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MySSI App for Divers

Explore the MySSI App – Your Ultimate Dive Companion!

Scuba diving is evolving, and so is the way we learn, log, and connect underwater. The MySSI app by Scuba Schools International is more than just a digital learning platform. It’s a powerful, all-in-one digital companion that gives divers instant access to training, certifications, tools, and even career opportunities. Right from their smartphone or tablet.

The newly updated MySSI app is the most powerful and comprehensive tool for divers today. This free, all-in-one application gives you everything you need for scuba diving, freediving, extended range, and mermaiding—all in one place!

Why Download the MySSI App?

Access Your Training Anywhere, Anytime

The moment you register for your SSI course with Ocean Tribe, you’ll get immediate access to your digital learning materials through the MySSI app. That means you can begin your dive theory from the comfort of your hotel room, at home, or on the go—no bulky books or scheduling delays.

The app includes interactive lessons, review quizzes, and high-quality videos to support your understanding. Course paperwork is completed digitally and submitted through the app, making the entire process fast and paper-free.

You’ll also find real-time course updates, your digital certification card, and any recognition ratings (like Specialty Diver or Master Diver) you’ve earned—all synced to your profile and stored safely in one place.

Access Your Digital Logbook Anywhere

The MySSI logbook isn’t just a place to list dive dates and depths. It allows you to track your progress with advanced features, including dive site names, instructors, buddies, dive conditions, gear used, and even underwater photos. You can log dives manually or have them verified by your Ocean Tribe instructor directly through the app.

The more you dive, the more you unlock. Your digital logbook also keeps count toward your SSI Diver Diamond awards, visible on your profile and recognized worldwide.

Easily Track Your Wildlife Sightings with MySSI!

Running out of space on your dive log? The MySSI digital logbook makes recording marine life effortless.

  • Quick & Easy Logging – No more scribbling in tiny spaces.
  • Extensive Marine Life List – Browse and select species from MyDiveGuide’s database.
  • Accurate Dive Records – Keep a detailed wildlife log for every dive.
  • Enhance Your Experience – Track sightings and learn more about marine life

Connect with Dive Buddies

One of the most exciting features of the MySSI app is the ability to connect with fellow divers. You can add your instructors, guides, and dive buddies, share dive experiences, and see who’s diving where. It’s a great way to stay in touch after your course and build a community of like-minded divers around the world.

Find SSI Training Centers Worldwide

Whether you’re traveling to Thailand, Egypt, Mexico—or just around the corner from Diani Beach—the MySSI app lets you search for SSI training centers and instructors anywhere in the world. Filter by location, training level, languages spoken, or even by specialties offered. You can message centers directly, making planning your next dive trip or course easier than ever.

Discover Local Dive Events

Never miss a dive opportunity again. The app’s events section helps you stay informed about upcoming training sessions, fun dives, dive trips, marine cleanups, and special events hosted by centers like Ocean Tribe. If we’re running a reef survey dive, Nitrox course, or dive-and-safari combo, you’ll be the first to know—right inside the app.

Explore Dive Sites Before You Arrive

Thinking about diving in a new location? The app’s dive site search tool helps you discover local reefs, wrecks, and marine parks. See real reviews, photos, depth ranges, and marine life sightings before you even board the boat. It’s a handy way to plan your next underwater adventure with confidence.

Enjoy Seamless Learning

Everything you need to learn is built into the MySSI platform. You’ll never lose your materials or need to restart progress. From Open Water Diver to Instructor Trainer, you can access digital manuals, slates, review materials, and certification updates instantly. The app syncs across devices, so you can start reading on your phone and continue on a tablet or desktop.

Tools for Professionals Too

If you’re a dive pro or working your way up through Ocean Tribe’s internship programs, the app becomes even more valuable. Instructors and Divemasters can access course teaching materials, student management tools, rescue and dive planning slates, and use the global SSI Pro Job Board to look for work opportunities around the world.

It’s All Free with Your SSI Profile

The best part? All of this is included free when you register with Ocean Tribe for your SSI course. Your MySSI profile is yours for life and travels with you wherever you go.

I’ve Got My PADI Open Water Certification. What Next?

