SSI Wreck Diving
Uncover History Beneath the Waves with the SSI Wreck Diving Specialty at Stuart Scuba
Wreck diving offers a thrilling combination of adventure, history, and underwater beauty, and Stuart Scuba is your ideal starting point. With our SSI Wreck Diving Specialty, you’ll learn the skills needed to safely explore shipwrecks and artificial reefs, where incredible marine life and fascinating structures await. Become part of a long tradition of divers who discover hidden treasures and stunning sights among these underwater relics!
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Dive Deeper into History with SSI Wreck Diving Certification
This specialty program combines both academic and open water sessions to prepare you for safe, non-penetration wreck dives, giving you the confidence and skills to make the most of each dive. You’ll be guided by expert instructors on how to navigate wrecks up to 30 meters (100 feet) deep, developing skills that enhance both safety and enjoyment. During open water training, you’ll practice wreck-specific techniques, from equipment handling to buoyancy control, ensuring each dive is both safe and unforgettable.
Training Details:
- Minimum Age: 10 years
- Academic Sessions: 6 sessions
- Open Water Sessions: 2 dives
- Maximum Depth: 30 m / 100 ft
- Suggested Duration: 5-10 hours
- Pre-requisites: Open Water Diver certification
Upon completion, you’ll receive the SSI Wreck Diving Specialty certification, empowering you to safely enjoy and explore wreck dives worldwide, including notable Florida sites such as the Ana Cecilia Wreck and other local favorites near Stuart, West Palm Beach, and beyond.
Find Local Course Dates and Dive Right In!
Discover upcoming class dates or contact Stuart Scuba for more options:
- Wreck Diving – November 19 at Calypso Scuba in Joplin
Whether you’re coming from Miami, Orlando, or closer by in Jupiter or Fort Lauderdale, Stuart Scuba is ready to make your wreck diving goals a reality.
Why Choose Stuart Scuba?
Stuart Scuba, a top-rated SSI Training Center in South Florida, provides an ideal environment to enhance your diving skills, with expert instructors, state-of-the-art equipment, and easy access to stunning Florida wreck dive sites. From shore dives at the famous Blue Heron Bridge to deep adventures off the Gold Coast and Treasure Coast, Stuart Scuba offers a wealth of opportunities for divers of all levels.
Visit Stuart Scuba today to begin your wreck diving journey, and let us help you unlock the secrets of the sea. Ready to dive into history? Get started online and reserve your spot today!
Frequently Asked Questions about SSI Wreck Diving
What will I learn in SSI Wreck Diving?
Learn safe, non-penetration wreck diving with the SSI Wreck Diving Specialty in Stuart, FL. Review course requirements and upcoming dates.
Who is this course for?
This course is for certified divers who want to develop ssi wreck diving skills and meet the agency prerequisites.
What are the prerequisites?
Bring your current certification card and dive log if you have them. We’ll review the course’s age, certification, experience, and agency requirements with you before you enroll.
Which training agency issues this course?
This course follows SSI training standards. If you have prior training from another agency, we’ll review your records against the course requirements.
What skills will I practice?
You’ll practice wreck-site planning, navigation, buoyancy, hazard awareness, and non-penetration wreck-diving skills.
How many dives or sessions are required?
Your instructor will confirm the academic, practical, and in-water sessions for your course date. The exact plan depends on agency standards, conditions, and your progress.
How long should I plan for?
We’ll give you a schedule before enrollment. Completion time depends on the course format, required sessions, conditions, and your progress.
Where does training take place?
We’re based at 3317 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL 34997. Pool, shore, and boat training may take place at a separate site; we’ll confirm the exact meeting locations for your dates.
What equipment should I bring?
The complete SCUBA setup for courses that require it includes a BCD, tanks, weights, wetsuit, regulator with gauges, and compass. Tank rental and weights are included where the course requires them. Open Water students bring their own dive-quality mask, snorkel, and fins; these personal-fit items are not included in class rental gear. Our store carries a selection designed for different divers’ needs. Check the equipment requirements for this course before class.
Are tanks and weights included?
Tank rental and weights are included where required by this course. Availability and fees for other rental gear vary, so contact us before booking. Personal mask, snorkel, and fins are not included with Open Water class rental gear.
Is eLearning included?
Yes. eLearning is included with every Stuart Scuba class. We’ll send you access instructions after enrollment.
What does the course cost?
Current course tuition is $395 per student. Contact us to confirm any boat, gas, rental, travel, or additional training costs before booking.
What is included in the tuition?
Every class includes eLearning. Before you book, we’ll confirm what this course includes, along with any boat, gas, rental, or site costs.
Do I receive a certification card?
Yes. After you successfully complete the course requirements, we issue an electronic certification card (eCard). You can request a physical card for $20.
Can I use certification from another agency?
Bring your certification card and training records. We’ll review your background and confirm whether it meets this course’s agency requirements before you enroll.
What medical paperwork do I need?
Every student completes the medical questionnaire electronically through the course or on paper. A medical professional’s evaluation and signature are required only if your answers indicate that medical clearance is needed; complete it before any pool, shore, or boat diving activity. Download Form HERE.
Can I request private training?
Tell us if you prefer one-to-one or private training. We’ll check instructor availability and let you know whether it’s offered for this course and what it costs.
What if weather or water conditions change?
Your instructor or captain may adjust the site or schedule when weather, sea state, visibility, or current affects safe training. We’ll share the updated plan with you.
How should I prepare?
Complete your eLearning before class, review the prerequisites, and bring your certification card, logbook, and required equipment. Call us if you want to confirm your gear before you travel.
How do I check dates or enroll?
Choose an available date on this page or call Stuart Scuba at (772) 600-8288. We’ll help you review prerequisites, schedule, tuition, and what to bring.


