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We all love time on the beach and cooling down with a dip, however water related instances for the RNLI and Coastguard are on the increase. Reports from 2023 show that 1 in 3 adults and children in the UK cannot comfortably swim just 25 metres in a pool and are nervous about the sea. These courses are designed to raise awareness around all aspects of water safety whilst having fun. Adults, children and family groups are all welcome. We will help each participant understand how to assess a beach before entering the water, including tide and current indicators, explore buoyancy, exposure, get you comfortable with your Float to Live position, look at equipment/toys that helps or hinders and more. The courses are run by SSI Swimming, Snorkelling, Freediving and SCUBA Professionals using their extensive knowledge of the sea to make sure you can enjoy a beach day in comfort and safety. They are half day courses, and we will provide you with all the equipment you need. If you have some favourite beach toys, bring them and we can work them into your course. How old do they need to be to take part? The course is suitable for anyone aged 8 and above. They need to be water confident and swim 25 metres without buoyancy aids. What equipment do they need to take part? A swimming costume, a towel and clothes for after. If they have a mask, snorkel or wet suit they are welcome to bring along, however we will supply what is needed apart from swimming costume, goggles and a towel. Can I have an adult only session? We can arrange for one of the dates to be exclusively for adults. Please email info@mulberry-me.co.uk for details. What happens if the weather is bad? We will make an assessment and alter the activities if we believe that conditions will not be safe. In the event we have to cancel you will be offered an alternative date.

We know that it can be hard to to get the focus on the your Freediving trianing over the long winter months, or without a regular training buddy. These Freediving coached sessions run all year round at Mulberry Marine Experiences and are designed to give you chances to train in good company. The program consists of 2.5 hours sessions where if conditions are suitable, we will train in the sea, but if that is not possible, we will meet up anyway and train. Using a variety of dry tables, covering CO2 training and 02 training, mobility and stretching sessions, line work practice, rescue practice, breathing/relaxation sessions, guided mediations and of course in water fun your cach will program the sessions to meet your needs. Each session will be instructor led and held at locations around Selsey. The location on the site when booking will work on the basis we will be in the sea. Any changes will be notified in email, so you know where to be and what to bring. Choose to book sessions individually or use the plan option to pay for five sessions and get the sixth free. If you prefer, we will happily run 1:2:1 coaching sessions price on application. Do I have to have a Freediving certification to take part? Yes, you do need to have an SSI Basic Freediver or equivalent certification as a minimum level. Training is available check out the course pages to see what would work best for you. Can I hire equipment? We do have some items available for hire, just drop us an email and we will confirm before you book what is available

What is a Citizen Science? It is when the public voluntarily helps conduct scientific research. The programmes are designed by scientists and contribute to the knowledge, and well being of our natural environment. At Mulberry Marine Experiences, taking part in these programmes help us to support the Marine Environment, local charities and groups that are working on specific projects to support the waters and inhabitants around the UK. Our Citizen Science Days will show you how you can turn every beach day into a positive way to help the seas and oceans, they are your chance to make a difference. Why come along? It might be your first time and you are not sure where to start, it could be to help a project you are already supporting further, a chance to find out more about the work that we carry out and meet a group of who people want to have fun whilst helping. We offer a regular schedule across the year, with each event made up of several elements including micro beach cleans (specific sites in areas of 100ms), shark and ray egg case recording, kelp recording, intertidal species surveys, and marine interactions including how to act around seals, reporting sightings of healthy and sick animals. There are opportunities for volunteers to take part in water if you want but this optional. For more information on taking part in the water check out our Seasearch Observer Days for snorkellers, freedivers and divers. Each Citizen Science Day will be run by Mulberry staff who are fully first aid trained. Full briefings and equipment will be provided (thank you to COVE Communities who sponsored our beach clean kits) for all land-based activities. These family friendly days are provided at a small charge of £5 to help cover expenses. Would you like to volunteer to help us run these dates? Give us a call on 01243 601000. If you are a business looking to get your staff involved, we offer corporate days. Contact us to discuss our well being and environment offerings for your employees. Please join us, we cannot do it without you.