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So I’ve “got my PADI”. I am a PADI Open Water Diver. I am now qualified to dive to 18m or shallower with a buddy in conditions similar or better than those I was trained in anywhere in the world. Should I stop there? Or what options are open to me now I’ve “got my PADI”?

Get Some Dives Logged

You became a PADI Open Water Diver because you want to experience the underwater world. Now you should not just leave this to only diving once a year on vacation. 

There are so many diving options available to you that you should try and get as many experience dives as possible. You get better at things by practicing them. 

So find out what is available to you in your local area to go diving. For example: East African residents are entitled to join the Ocean Tribe Dive Club where they can log as many dives as possible over the year.

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Take PADI Continuing Education Courses

Do you want to extend the range of where you can dive or learn further diving skills?

The PADI Open Water Diver certification restricts you to depths of 18m or shallower. You also learn basic navigation on the PADI Open Water Diver Course. 

To extend your range and improve your navigation, you should consider taking the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course.

On this course in addition to the deep and navigation dives you can also do adventure dives that interest you. 

For example: Wreck diving, underwater photography, search and recovery diving, peak performance buoyancy and many more.

As well as increasing your depth limit to 30m, the PADI Advanced Open Water course adventure dives can be counted as the first dive of the corresponding specialty diver course. So you could then move directly into PADI Specialty Diver courses that interest you.

Want to increase your range to the creational limit of 40m? Complete the PADI Deep Diver course. It’s just an example but there are so many options available to you and you can take a step forward in the PADI Master Scuba Diver Challenge..

dive against debris

Get Involved in Environmental Activities

As divers we have a duty to protect what we dive to see and love. The ocean has so many threats and we as divers can make a difference. 

You can join activities such as beach and underwater clean-ups (every first Saturday of the month at Ocean Tribe) and environmental ocean monitoring programs. 

You can increase your education on the subject by taking AWARE specialty diver courses such as AWARE Coral Reef ConservationProject AWARE, AWARE Dive Against Debris and AWARE Fish ID specialties.

Above all you can talk to people about protecting the reef, practice safe diving practices and be environmentally aware. We want to keep our waters as healthy as possible.

Own your own scuba diving equipment

Invest in Your Own Set of Scuba Diving Equipment

I’ve got my PADI. The rental equipment seemed ok. Why do I need to buy my own set of diving equipment?

Having your own set of scuba equipment is the same as having equipment for any pastime you enjoy. 

Your own equipment is set up to suit you, in precise sizing and diving style. 

Divers who have their own equipment enjoy their dives more and are more likely to dive often.

Remember that rental equipment is generic and has to fit and suit a massive range of divers. 

Your own dive equipment can be a lot more specific to you and your own style. 

BCD’s with integrated weight systems, balanced regulators, dive computers with more features, an exact fitting wetsuit, your own mask and fins. The list is endless. 

You will enjoy your diving more with your own gear.

Ocean Tribe will be delighted to assist you in planning and purchasing your own personal scuba diving equipment, with recommendations based on budget and the type of diving you would like to do.

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Take a Dive Career Internship

Many of us have become so addicted to diving following our Open Water course that we have decided to make a career of it. But that can be very expensive doing each course one by one and paying for diving at the same time.

Ocean Tribe dive career internships to PADI Divemaster or PADI diving instructor levels package it all together. You make savings of literally thousands of dollars. 

Our dive career internships include:

  • All core PADI courses needed
  • A full set of your own personal scuba equipment
  • Unlimited diving during the internship (most interns leave with 100+ dives)
  • Dive club membership for a year.
  • Mentorship from some of the top PADI educators in the business.

Dive career internships can be started from any diver level, even beginner. They are a great way to advance to the pro levels and can be done over any time scale you pick.

There are a few answers to the question of “what should I do now I’ve got my PADI.” You have so many options. 

But the main thing is. Keep diving. Dive as much as you can. Become an active ambassador for the ocean we know and love. 

Don’t let it stagnate and leave yourself open to diving opportunities.

You have joined the most inclusive group of people we know. Take advantage. Happy diving!

PADI Women’s Dive Day 2024- Special Offers for Ladies on Dive Courses, Pro Training and Dive Trips

PADI Women's dive day

PADI Women’s Dive Day is coming up in a couple of months on Saturday 20th July 2024. For those ladies out there who are looking for an excuse for another adventure. Ocean Tribe has put together some offers for our female customers to celebrate the day.

