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Become an SSI Diving Instructor This September in Kenya- Extra Inclusions

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If you’re looking to become an SSI diving instructor, there’s no better time or place to do it than this September in Diani Beach, Kenya. Ocean Tribe’s next SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC) begins on September 1st, offering passionate divers a clear path to a professional and fulfilling career.

Even better. Book before August 1st and you’ll receive three additional instructor ratings free of charge:

These bonus certifications come in addition to the specialties you’ll automatically qualify to teach upon certification, including:


Why Become an SSI Diving Instructor with Ocean Tribe?

There are many places to train around the world, but Ocean Tribe offers a unique blend of top-level instruction, real-world ocean conditions, and career-focused mentorship. Here’s why Diani is your ideal launchpad:

Train in a True Tropical Marine Environment

Diani Beach offers warm waters, thriving coral reefs, and diverse marine life — the perfect classroom. When you choose to become an SSI diving instructor here, you train in realistic open-water conditions far from the overcrowded resort circuits.

Learn from an Industry-Leading Instructor Trainer

Our ITC is led by an extremely. experienced SSI Instructor Trainer Mark Slingo. You’ll receive direct mentorship, thorough preparation, and honest, supportive feedback — everything you need to succeed in your Instructor Evaluation and your future teaching career.

Join a Supportive, Career-Focused Community

Ocean Tribe is a professional, inclusive, and close-knit dive centre. We invest in every candidate’s success and help build careers, not just certifications. When you become an SSI diving instructor with us, you become part of the Tribe.

Gain Adaptive and High-Value Specialty Training

By booking early, you’ll gain additional specialties — including the unique Classified Diving Instructor rating, allowing you to teach divers with disabilities. This adds serious value to your CV and equips you to make a broader impact in the dive industry.


What You’ll Learn in the SSI ITC

This comprehensive course gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead SSI dive training programs independently. You’ll cover:

  • The full SSI teaching system and standards
  • How to conduct classroom, confined water, and open water training
  • Risk management and student control
  • Business and customer service strategies for instructors
  • Practical evaluation scenarios in the ocean
  • Daily feedback and coaching from your trainer

The course concludes with the SSI Instructor Evaluation (IE) — and we celebrate your success with a short Kenyan safari, included in your training package.


Course Information

Start Date: September 1st

Instructor Evaluation: Mid-September (TBC)

Location: Ocean Tribe, Diani Beach, Kenya

Early Booking Bonus: Book by August 1st to receive three additional instructor ratings at no extra cost


Ready to Become an SSI Diving Instructor?

Take your passion for diving and turn it into a career that travels the world with you. Ocean Tribe is here to guide you every step of the way.

Visit our SSI Instructor Training Course page or contact us directly protraining@oceantribe.co or WhatsApp us.

It’s time to become an SSI diving instructor — and Ocean Tribe is ready to help you make it happen this September.

Space is limited. Book early, earn more, and start teaching what you love.

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