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SSI Extended Range Foundations course in Hurghada
Workshop-style introduction to technical diving equipment, trim, propulsion and team procedures. At 71 Guardians in Hurghada, the SSI Extended Range Foundations course usually takes 2–3 days. Prerequisites: Usually experienced certified diver. Age: Typically 18+ for technical-level training. Course price from €425 per person, with inclusions confirmed on booking.
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What is the SSI Extended Range Foundations course?
Workshop-style introduction to technical diving equipment, trim, propulsion and team procedures.
XR foundation skill development.
Who can take SSI Extended Range Foundations?
Usually experienced certified diver; specific prerequisite and minimum-age requirements are programme-specific.
Age: Typically 18+ for technical-level training.
Medical: Enhanced medical/fitness screening, stable buoyancy and technical equipment comfort.
How does SSI Extended Range Foundations run, day by day?
SSI Extended Range Foundations usually takes usually 2–3 days.
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Day 1
Theory and gas planning
Decompression theory, gas consumption and the dive plans you'll use, plus configuring and trimming your kit.
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Day 2
Skills day
Shallow-water drills until they are smooth: valve shutdowns, gas sharing, switches and SMB deployment.
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Training dives
Building to your course's depth limit
Progressive dives from our day boats with deco support on board — each one planned, briefed and debriefed.
- Hover motionless in trim — the base of all tec diving
- Valve shutdowns and long-hose gas donation
- Team drills and an SMB from mid-water
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Final day
Debrief and certification
Review your dive logs and plans, then your certification is processed.
Extended-range and deco dives run on the same day boats as our recreational trips. The plan adapts to your progress and the sea.
How deep will you dive?
No universal certified depth; training and any resulting qualification follow exact SSI XR programme.
How much does SSI Extended Range Foundations cost?
SSI Extended Range Foundations is from €425 per person. We confirm exactly what's included — equipment, boat, agency materials and certification fees — in writing before you pay a deposit.
What's included in SSI Extended Range Foundations?
- Training with a certified SSI technical instructor
- Course materials and certification processing
- Training dives from our day boats
- Deco support on board and gas blended to order in-house
- Hotel pickup and drop-off on dive days
Extras & add-ons
- Twinset and long-hose regulator rental Ask us
- Private, one-to-one instruction Ask us
We confirm everything included in writing before you pay a deposit.
What should I bring for SSI Extended Range Foundations?
- Your certification card (or e-card) and logbook
- Swimwear and a towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
- A warm layer for the boat — mornings at sea can be breezy
- Your own mask and computer, if you have them
- Your own technical kit, if you have it — or ask about rental
- A cutting device and a spare mask
SSI Extended Range Foundations — the questions we get most
How much is SSI Extended Range Foundations in Hurghada?
From €425 per person. Inclusions are confirmed in writing when you book.
What do I need before starting SSI Extended Range Foundations?
Usually experienced certified diver.
What's the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your start date. Weather or sea-condition cancellations are fully refunded or rebooked at no charge.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp with your preferred start date and current certification. We confirm your place and send a secure invoice; a deposit reserves it.
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Check dates for SSI Extended Range Foundations
Send us your details on WhatsApp — a real person on our team confirms availability and sends a secure invoice. Nothing is charged until you agree.
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