Ladies. Come for a dive trip on PADI Women’s Dive Day

Want to take part in the dive trips on PADI Women’s Dive Day? Take advantage of the offer of $90/female certified diver for a 2-tank dive trip on the 20th of July 2024. This includes equipment, a dive guide, fruit, and snacks on the boat and is a 25% discount off the standard rate. PROMO Code WDD24DD

Following on from the diving you can take part in a PADI Women’s Dive Day lunch hosted by Flamboyant. This will be a set menu held in Flamboyant from 1:30 pm. Transport to Flamboyant from Ocean Tribe will be provided.

PADI Women’s Dive Day 2024 Special PADI Course Booking Offers

Are you new to diving? Start your PADI Open Water Diver Course so that it is running over the 20th of July 2024 and get 15% off the cost of the course including materials. Haven’t got the time for the PADI Open Water course but still want to take part? Then how about the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program and receive the same discount? PROMO Code WDD24OW

Actually, scratch that. Start ANY PADI dive course so that part of the course takes place on PADI Women’s Dive Day and get 15% off that course price. Build your confidence with a PADI Advanced Open Water Course, or Rescue Diver certification. PROMO Code WDD24PC

Extend your range and become a PADI Deep Diver. Learn to explore history underwater with the PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course. We have so many courses available and all will be on the special offer for that day for you girls! You can celebrate your achievements with other incredible women at events around the world.

If you are unable to make the actual PADI Women’s Dive Day at Ocean Tribe for a course then we still have an offer for you. If you book a recreational PADI dive course between 10th-20th July 2024 then you will get 10% off and can start it on ANY date in 2024. PROMO Code WDD24CC

We will even extend the Women’s Dive Day offer to an event that isn’t even happening at that time but will occur a month after. Ladies, if you book the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) for August before the 20th of July 2024, you can get 10% off the course price (not including PADI materials and fees). The IDC offers for our PADI IDC starting on the 18th of August 2024, also include a FREE 3 Day/2 Night wildlife safari following the Instructor Exam, 7 specialty instructor courses, and more. A great IDC to take part in and begin your journey to PADI Instructor! PROMO Code WDD24DDIDC

Diani Dive and Stay Packages- Low Season Special Offers

Diani dive and stay offers and packages

We are delighted to announce a number of dive and stay packages in conjunction with partner hotels here in Diani Beach. Packages below include dive courses and stays, and dive trips and stays. The dive and stay packages have been carefully arranged to enable you to get the most out of your time in Diani and experience the diving.

All inclusive dive and stay packages are available at Baobab Beach Resort and Spa. Literally everything you need is sorted for you during your stay in these packages.

For those who want a little more flexibility then half-board dive and stay package rates are available at Leopard Beach Resort & Spa. There are additionally full board and all-inlusive package rates which you should contact Ocean Tribe about to find out more.

For full flexibility in a beautiful boutique hotel, we have arranged a bed and breakfast dive and stay package option with Flamboyant Hotel.

All hotels are a short drive from Ocean Tribe and transfers are included.

The below package rates are available for bookings up the the 14th July 2024. Take advantage of low season special offers and book your dive and stay package today.

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Diani Dive & Stay Packages

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Kids Scuba Diving Camps to Be Held Over The Summer Holidays in Diani

kids scuba diving camp

The Ocean Tribe Kids Scuba Diving Camp scheme will be launched this summer (July) to encourage under 18s to become scuba divers and the reef guardians of tomorrow. There will be beginners and advanced programs, which will include a dive course(s) and some fun dives to get dive experience.

Why Should Under 18’s Participate in A Kids Scuba Diving Camp?

Scuba diving provides kids with the opportunity to learn life long certifications with friends and family in a safe, team environment. Our scuba diving mantra is that we provide an inclusive sport that allows boys and girls with varying sporting abilities, interests and passions to apply them to the underwater world. Given a small amount of patience, we are constantly astounded by the enthusiasm and personal development by our students on a weekly basis for all course levels.

Ocean Tribe’s philosophy is to ensure that our younger divers really comprehend the importance of the underwater world to the well-being of the planet. Every course has been designed to challenge divers to know the most up-to-date trends in marine conservation and dive physiology and how these in turn can have an effect on protecting endangered species and reef-dependent communities.

