Learn to recognise, prevent, and manage dive emergencies with SSI's comprehensive Stress & Rescue course. Become a safer, more aware diver — and a reliable buddy in any situation.
The SSI Stress & Rescue course teaches you to identify stress in yourself and other divers, prevent accidents before they happen, and respond effectively to real emergencies underwater. Through scenario-based training, you'll practise rescue techniques, emergency management, and self-rescue skills in Komodo's open-water conditions.
This is widely considered one of the most transformative courses in diving — developing awareness and confidence that benefits every dive you make. Komodo's varied conditions, including currents and open ocean sites, provide realistic training scenarios that prepare you for genuine situations. Prerequisites: SSI Open Water Diver certification and current React Right (or equivalent first aid) certification.
Komodo's varied diving conditions create an ideal training environment for the SSI Stress & Rescue course. Learning to manage dive emergencies in realistic, varied settings builds competence that stays with you for life.
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Certified
3–4 days
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4+
Rescue Dives
Advanced
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Ask about SSI Stress & RescueNot all dive centers are created equal. Here's what to look for when choosing where to do your SSI course in Komodo.
Instructor Experience
Look for SSI instructors at Diamond or Elite certification level — the highest SSI instructor ratings. Ask how many certifications they've completed and whether they specialise in your target program.
Safety Standards
Ensure they have emergency oxygen, first aid kits, and DAN insurance on every boat. Ask about emergency protocols and equipment servicing schedules — SSI centres should follow SSI safe diving standards.
Equipment Quality
Ask to see the student equipment before committing. Modern, well-maintained gear from recognised brands (Scubapro, Mares, Cressi) ensures a better and safer learning experience.
Group Size
Smaller student groups mean better instructor attention and faster skill development. Look for centres offering 2–4 students per instructor rather than filling sessions to maximum capacity.
Boat Quality
Long days at sea require comfortable, well-equipped boats. Check for shade, toilets, safety gear, and a clean dive deck. A good boat makes your training days significantly more enjoyable.
Reviews & Reputation
Read recent reviews focusing on instructor communication, patience, and how the centre handles students who progress at different speeds. Consistent high ratings over many reviews are a strong signal.
SSI Stress & Rescue in Komodo
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Course prices typically include all SSI digital learning materials, equipment use, confined water training, and four open water dives. Your digital certification is included.
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SSI courses combine flexible digital learning with hands-on water training. Study at your own pace, then complete the water phases over 4–5 days in Komodo.
Digital Training
Access SSI's award-winning app for interactive theory, HD videos, and built-in knowledge reviews — on any device, before or after you arrive.
Confined Water Training
Work through the fundamental dive skills in a controlled, shallow environment with your SSI instructor, focusing on safety and buoyancy control.
Open Water Dives
Apply your skills in Komodo's world-class dive sites. Your instructor guides you through the required open water dives in real ocean conditions.
Instant Digital Certification
Receive your SSI certification instantly through the app — fully digital and stored securely for life, accessible from anywhere via the MySSI app.
Requirements — Good physical health and ability to swim 200m. Minimum age 10 (varies by program). No prior diving experience required for entry-level courses.
The SSI Stress & Rescue course takes 3–4 days in Komodo, combining digital theory, confined water exercises, and open water rescue scenarios.
Day 1 — Theory Review & React Right Check
Review SSI Stress & Rescue digital theory completed on the app. Verify React Right certification is current. Begin diver stress recognition exercises.
Pro tip: Complete all SSI digital theory modules before arrival to maximise water time during the course.
Day 2 — Confined Water Exercises
Practice rescue techniques in a pool or sheltered bay: tired diver tow, panicked diver management, and unresponsive diver surfacing.
Days 3–4 — Open Water Rescue Scenarios
Realistic rescue scenarios in Komodo National Park waters. Manage missing diver procedures, underwater emergencies, and full accident simulations.
Congratulations! You're now SSI Stress & Rescue certified — widely regarded as the most personally transformative diving course.
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