Diving in Tossa de Mar: Start Your Official Certification

Your first dive counts toward a real certification, not just a taste of it.

Diving in Tossa de Mar that counts toward official SSI certification, starting with three hours of theory, equipment training and your first guided dive with a certified instructor. You pay only for this first session and continue whenever you want to finish the course. Small groups mean personalized attention throughout.

The experience

What separates this from a one-off intro dive is that you're enrolled in an actual course from day one. You'll spend the first part on land learning the theory and how to use the gear, then practice essential safety skills before entering the water. The certified instructor walks you through every step (breathing underwater, hand signals, moving in a new environment), so you feel ready before anything happens. The whole thing takes about three hours and happens in Tossa de Mar, a beginner-friendly spot on the Catalan coast.

You only pay for this first session. If you like it, you come back and finish the remaining dives at your own pace to earn your Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver certification, recognized by SSI worldwide. The groups stay small, so the instructor can watch you closely and adjust the pace to how you're doing. All the equipment, teaching materials, diving insurance and liability coverage are included. You just bring a swimsuit and towel.

Before you book, know that you'll need to fill out a medical statement. Diving isn't recommended if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, have heart or lung issues, or have had surgery in the last year. Problems with your eyes, ears, sinuses or breathing also matter. You need at least moderate fitness, and you can't fly within 12 hours before the dive. Children are welcome from age 10.

What’s included

• Use of all scuba equipment.
• teaching materials and course enrollment.
• diving insurance and liability coverage.
• theoretical instruction and in-water training with a certified instructor.
• your first guided dive in Tossa de Mar.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 and 16:00Last departure this season: 13 Dec

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AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (15 to 17 years) · Child (10 to 14 years) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 6

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Tossasub Diving Center

Is this one for you?The instruction is delivered in English and suited to complete beginners with no diving experience. If you speak another language, confirm it with the operator before booking.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years); Child (10 to 14 years). Under 10: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I finish my certification after this first dive, or do I have to do it all at once?

You complete only this first session now and pay just for it. When you're ready to continue, you come back and finish the remaining dives to get your full certification. There's no time pressure or commitment to do it all together.

What's included in the three hours, and what do I need to bring?

The three hours cover theory, equipment training, safety practice and your first guided dive in the sea. All diving gear, teaching materials, insurance and liability are included. You bring your own swimsuit and towel.

Is Tossa de Mar a good place to learn diving if I've never done it before?

Tossa de Mar is specifically chosen for beginners because the water and conditions are calm and manageable. The small groups and personalized instruction from a certified guide make it safe and relaxed for your first time underwater.

What medical conditions would stop me from diving?

You'll need to complete a medical statement before the dive. Diving is not recommended if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, have heart or lung problems, eye or ear issues, sinus problems, or have had surgery in the last 12 months. You also can't fly within 12 hours before diving.