Life Enriching Benefits

  • Dive with friends – Scuba diving is a social activity that pupils can share with friends and build lasting friendships upon.
  • Dive with family – Scuba diving is an activity that can be shared by all family members.
  • Become part of a different type of sports team

Educational Benefits

  • Learning new skills that students can use for GCSE/A-level coursework- Pupils taking part in advanced courses and specialties can use their understanding of the underwater world to help them relate better to their curricular activities.
  • Diving into your GCSE/A-levels- Divers can use their underwater experiences for biology, physics, art & photography coursework and/or foundation years.
  • Scuba diving for Duke of Edinburgh- Completing the various levels of dive courses from Open Water to Divemaster, pupils can attain module completion in Bronze, Silver & Gold D of E levels as a skill or sport.
  • Curriculum Vitae, UCAS Personal Statement- School leavers completing advanced courses can showcase their experiences with us to help them seek further education and employment opportunities.
  • NVQ-level professional dive qualifications at school- Divers can complete PADI professional Divemaster Levels during their last year of school/GAP Year and assist with junior levels.
  • CAS for International Baccalaureate- Divers can earn towards the creative, action and service towards their IB through various diving projects
  • Volunteer & Enrichment Opportunities- divers can work with Ocean Tribe for charity events and voluntary work benefiting local communities.

 

What are the Different Kids Scuba Diving Camp Levels?

29th July-1st August –Open Water Diver Camp – PADI Open Water Course (or Jnr for 10-15 year olds) and 2 fun dives- Open to 10+
29th July-1st August- Advanced Open Water Diver Camp – PADI Advanced Open Water Course (or Jnr for 12-15 year olds) and 3 fun dives – Open to Open Water (Jnr too 12+) and above.
29th July- 1st August- Rescue Diver Camp– EFR CPR & First Aid Course, PADI Rescue Diver course (or Jnr for 12-15 year olds) and 2 fun dives – Open to Advanced Open Water (Jnr too) and above.
29th July- 1st August- Master Scuba Diver Boot Camp– PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Course, PADI Digital Underwater Photography Course, AWARE Coral Reef Conservation Course (Dry), PADI Search and Recovery Course and PADI Enriched Air Diver Course (Dry)- Open to Advanced Open Water (Jnr too) and above.

How Much Does it Cost?

Open Water Diver Camp – $685
Advanced Open Water Diver Camp – $599
Rescue Diver Camp– $685
Master Scuba Diver Boot Camp– $999

Is Accommodation Provided and Do The Kids have to Complete the Course in the Allotted Time?

We can arrange accommodation if needed, however appreciate that many families will be travelling as part of a holiday so it is not directly included.

There is not a requirement to complete the whole thing in the time given, the days can be split up if extra time is required but most prefer to do it alongside their contemporaries in an organised timeline.

How Do We Book?

Contact Ocean Tribe Via Email or WhatsApp and we can get kids and families booked in, as well as answer any queries you might have.

Dive Instructor and Divemaster Internships for GAP Year, Career Breaks and Career Changes

Dive Internships in Kenya

The Divemaster internships and instructor internships at Ocean Tribe are a great way for you to progress to the professional diver levels. Packing both experience dives, PADI courses, working in a busy dive centre with different customer levels and dive conditions, they provide a great grounding for you to set out on a dive career.

Who Can Do the Divemaster Internships or Instructor Packages?

The internships to PADI Divemaster and PADI Instructor levels are open to anyone over the age of 18. Groups who they might be of particular interest to include people on a GAP year, military resettlement and training, career breaks or career changes. Or even if you just want a great way to advance down the diving levels on an extended holiday.

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What Level do I have to be to start a Divemaster Internship?

The divemaster internships and even the instructor internships can be started from any diver level. Yes even if you are a total beginner we have a package to suit you!

What do the Dive Internships Include?

  • All core PADI Courses and Materials to PADI Divemaster or PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
  • Unlimited Diving during your internship period. Most interns leave with 100-150 dives
  • A full brand new set of Oceanic Dive Equipment to Teach
  • Extra specialty diver courses/ specialty instructor courses  to make you more rounded diver

What are the Dive Internship Pricing Options?

