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SSI Science of Diving training in Athens

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SSI Science of Diving

Train with our partner SSI Diamond Center in the Athenian Riviera. Book the diving only, or the complete package with your stay in Athens.

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Diving
Online — no open water dives required
Level
Academic specialty
Prerequisite
Open Water Diver (or combined)
Complete package
6 Days / 5 Nights
The course

About this programme

Go beyond the dive and discover the science that makes every underwater experience possible. Our 6-day SSI Science of Diving package is designed for divers who want to deepen their understanding of the principles behind scuba diving and develop a stronger foundation of diving knowledge. Our dive sites lie in the crystal-clear waters of the Athenian Riviera, where the Mediterranean Sea stays warm and inviting even through the winter months.

The SSI Science of Diving program explores the key concepts that influence divers and their underwater environment, including pressure, gases, physics, physiology, equipment, and other important aspects of safe and responsible diving. The course is delivered by professional SSI instructors, providing an engaging educational experience that helps you better understand what happens to your body and equipment throughout a dive.

This certification is delivered entirely online and is an ideal Recognition-path addition to any hands-on specialty — it pairs naturally with a practical package such as Deep Diving or Advanced Open Water Diver and can be studied at your own pace before or during your stay.

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Choose your option

Both options include the same SSI training and certification with our partner SSI Diamond Center.

Option 1 · Diving & certification only

Book the diving only

For divers who arrange their own accommodation and transport.

Price per person€150
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Included

  • Online course access and professional guidance from a Diamond SSI Dive Center
  • Theoretical training and exam by e-learning (SSI digital learning materials and online exam)
  • SSI Science of Diving certification

Not included

  • Accommodation – not included, but can be arranged separately on request
  • Any transportation services (airport and hotel transfers, transfers to and from the dive sites) and sightseeing tours – not included, but can be arranged separately on request
  • Anything not specified as included

Option 2 · Complete package in Athens

6 Days / 5 Nights

Diving, 4-star hotel with breakfast, transfers and an Athens sightseeing tour.

Per person, double / twin room€1,250
Single supplement€550
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Included

  • Arrival transfer from Athens International Airport to the hotel
  • 5 nights’ accommodation at a 4-star hotel on Bed and Breakfast
  • Online course access and professional guidance from a Diamond SSI Dive Center
  • Theoretical training and exam by e-learning (SSI digital learning materials and online exam)
  • Private round-trip transfers from/to hotel for training activities
  • SSI Science of Diving certification
  • Athens sightseeing tour with Acropolis (shared)
  • Entrance fee to Acropolis archeological site
  • Departure transfer from the hotel to Athens International Airport

Not included

  • Climate Crisis Resilience Fee (accommodation tax), payable directly at the hotel.
  • Anything not specified as included
Requirements

Requirements & important information

Prerequisites

  • Minimum certification required: Open Water Diver (or completed together with Open Water Diver training).
  • Certified Open Water Diver (or recognized equivalent from another training agency), or completed in combination with Open Water Diver training.
  • Minimum age: 10 years old.

Health & Fitness to Dive

  • Science of Diving is an academic specialty delivered fully online, with no in-water requirement.
  • If any optional open water dives are added to your stay, the standard SSI Medical Statement and, where required, physician’s clearance will apply to those dives.

Liability & Insurance

  • A signed liability release and assumption-of-risk form is required from all participants prior to the start of the course (and prior to any optional in-water activity).
  • Participants are advised to hold valid travel insurance covering the training activities.

Practical Notes

  • No open water dives are required for this certification; it is delivered entirely online through the SSI e-learning platform and concludes with a final exam.
  • Because the course is self-paced online, it fits naturally alongside another in-person specialty booked for the same trip (Recognition path) — ask us about combining packages.
  • If a participant does not meet the certification, age, or medical clearance requirements above, the agency reserves the right to deny participation in the training activities without a refund of the certification portion of the package.

