SSI Open Water Referral Course in Goa

  • SSI Certified
  • 1 + 1 Days
  • Pool training
₹14,850per person, GST extra
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Duration
1 + 1 Days
Max depth
Pool training
Certification
SSI
Category
Course

Highlights

  • Classroom theory from home
  • Pool training day in Goa
  • Free lunch at Novotel
  • Finish ocean dives anywhere worldwide
  • Book with ₹5,000

SSI Open Water Referral — Theory at Home, Pool Day in Goa

Duration
1 + 1 Days
Training
Theory + Pool
Cert
SSI Open Water Referral
Venue
Novotel, Candolim

A flexible 1 + 1 day path to your SSI Open Water certification. You complete the classroom theory from home, then join us for one pool-training day in Goa at the Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim. Your open water dives are completed afterwards — with us in Goa or at any SSI dive centre worldwide.

Getting your academics done before you travel means no classroom days eating into your holiday. FlyingFish provides your SSI instructor, all pool equipment and a free lunch on your training day, processes your referral, and issues your internationally-recognised digital records.

Please note: the ocean training dives are not part of this package — this is your classroom theory + pool referral. Complete your 4 open water dives afterwards, with us at Grandé Island or any SSI centre worldwide. Pay ₹5,000 now to book; the balance and GST are payable at the dive centre.

Your 1 + 1 Day Course

Two parts: your classroom theory done from home, then one focused pool-training day with us in Goa.

Day 1 — Classroom Theory (at home)Work through the SSI Open Water classroom academics from home using SSI Digital Learning — how scuba systems work, pressure and breathing, underwater communication, dive planning and safety procedures, finishing with the knowledge reviews. Done before you arrive in Goa.
Day 2 — Pool Training Day in GoaMeet at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim for your confined-water session. With an SSI instructor you practise 25+ essential scuba skills in the pool — comfortable breathing underwater, mask clearing, regulator recovery, buoyancy control, controlled ascents and descents, and emergency procedures — plus a skills review. Free lunch at Novotel included.
By the end of your pool day your academics and confined-water skills are complete and signed off — all that’s left is your open water dives, which you can do with us or anywhere in the world.

Prerequisites

Basic swimming ability and comfort in water
Medically fit to dive (we provide a short medical questionnaire)
Age 10 or older
No prior diving experience needed — we teach you everything
Not sure if diving is for you? The referral day is the perfect low-pressure way to learn the skills in a pool before committing to ocean dives. Message us on WhatsApp if you have any questions.

Your Ocean Dives — the Next Step

Your referral covers the theory and pool training. The final step to full SSI Open Water Diver certification is 4 open water dives — and because your referral is recognised worldwide, you can complete them whenever and wherever you like:

Complete them with us at Grandé Island, Goa — 30 minutes by boat from Candolim
Or at any SSI dive centre worldwide — the Maldives, Thailand, the Red Sea, Bali and beyond

When you dive with us at Grandé Island you’ll train on gentle reefs rich with marine life — moray eels, blue-spotted stingrays, parrotfish and groupers — across 4 dives to a maximum of 18m. Ask us for current ocean-dive pricing and dates when you book your referral.

The 4 ocean dives are booked separately from this referral package. We’ll help you plan them on your training day.

What Is Included

SSI Open Water Digital Learning / classroom theory materials
Confined-water pool training day at Novotel, Candolim
Free lunch at Novotel on your training day
All pool scuba equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins)
SSI-certified instructor
SSI referral paperwork + internationally-recognised digital records
Lifetime certification validity

Not Included

  • The 4 open water ocean dives (completed later, booked separately)
  • Accommodation
  • Travel to Goa
  • Personal expenses
Booking & payment: Pay a ₹5,000 booking amount now to reserve your training day, with no GST on it. The balance and GST are payable at the dive centre in Goa. Total course fee ₹14,850 + GST.

After Your Referral

With your theory and pool training complete, you’re cleared to finish your 4 open water dives — with us at Grandé Island or at any SSI centre in the world. Once those dives are done you’ll hold the full SSI Open Water Diver certification.

SSI Open Water Diver certification — recognised worldwide
Qualified to dive independently to 18m
Certification valid for life
Your training records stored digitally in your MySSI account

Why take your course with FlyingFish in Goa

Here's what actually sets us apart, minus the sales talk.

ScubaPro Equipment — Maintained on Schedule

Pro-grade gear serviced every 100 dives or 6 months, not when it fails. MK25/S620 regulator, Hydros Pro BCD, Aladin Sport dive computer. You train on the same equipment working instructors use.

Maximum 4:1 Diver-to-Instructor Ratio

Your instructor knows where you are underwater at all times. No crowded groups. If a skill needs more practice, you get the time — not the time left over after 8 other students.

Both SSI and PADI Certifications at One Centre

We teach both agencies at the same location. You choose which certification fits your future dive plans. We give you honest advice, not a push toward whichever we sell more of.

Professional Base at 5-Star Novotel Candolim

Proper briefing rooms, clean equipment rinsing stations, structured course schedule. The difference between a dive school and a beach shack matters when you are doing a multi-day certification course.

Referral Students Get the Same Instructor Attention as Full-Course Students

We do not treat referral students as second-tier bookings. Your 4 certification dives are conducted at the same 4:1 ratio, with the same ScubaPro equipment, from the same Novotel base. The only difference is that your theory and pool work were done elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. This package covers your SSI Open Water academic theory and pool training in one day at Novotel. The 4 open water ocean dives are the next step and are booked separately — you can do them with us at Grandé Island or at any SSI dive centre worldwide.