The SSI Coral Identification Course will provide you with an insight into the fascinating world of corals. These tiny marine animals can form coral reefs, one of the most bio diverse ecosystems in the ocean and providing a colourful home to an abundance of life. These delicately balanced systems reflect the general health of the ocean. We will explore the basic structure of corals and coral reefs; their various reproductive methods, including mass spawning events. You will learn what to look for to help you identify various coral families you encounter and examine coral health issues. In your workshop presentation we will explore the cold-water coral species that have made the UK home. Beautiful and delicate solitary and colonial species and even deep cold-water reefs. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. This option is delivered as a single four hour workshop. We do offer more child friendly options for younger learners please contact us for information. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. If you are Certified Snorkel Divers or Open Water Divers there are options to add a snorkel, or dive. Just ask for details of the locations, cost and how to add this to your course when booking. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition card showing you have focused on UK species Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology, Invertebrate Ecology and Nudibranch Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all select the Ecology Course bundle for a saving at checkout - pay for four and the fifth is free. Every course helps us do a little more, we reinvest our profits into the local community and on work to support the marine environment.

Do you wonder what Freediving feels like? Are you looking for a new way to improve your fitness? Then the SSI Try Freediving Programme is the place to start. Freediving allows you to get closer to the marine life and stay longer than snorkelling and without the weight of Scuba equipment. It does not have to be all about depth but comfort, relaxation and ocean exploration. This pool based experience will introduce to you the skills and concepts that recreational Freedivers use and let you experience the different disciplines of static and dynamic Apnea. You will start with a breathing and safety workshop with your instructor to help prepare you for the best experience in the water. Discover how to use the bi-fins to aid your movement as you glide beneath the surface, relax as you try your first static breath hold all under the guidance of your SSI Freediving Instructor in comfort and safety. Is there a minimum age? You need be at least 10 and comfortable in the water. When do you offer the session? We run them on the third Wednesday (18:20) and Saturday (08:50) of each month. Other dates may be available by agreement, please contact us with your preferences and we will see what we can do. Do I need to have worn fins and masks before? No, we will take you from the beginning it is a full introduction. I have been snorkelling for some time, do I need to do this taster before beginning a freediving a course? If you are an experienced snorkeller then you may get more from the BASIC Freediver Programme which will take you below the surface and includes ocean time. I do not have any equipment is it provided? We can provide you with all the equipment you need for this experience but highly recommend that you invest in your own mask. We offer a full fitting service and have a wide range to choose from. Fittings can be arranged prior to your experience. Can I Try this in the sea? Yes we are happy to offer sessions in the sea in warmer weather. Please contact us to discuss the price and availability. Every time you take part you help us do more, as a company we reinvest our profits back into the local community so thank you.

We need volunteers to join us on our Shoresearch events around the Selsey area. We are currently monitoring three sites, each has a different feel when exploring. What is Shoresearch? It is a volunteer programme that allows you to take part to help our coasts. The Sussex Shoresearch volunteer program is coordinated by the Sussex Wildlife Trust and forms part of a national programme of Shoresearch recording led by The Wildlife Trusts. Mulberry Marine Experiences are working in partnership with Sussex Wildlife Trust to offer more opportunities for you to take part. The aim is to build a baseline of data on the wildlife that is living in the intertidal ecosystem around Sussex, that can be used to improve understanding and promote conservation. What Happens? The events are timed to coincide with low water so we can conduct a walk over survey recording the species that we find and the habitats where they are living. Each event will last for around 2-3 hours and involve walking, wading and exploration of rocky areas. Who is it suitable for? Suitable for anyone over 12, but all children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. We do offer some junior events for younger children that want to be included, they will be advertised a Junior Shoresearch. Do I need to be an expert in Marine Life? No. All you need is eagle eyes and a sense of adventure. Cameras are welcome and we are happy to arrange events for school groups, and educational facilities All shoresearch events are provide free of charge and run by first aid trained members of the Mulberry team.