Dive insurance: we are official partners of DAN Europe and provide dive insurance globally. Get DAN insurance with your course →

Seasons

Weather & diving conditions in Athens

  • Spring (Mar–May)Air 15–25°C · water rising. Stable, light winds, good visibility — ideal for moderate diving activity.
  • Summer (Jun–Aug)Air 28–35°C · water 24–28°c. Sunny and stable with minimal winds — excellent visibility, perfect for all diving.
  • Autumn (Sep–Nov)Air 21–27°C · water 22–25°c. Mild weather, good visibility — ideal for training and recreational diving.
  • Winter (Dec–Feb)Air 10–15°C · water 15–18°c. Colder water, occasional winds — more preparation needed; visibility remains good in sheltered areas.
Theory

How you learn

Theoretical Training & Online Learning

The entire SSI Science of Diving course is delivered online through the SSI e-learning platform, allowing you to study at your own pace, wherever you are.

A final online exam is required to complete the certification. Our instructors are available to answer questions and clarify concepts by phone or email throughout your access period.

Policies

Cancellation & booking conditions

Diving & certification only

Cancellation & Refund Policy

To ensure smooth arrangements for the diving and training activities, the following cancellation policy applies to the SSI Science of Diving course:

TimingRefund
More than 45 days before arrivalFull refund, less any non-refundable fees or costs already incurred by service providers
15–44 days before arrival50% of the total package price will be refunded
Less than 15 days before arrivalThe booking is non-refundable
No-show or cancellation after arrivalNo refund for unused services (diving, certification)

Diving, Weather & Operational Changes

Diving activities are subject to the diving center’s schedule, weather conditions, and sea conditions. If diving activities must be postponed or adjusted due to unsafe weather or sea conditions, the diving center may reschedule the activities where possible.

If the SSI Science of Diving course cannot be completed because the participant does not meet the required certification, age, or medical-clearance requirements, the diving/certification portion of the package is non-refundable.

Medical & Participant Restrictions

Participants who are unable to dive due to medical reasons, lack of required certification, failure to provide required medical clearance, or failure to meet the program requirements are not entitled to a refund of the diving or certification portion of the package.

We strongly recommend that all participants purchase travel and dive accident insurance that includes coverage for cancellation, medical issues and diving activities.

Changes to a Booking

Any request to change the dates, participant details, or other booking arrangements will be subject to availability and may result in additional charges or cancellation fees imposed by the relevant service providers.

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and will be considered effective on the date they are received and confirmed by Diving Journeys.

By confirming the booking, the participant acknowledges and accepts the above cancellation and refund conditions.

Complete package

Cancellation & Refund Policy

To ensure smooth arrangements for accommodation, diving activities, transfers, and sightseeing, the following cancellation policy applies to the SSI Science of Diving course:

TimingRefund
More than 45 days before arrivalFull refund, less any non-refundable fees or costs already incurred by service providers
15–44 days before arrival50% of the total package price will be refunded
Less than 15 days before arrivalThe booking is non-refundable
No-show or cancellation after arrivalNo refund for unused services (accommodation, diving, transfers, sightseeing, certification)

Diving, Weather & Operational Changes

Diving activities are subject to the diving center’s schedule, weather conditions, and sea conditions. If diving activities must be postponed or adjusted due to unsafe weather or sea conditions, the diving center may reschedule the activities where possible.

If the SSI Science of Diving course cannot be completed because the participant does not meet the required certification, age, or medical-clearance requirements, the diving/certification portion of the package is non-refundable.

Medical & Participant Restrictions

Participants who are unable to dive due to medical reasons, lack of required certification, failure to provide required medical clearance, or failure to meet the program requirements are not entitled to a refund of the diving or certification portion of the package.

We strongly recommend that all participants purchase travel and dive accident insurance that includes coverage for cancellation, medical issues and diving activities.

Changes to a Booking

Any request to change the travel dates, participant details, accommodation, or other package arrangements will be subject to availability and may result in additional charges or cancellation fees imposed by the relevant service providers.

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and will be considered effective on the date they are received and confirmed by Diving Journeys.

By confirming the booking, the participant acknowledges and accepts the above cancellation and refund conditions.

Questions about Science of Diving?

Ask us about dates, combining courses, or adding accommodation and transfers to the diving-only option.

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+30 693 239 8258 · info@divingjourneys.com