Anywhere. Your SSI referral is internationally recognised, so you can finish your 4 ocean dives with us in Goa or at any SSI centre in the Maldives, Thailand, Red Sea, Bali, or on a liveaboard. Your digital records travel with you.

A ₹5,000 booking amount online reserves your training day, with no GST on it. The balance and GST are payable at the dive centre in Goa. The total course fee is ₹14,850 + GST.

You need basic swimming ability and to be comfortable in water — no prior diving experience is required. The pool session teaches you every skill step by step in calm, shallow water.

Day 1 is your SSI classroom theory, completed from home via SSI Digital Learning. Day 2 is your pool-training day in Goa at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim — your confined-water skills session with a free lunch included. Your ocean dives are the next step and are completed separately, with us or anywhere worldwide.

SSI referrals are typically valid for 12 months, giving you plenty of time to complete your ocean dives. If it lapses, contact us — we can usually update your status directly with SSI.
What Our Divers Say

Real Reviews from Real Divers

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Professional staff with all safety measures and excellent service and support...!!
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Best scuba school in goa highly recommended! My wife and I had an amazing experience with Flying Fish Scuba School and instructor Sunny. Despite her never having been in a swimming pool, my wife completed her dive course successfully thanks to their incredible support and professionalism. If you want quality instruction and genuine care—not scams—this is the place. 100% worth it!
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Had a great experience.
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It was priceless movement...i must recommend this as they are very professional....i was scared before start but dinesh the instructor he make me very comfortable and then i came back for and turn ....it was grt grt time i spent at the sea bed ....and really thanks amitab sir i really appreciate for last min call for second time...and u accepted....lots of love....
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you are looking for scuba diving in Goa, you’ve likely noticed dozens of operators offering "5-in-1" water sports combos at low prices. As a tourist, I was skeptical of these "scammy" setups. I decided to go with FlyingFish Scuba School (based at the Novotel Resort) based on the review It was definitely the right call and I can easily say it's the BEST scuba diving experience in Goa. ​The Training & Team The experience started with a thorough pool session, which was incredibly helpful for getting comfortable with the gear and breathing techniques before heading into open water. A huge shoutout to Mr. Dinesh and Ms. Maitri, they were phenomenal. Both were professional, friendly, and reliable, which is exactly what you want when you’re 10-12 meters underwater. ​The Dive (Scuba 40) I opted for the 40-minute dive. The marine life was beautiful; I saw a variety of fish and healthy coral reefs. They also provided video footage from an action camera, which was a great bonus. Note on visibility: While the shipwreck is a major draw, we couldn't see it during my session due to visibility issues. It’s worth keeping in mind that nature doesn't always cooperate, but the rest of the dive more than made up for it. ​Facilities & Logistics The logistics were handled very well: ​Changing Rooms: Clean and accessible facilities to change out of wet clothes both after the pool session and after returning from the jetty. ​Refreshments: Proper snacks were provided, which were much appreciated after the energy-intensive dive. ​Safety: The 1:1 instructor-to-student ratio during the dive made the whole experience feel very secure. ​Verdict If you want a "real" diving experience rather than a rushed tourist activity, this is a solid choice. It felt safe, organized, and honest. FlyingFish scuba surely made th diving experience memorable!
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Really great experience, Unique concept of 40 plus 40 min dives, Very good dive sites and the whole team is so good and helpful...A big thank you to Anirudh and Dinesh Bhai, enjoyed a lot and will come back for the course...And Thank you Amitabh Sir too...
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Highly recommend! Dive master was super knowledgeable and professional. Took good care of us. Thank you
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Best experience we ever had
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- Did an Open Water DiverScuba course with flying fish scuba in goa. This course stands out because at the same course price across India you get 4+2 speciality course dives, which can hugely improve your performance. As there base is at novotel candolim, you get better convenience if you decide to stay at the resort. - Our instructor was Anirudh. He was amazing, supportive and clarified all our doubts. You can trust him and his experience. You will learn a lot over the duration of course. - Dive sites are amazing both the wreck and coral colony. Happy Diving!
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First scuba experience It was my first diving experience. I chose flying fish scuba school and was very happy to have chosen this center. They guided me properly. I had an amazing dive and a great experience.
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Scuba Very good experience to much friendly staff members they help you
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40+40 scuba diving It’s spell bounding experience, I can’t express my happiness. I took 40+40 min long scuba diving . That was intensive and tedious though. I was very eager to see corals and under water 🗺️ world. My instructor Dinesh who truly genuine, with lot of patience listened to me because I was very very anxious once dived into sea!!! I almost gave up, but I asked him 5 mins and repeated the same pool training, eventually I made it😍❣️!! I dived deep equalising my ears often as I have sinusitis problem that caused sharp pain in my ears. My instructor was really helpful and cooperative. Thank you flyingfish scuba for making my dive easier and possible 🪸💖💙
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Scuba Nitrox Great experience with Ashish & Dinesh! Will come back here next time as well!
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Scuba Staff members are excellent!
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Scuba Ashish was an excellent scuba diving trainer and made the whole experience very comfortable. He explained everything clearly and was very patient, especially with beginners. I felt completely safe and confident under his guidance. His calm nature and professionalism made the dive even more enjoyable. Highly recommend Ashish to anyone trying scuba diving for the first time!
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Scuba Excellent experience with team of the Novotel 👍
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Scuba diving Best service provider best experience of life very well trained and professional staff
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Scuba diving Very good experience and had a nice time
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Scuba It was fun and comfortable around them first scuba diving totally worth each penny

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SSI Open Water Referral Course in Goa