We know from experience that keen younger snorkellers can stuggle to find sessions designed for them. The Junior Snorkel Club Sessions are a way for them to have fun whilst you stay dry. All the meets are staffed by Mulberry Marine Experiences. We provide a briefing, advice and surface cover whilst they are in the water, with every member of staff fully first aid trained. Each club session runs for a maximum of two and half hours and are for those aged between 8 and 15. For younger snorkellers ask us about pool sessions and the Explorers Club. We do require that all Juniors (under 15 years of age ) are certified as SSI Snorkel Divers (or equivalent) or have a Basic Freediver certification or above. Monthly sessions will be offered at Selsey, in the sea for the summer and then pool over the winter. In addition Juniors are welcome to join the other club meet dates when we head off to over locations and you are welcome to join the fun. What is included? Surface Cover Briefing We will ensure that they have a buddy. Equipment hire is included as a benefit to those who have purchased the Unlimited Plan/ Snorkel Club Training Membership. If you prefer to book individual sessions then equipment can be hired - just include a note with your booking and we will reach out to arrange. My child does not have a Snorkel Diver or Freediver certification can they join the club sessions? These are designed for Juniors who are already certifed as we are not in the water. We can offer trianing as needed and for 2026 are offering a package to let you train as a snorkeller and join sessions at a special price. How do I know if the Unlimited Plan is the best one for me? If you think you will attend more than 3 sessions in year and do not require trianing then the Unlimited Plan will be the best option for you. I want to join the snorkel club meets when you travel further afield is there a price difference? No we charge the same amount however you are responsible for your own travel and accommodation if you need. On these meets there are often chances to have a second session for the same price!

At Mulberry Marine Experiences we know that not everyone has a buddy or opportunity to go diving as often they would like and when new to a site you may not be sure of currents, conditions and best times to go diving. Our Marshalled shore dives are designed to help solve these concerns for our certified divers. Selsey is fortunate to have an accessible shore dive along East Beach, that allows you to explore the Marine Conservation Zone laying just off the beach. We have regular and seasonal visitors that include cat sharks, rays, pipefish, seahorses, nudibranchs, crabs, wrasse, anemones and much more. With a maximum depth of 6 metres there is plenty of time for exploring, creature spotting and for taking pictures. Every Marshalled Dive is supported by Mulberry Staff who are first aid trained and ready to assist. They will meet you and make introductions to buddy pairs if you have not met before, provide you with a full briefing for the site and then stay as surface cover for your dive. We include 12L cylinders with air and 10 kg block weight on a belt as part of the booking, if you do not require just drop us an email. Your surface cover will meet you on Lifeboat Station Green 30 minutes before estimated dive time, so we recommend that you have set up your equipment ready for the briefing. You must have a DSMB and reel each and a timing device. Selsey is a working beach and DSMBs are essential. I do not have a buddy can I book on a Marshalled Dive? Yes, we will match you up and make introductions before the briefing. Please be aware the price is based on a minimum of 3 divers for the event. I have never dived in the UK are these suitable for me? They make a great first sea dive experience in the UK. Can I hire other equipment? Yes, we do offer equipment rental, why not check out the pricing plans to include equipment with you dive and save a little money. We do not hire mask, snorkels, gloves, hoods, DSMBS and Reels (included with some wet suits). All equipment must be hired in advance please contact us with your requirements. Can I arrange a Marshall for my club or just for my buddy and I? Yes, we are happy to look at providing a marshalling service for you. You need to contact us by email to check availability and price. I would prefer to dive with a Professional do you offer Guided Dives? Yes, we can offer a guided dive. Please contact us for more information and availability.