PADI Divemaster Internships

PADI Instructor Internships

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August IDC in Kenya- Get a Free Wildlife Safari With Your IDC Package

PADI IDC Package with free wildlife safari

We are excited to announce that with bookings for the August IDC in Kenya at Ocean Tribe, you will get a free wildlife safari following the IDC. We realise that if you are coming to Kenya and spending all this money to become a PADI Instructor, then you should also be able to see some of Kenya’s fantastic wildlife.

What is the Free Wildlife Safari included in the PADI IDC Package?

Starting the day after the PADI Instructor exam, the free wildlife safari is a 3 day / 2 night adventure. You will travel in 4×4 vehicles from Diani to Ngutuni Lodge and Game Sanctuary.

Ngutuni Lodge is surrounded on 3 sides by Tsavo East National park and set against the spectacular backdrop of the Sagala Hills.

The game sanctuary plays host to a vast array of the Tsavo African wildlife. As well as going out on game drives around the park, the lodge is situated right on its own waterhole, which can be viewed while enjoying drinks and meals on the viewing gallery, or even right from your bed in your lodge room.

Regular visitors to the waterhole include the famous Tsavo short maned lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, waterbucks, warthogs, and over 500 species of birds. Rooms are equipped with a double and a single bed and all have en-suite bathrooms, giving you a great place to relax after your safari encounters.

All meals are on a full board basis and the buffet-style food is pretty delicious, with breakfast and 3 courses for lunch and 4 courses for dinner consisting of salad, soup, main dish & dessert made up of all locally sourced fresh ingredients.

For further recreation there is a bar and swimming pool on site in the lodge.

The free wildlife safari is an awesome way to reward yourself for all the hard work that you have put into the PADI IDC after a couple of weeks on the course. All going to plan, you will be celebrating your new gained status of PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor.

What is Included in the PADI IDC Package?

What an IDC package, which includes everything you need to successfully become a PADI Instructor.

This includes the IDC and EFR Instructor courses from Mark our Award-Winning PADI Course Director.

All PADI materials are included in the IDC package as well as the PADI Instructor Exam and application fess (unless you would like to leave these until later to pay yourself to PADI).

You will also get access to our online IDC classroom and resource centre which includes training aids, practice exams, example videos and presentations and more.

Not content with just that we have included directly in the IDC, the PADI O2 Provider specialty and your choice of 5 more following the IDC on the PADI Specialty Instructor training program (This would be held on return from safari).

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How to Become a Certified Scuba Diver

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How Do I Become a Certified Scuba Diver?

If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring the ocean, scuba diving is the perfect way to do it. But before you can dive into the deep blue, you need to get certified. So, how do you become a certified scuba diver?

It all starts with choosing a recognized scuba training agency. Two of the most popular are Scuba Schools International (SSI) and PADI. Both offer globally accepted certifications, so you can dive anywhere in the world. Once you’ve picked your agency and a reputable dive center, the real adventure begins.

Your first step is the Open Water Diver course. This is the full entry-level certification that teaches you the core skills, safety procedures, and dive planning techniques. It includes online or classroom theory, confined water training, and four open water dives. Once you’ve passed the course, you’re certified to dive independently with a buddy to depths of up to 18 meters (60 feet).

But what if you’re short on time, or not quite ready to commit? No problem. You don’t have to complete the full course all at once. If you’re curious and want to test the waters first, you can try a Try Scuba Diving experience—also known as Basic Diver with SSI. It lets you experience scuba in shallow water under direct instructor supervision. No prior experience needed.

There’s also the Scuba Diver course sub-rating, which covers part of the Open Water course. It qualifies you to dive to 12 meters with a professional. Later, you can complete the remaining sections and upgrade to full Open Water certification. These flexible options make it easy to learn at your own pace.

Once certified, the world truly opens up. From colorful reefs to historic wrecks, the ocean is full of life and adventure. And getting there is simpler than you think—with expert instruction, modern gear, and just a little time, you’ll be diving in no time.

