for the theoretical training. The instructor will go through everything you need with you.

    Course progress

    1. 01

      Preparation and theory

      Study and consultation with the instructor according to the course programme.

    2. 02

      Practical part

      Lecture, context and questions with an instructor.

    3. 03

      Deepening knowledge

      Applying the knowledge gained in situations that interest you.

    4. 04

      Completion

      Theory test and SSI certification.

    03 / TAKE A LOOK INSIDE THE COURSE

    Experience it
    underwater.

    See what awaits you in the SSI programme.

    04 / FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    What
    else are you interested in?

    Is the course suitable for non-divers too?

    Yes. The course is also intended for non-divers and does not require any prior diving or snorkelling experience.

    Is there any diving in the course?

    No, the course does not include practical dives. Everything takes place in the form of e-learning and theoretical teaching with an instructor.

    Can it also be taken in English?

    Yes! The study materials are also available in English. A consultation with an English-speaking instructor can also be arranged.

    How long will the study materials be accessible to me?

    Once activated, access remains yours permanently – you can return to it at any time.

    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 INSTRUCTORS

    This course
    will be taught to you personally.

    Meet our professionals who can teach this course. We will agree the specific instructor and date together.

    David BaťaDivemaster Instructor

    David Baťa

    SSI Divemaster Instructor #110857

    Czech quarries, trips abroad and underwater photography. He is happy to share his experience and the joy of diving.

    David had his first taste of diving in Egypt in 2017. In spring 2020 he tried the basic course, tried it and never let go. As soon as he completed one specialisation, he immediately carried on with the next. Diving captivated him so much, and got under his skin so deeply, that he continued his training and gathering experience. As he enjoys mentoring and leading people, professional courses are the obvious choice for him so that he can pass on his knowledge and share with others the joy of diving and the experiences connected with it.

    You can meet David not only at the Czech quarries all year round at weekends, but also on adventures abroad. Recently he has become fascinated by underwater photography, so on almost every dive you will find him with a camera and two antennae – photo lights. At quarries he enjoys attractions and hunting them down. Abroad, wrecks and rich flora (he is constantly looking for Nemo :-D)

    In his own words: “Thanks to diving alone have I found balance in my working life. There is nothing more beautiful than going underwater to clear your head of work duties and the rush. I always surface as a new person, and as an added bonus I am with a bunch of great people, which is definitely the diving community around Divers. Diving is no longer just a hobby, but life”. “Up we go down”

    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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    For adventures in open water.
    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?

    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.

    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 Nudibranch Ecology

    A date that suits you.

    Dates are arranged individually with the instructor. We open ecology courses from four participants.

    potapeni@divers.cz+420 725 316 772

    How do I get started?

    1. 01

      Choose your course

      Order your selected course online.

    2. 02

      Set up your MySSI

      Register at my.divessi.com. Dive centre: Divers Direct 722162.

    3. 03

      We will arrange a date

      We will fine-tune everything together. You will arrange individual lessons directly with the instructor according to your availability.

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