Are you ready to take your Mermaid skills into the ocean? You have completed the Mermaid Course, mastered your skills but are finding you now want to move beyond the pool environment, then the SSI Ocean Mermaid Course is for you. You will learn how to use all the skills you have already learnt in an open water setting – the ocean near you. Explore and swim with the marine life your way. The Ocean Mermaid course prepares you get the best from your equipment so you can have safe and comfortable open water experiences to depths of 5 metres. What is involved? You will take part in an academic workshop, a pool session to include a water fitness evaluation and then two open sessions. Can I just start with the Ocean Mermaid Course? You will need to have completed the SSI Mermaid Course prior to beginning this one. What age is it suitable for? You must be 12 or over. Do I have to own my own tail and fin? We will provide what you need. For larger foot sizes 4 plus we use Mahina mono fins. Our tails fit a range of sizes and are all made locally to reduce our carbon footprint. If I have my own equipment, can I use it? We will just want to double check that it is suitable for the ocean to ensure your safety. You do this in the UK? The Mulberry Marine Experiences Ocean Mermaid Course is offered at limited times of the year June to September to allow for your comfort. Open Water sessions are weather dependent your SSI Mermaid Instructor will assess and keep you updated. What is included? Digital Manual Academic workshops Confined water/pool sessions Digital certification card on completion Instructor time Use of tail and fin and advice on acquiring your own.

Private Tuition gives you the freedom to work on your own goals. We keep group class sizes small but you might prefer to have that individual attention, for comfort, or so the focus is entirely on your goals. Why might Private lessons be good for you? It might be that you are just starting out and anxious about learning to SWIM and would prefer your Instructor is there just for you. You may already be a swimmer but want specific coaching on your technique or to learn/improve a new stroke. Initially you will discuss what you want to achieve and your Instructor will help you reach you goals. They will guide you on how many sessions you may need to achieve that goals. Learners will need an 18 week programme whilst coaching sessions are booked in six weeks blocks and each session is 30 minutes long. We are always very happy to discuss what you might need and how we can help so just get in touch. Who are private lessons for? Anyone who feels that a group class will not help them achieve their goals. Suitable for all ages we recommend discussing your needs before booking. Are the sessions in a block run concurrently? Yes, we will hold your lesson at the same time each week. I do not know how many lessons I might need? Give us a call on 01243 601000 or email info@mulberry-me.co.uk and we will be happy to talk it through with you.

If you want your abilities to develop so you can stay longer, feel more relaxed and enjoy your freediving even more, then The SSI Training Techniques course is an essential part of your personal development. You will develop the skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct training sessions so you can improve breath-hold times and increase your tolerance to higher levels of CO2. Using methods for training for both on land and in water. Your training will never be limited when weather, temperature or any circumstances prevent you from accessing the water. What is involved? You will take part in workshops where your Freediving Instructor will help you to understand the benefits of each type of table. You will have a clear understanding how to alter the tables as you progress to keep you improving, whilst being safe. Then you will take part in example tables built for you during land and pool sessions. Is this a one day course? The booking date shown is for your academics and some of the practical training. You will need to return on another agreed day or two part days to complete the in water sessions. Is there a minimum age? You need to be at least 12 years old. Do I need my own equipment? Only as mask and snorkel, we will provide everything else you need. We have a full range of masks and snorkels and will conduct a full fitting at your equipment workshop. How long does it take? It will be offered across two days, one for workshops and the first pool sessions, then the second day for dry and pool sessions. What is included? Digital Manual Academics workshops Practical breathing class Two confined water/pool sessions Digital certification card on completion Equipment hire (you will need a mask and snorkel set) Instructor time Everything you do help us do a little more so thank you.

The SSI Marine Ecology Course is designed to provide you with a general introduction to the subject of marine ecology. You will look at how marine organisms interact with each other and their environment, the flow of energy through communities, and the link between ocean ecosystems. We look at the way humans interact with the oceans. Allowing us to better understand the effect this has on the complex and balanced ecosystems and measures we can take to protect them. Provided with your courses is an online manual that will provide you with a global overview, then in your academic workshop we will cover unique content that brings all the information together in a UK and Selsey context. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. You have the option to add a Marine Life Walk, snorkel, or shore dive at Selsey, to see first-hand the theories covered in class. To add the session of your choice select at check out from the available options. We will then contact you with date options. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition of the Selsey viewpoint on completion Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Invertebrates Ecology, Marine Mammal Ecology, Nudibranch Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Reinvesting our profits so every course helps us do a more.