Is Scuba Diving Safe? What Beginners Need to Know

Is scuba diving safe

Is Scuba Diving Safe? Here’s What You Need to Know

Scuba diving is one of the most exciting ways to explore the underwater world. It opens up a completely new environment filled with vibrant marine life, colorful coral reefs, and unforgettable adventures. But if you’re new to diving, it’s natural to wonder: is scuba diving safe?

The short answer is yes—scuba diving is safe when done properly. Like any sport or activity, there are risks. However, those risks are manageable with proper training, the right equipment, and a focus on safety. In fact, the diving industry has spent decades developing standards that keep divers safe across the globe.

Most scuba diving accidents are caused by human error, not equipment failure. That means the key to safe diving lies in education. When you take a course with a certified instructor from a reputable training agency like SSI or PADI, you learn everything you need to dive safely. You’ll discover how to control your buoyancy, check your gear, monitor your air supply, and plan your dives properly. These are simple habits that make a big difference underwater.

Dive instructors also teach you how to deal with common problems calmly and confidently. Whether it’s clearing a flooded mask or signaling your buddy, you’ll know what to do. That’s why beginners always dive under supervision at first. With practice, these skills become second nature.

Modern scuba gear is designed with safety in mind. Regulators deliver air smoothly. BC/BCDs help you control your position in the water. Dive computers track your depth and time to avoid staying down too long. All of this equipment, when maintained correctly, is incredibly reliable.

And let’s not forget—diving is a buddy sport. You’re never alone. Your dive buddy watches out for you, and you do the same for them. This system of teamwork adds another layer of safety every time you dive.

So, is scuba diving dangerous? Not if you follow your training, respect your limits, and dive responsibly. Like driving a car or hiking in the mountains, scuba diving carries risk—but it’s a risk you can control. With the right approach, diving is not only safe, it’s one of the most life-changing experiences you can have.

Whether you’re dreaming of coral gardens, shipwrecks, or gentle sea turtles, the underwater world is waiting. And yes—you can explore it safely.

All Dive Customers Earn Credit Towards Free Diving Trips, Courses and Equipment

Tribe Treasure - Free diving reward program

Ever wanted to get free diving stuff for all the money you spend on scuba diving? Ocean Tribe is delighted to announce our member loyalty program Tribe Treasure. All Ocean Tribe customers who make bookings and purchases will earn reward credit which can be redeemed for free dive trips, dive course discounts, and apparel from our dive shop.

Regular Ocean Tribe customers can even rise up the tiers for further rewards and benefits. This is separate from the Ocean Tribe Dive Club for East African residents and every Ocean Tribe customer is automatically joined as a Bronze member earning as you buy and taking steps toward free dive trips.

The credit is called Tribe Doubloons and these are automatically added to the credit of the person making the purchase. If you wish every person in your booking to received their credit then you should separate out the bookings.

Tribe Treasure Tier Levels

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[ultimate_info_table design_style=”design02″ color_scheme=”gray” package_heading=”Silver”]15,000 Doubloons Earned[/ultimate_info_table]
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Earning Doubloons

Doubloons earned per $ Spent
BronzeSilverGoldPlatinum
Book a dive trip20253035
Buy a Product10203040
Leave a review1000100010001000
Take a PADI Course10152025
Refer a friend2000200020002000

Tribe Rewards Terms and Conditions

  • While no purchase is necessary to join the Tribe Rewards program, purchases are required to earn Doubloons.
  • Memberships that have no activity for 18 months or more (either by doubloons points or using doubloons) will be terminated and accrued doubloons will be forfeited. You can always sign up again, but your points will start over from zero.
  • You must have and maintain a valid email address in your Tribe Rewards Account for your program to remain active.
  • We reserve the right to revoke any doubloons or gift certificates issued from points, at any time, without notice, for any reason.
  • To earn doubloons in-store, members must present their membership number at the time of purchase.
  • Tribe Rewards doubloons have no cash value.
  • Doubloons will not be awarded for purchases made before enrollment.
  • Doubloons are not awarded for shipping or tax charges.
  • Doubloons are awarded after any discounts used on gear/services purchased with coupons or other means.

Program Termination

Enrollment in the Tribe Rewards Program is for 1 year from the date of enrollment. If the program is terminated, the remaining point balances will be forfeited at the time of termination.

The program sponsor, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to change the program rules, terms and conditions, and limitations, or to cancel the program entirely at any time without prior notification.

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