{"id":40546,"date":"2026-08-24T21:38:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T14:38:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thediversboat.com\/?p=40546"},"modified":"2026-08-24T21:38:57","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T14:38:57","slug":"learn-to-dive-at-koh-tao-ssi-courses-in-english","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediversboat.com\/en\/learn-to-dive-at-koh-tao-ssi-courses-in-english\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn to Dive at Koh Tao \u2014 SSI Courses in English"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Koh Tao is nicknamed “the island of divers” for a reason. And you don’t need to speak French to learn to dive here with us. The Divers Boat is an SSI dive center that teaches in English<\/strong>, in small groups, on a dedicated training boat. Daily meals are included too. Here’s what it looks like.<\/p>\n

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2 days<\/div>\n
Open Water, start to finish<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Max 4<\/div>\n
Divers per instructor<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Since 2016<\/div>\n
SSI center at Mae Haad<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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No low season<\/div>\n
Diving year-round<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Why learn to dive at Koh Tao with us?<\/h2>\n

Small groups, real attention<\/h3>\n

Most dive centers on Koh Tao train large groups on a shared boat. We do things differently. Our white boat is dedicated entirely to training<\/strong> \u2014 no mixing with fun-dive groups, no rushed schedule. Every course is also capped at 4 divers per instructor. That means real attention, both in the water and out of it.<\/p>\n

A faster course, without shortcuts<\/h3>\n

Our Open Water course runs in 2 days<\/strong><\/a> instead of the usual 3. It’s a rare option on the island. We still don’t cut corners on the required dives or skills \u2014 you complete every session. On top of that, a hot lunch, fruit, snacks, tea and coffee are included every day you’re on the boat.<\/p>\n

A bilingual, unhurried team<\/h3>\n

Our instructors teach in English as well as French. So whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or with a French-speaking group, you’re covered. In addition, our departures are staggered. As a result, you often reach dive sites right after the crowd has left, so the water is calmer and the reef gets less pressure.<\/p>\n

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Learn to dive Koh Tao: courses at a glance<\/h2>\n

Whether you’ve never breathed underwater or you’re ready to go further, here’s where to start when you learn to dive Koh Tao with our SSI center.<\/p>\n

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\ud83e\udd3f Try Scuba<\/div>\n
No certification needed \u00b7 from age 10
1 to 3 dives, from 2,500 THB
See the Try Scuba course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83c\udf93 Open Water<\/div>\n
Your first certification \u00b7 2 days
Dive to 18m worldwide, 11,000 THB
See the Open Water course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udcc8 Advanced Open Water<\/div>\n
Next step after Open Water
5 adventure dives, 10,000 THB
See the Advanced course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udd17 Open Water + Advanced<\/div>\n
Both certifications, combined
Save on the pair, 20,000 THB
Browse all courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Here’s what most people ask before they learn to dive at Koh Tao with us.<\/p>\n

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Do I need any diving experience to start?<\/p>\n

No. Open Water is an entry-level certification \u2014 you can start with zero experience. You need to be at least 10 years old and comfortable swimming 200 meters.<\/p>\n

Is the course really taught in English?<\/p>\n

Yes. Our instructors teach in English as well as French \u2014 briefings, theory sessions and in-water instruction are all available in English.<\/p>\n

How can the Open Water course be only 2 days?<\/p>\n

You complete the theory online before arriving. That way, your time on the boat is focused on confined-water practice and your 4 open-water dives. It’s the same requirements as a standard 3-day course \u2014 just organized more efficiently.<\/p>\n

Is a meal included during the course?<\/p>\n

Yes, a hot lunch plus fruit, snacks, tea and coffee are included on every training day.<\/p>\n

What SSI certification will I hold afterwards?<\/p>\n

An SSI Open Water Diver certification, recognized worldwide, letting you dive to 18 meters with a buddy without an instructor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Ready to learn to dive at Koh Tao?<\/div>\n

Small groups, English-speaking instructors, meals included every day.<\/p>\n

See the Open Water course<\/a>
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