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You will see amazing marine life when you are exploring but sometimes seeing is not enough. You may want to capture the moment to show family and friends or enjoy again for yourself. If you have never used a camera in the water it is different and the SSI Photo and Video program teaches you the skills needed to freedive safely with an underwater camera set up. In addition It provides you with the in-depth knowledge and experience you need to effectively use, maintain, and store your equipment. You will learn how to approach and interact with your underwater subjects, and what the effects of light and visibility will have on your perfect shot and video. Whether you have your own camera or are using one of ours we will teach you how to prepare the camera before entering the water. During the two pool sessions we will look at your buoyancy with a camera, and awareness of your surroundings. You will practice taking pictures and video using still and moving subjects. Then in a post pool workshop we review and look at processing and editing techniques. You can add an optional open water freedive at Selsey Lifeboat Station. You instructor will take you on a dive and locate subjects for you to photograph and video. We will then review these with you post dive. Just ask for prices and dates. Is there a minimum age? You need to be at least 10 years old and have a Basic Freediver or equivalent certification. Do I need my own equipment? Only as mask and snorkel, we will provide everything else you need, including a compact and video camera for you to use. You are of course welcome to use your own if you have it. How long does it take? It will be offered across two dates so you can consolidate the images from the first session before we move on the second session. What is included? Digital Manual Academics workshops 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 Intermediate levels are for children aged 4 to 15 who have achieved the final goals for Beginner III. They are already comfortable in water, confident with safety skills, breath control, and submersion skills. In the first of the two Intermediate levels they are working to 25m freestyle using bilateral breathing and flip turns. In Intermediate I we introduce new strokes at both a recreational and competitive level. Classes are based on similar ability rather than age as they work with their SWIM teacher to develop their technical swimming skills. Your SWIM teacher will work at their pace and remains in water – this allows for better correction of errors and pacing. Working alongside others of equal ability they encourage each other and learn from seeing the feedback and progress of the others. Private lessons are available if you prefer but we keep classes small, and skill focused. If you have a particular need or are working for a specific event, we are always happy to discuss. Where are lessons held? We use a private pool in Selsey, we have exclusive access in sessions. How long are the lessons? Each lesson is 30 minutes over 18 weeks, your teacher will be in the water with you for every minute. How many in a class? A maximum of three Do I have to pay in one lump sum? We take a deposit when you book online and then the rest is paid before your lessons begin. We have an installment plan, just ask after paying your deposit for details. Do I need any equipment? You will need your swim wear and it can help to have goggles as they progress, your teacher will talk you through this. We will provide everything else you need.

Snorkelling offers you a fantastic chance to get close to shy marine residents. Maybe you have snorkelled on holiday but not considered doing it in the UK or are uncertain of what you can see on the South Coast of England. Whilst it is true, the water temperature is less than the Caribbean it is often 18 degrees plus in the summer months. With a thin wet suit, you can have hours of fun! What can you see? Plenty when you know where to look! Our water is green not blue, and the marine residents are often, but not always, in muted colours. This can make them harder to spot than the flashes of yellow and blue along colourful reefs. You guide will help you get your eye in so you can find and see blennies, gobies, prawns, crabs, pipefish, anemones, sponges, wrasse, bream, bass and more. You do not need previous experience; we ask that you are comfortable in the water and able to swim. They are designed to give you the confidence to snorkel safely whilst having fun. Led by SSI Snorkel Instructors you will be taken through every step. Starting with a safety briefing and introduction we then move into the water to explore shore sites including Selsey Lifeboat Station, East Beach, Aldwick, Swanage, Chesil and Durdle Door. Your Guide will take the time to make sure you are settled and practice buddy techniques in the shallows before you head off to explore. Great fun for the family, children are welcome. They must be at least 6 and able to swim 25 metres unaided. All those under 14 must be accompanied by an adult in the water. The cost is £50 per person which includes the use of all the equipment that you need, (mask, snorkel, fins, and wet suit). If you have your own equipment, we recommend that you use it. We encourage you to bring cameras so you can capture the memories and hope you do not mind if we do. If you want to explore further afield, we offer excursions and guided holidays to explore the amazing UK coastline, watch social media and the events section for more information. Private tours can be arranged on dates to suit you. If you would like to discuss, contact us directly on 01243 601000 to arrange.

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 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.

If you have tried a Mermaid Experience or taster with us or elsewhere and what to progress this is the course for you. Mermaiding is not only great fun but excellent for fitness and water confidence. On the SSI Mermaid Course, you will take part in workshops and pool sessions to give you a comprehensive foundation as Mermaid or Merman. You will learn about the different types of tails and fins available; experience basic freediving breath hold techniques and then in water develop the skills to move thorough the water in comfort and confidence. On completion you will a certification that lets you use your Mermaid and Merman skills in a pool-based environment to depth of 5 metres. What is involved? You will take part in a half day workshop and breathing class and then have three pool sessions. What age is it suitable for? You must be 12 or over and confident enough to swim 25m with no aids. 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 but have some Mermaid Linden mono fins for smaller feet. Our tails fit a range of sizes and are all made locally to reduce our carbon footprint. 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.

The SSI Pool Freediver Course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to safely enjoy freediving with your buddy in water/pool environment to a maximum depth of 5 metres. It is where the Freediver Course begins, and you need all the elements here to progress to that depth certification. Even if depth is not your goal, then this course allows you to use Freediving to improve your fitness and relaxation methods, whilst having fun! The UK temperate climate means being in the sea all year round is sometimes not possible, but that does not mean it has to stop. Once a certified Pool Freediver, you can join us for the Winter Freediving programme, pool sessions and events to prepare you to fully enjoy the ocean every chance you can. What is Involved? You will take part in Academic and breathing workshops, where your SSI Freediving Instructor will expand on your reading and explore the theory you need for safety and comfort. We will explore relation and breathing patterns learning about how your own body responds to breath hold. You will then take part in two pool sessions to master your dynamic, static, buddy and rescue skills. This foundation is the basis for the SSI Freediver Course. At Mulberry Marine Experiences we split that depth course into the two parts to allow time for you to develop in comfort and at your own pace. If you opt to train as a Pool Freediver in the cooler months, you can begin preparing for the warmer weather and deeper depth. 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? We run the course across two days, once for workshops and a pool session, then you come back for a second pool session. 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.

Have you every wondered what it would be like to breathe under water? Then an SSI Try Scuba Experience is the perfect place to start. Under the guidance of your SSI Instructor you will be introduced to the equipment, take your first underwater breaths and get to discover the feeling of weightlessness that comes with neutral buoyancy, within the comfort of a heated pool. During the hour your SSI Instructor will introduce to the equipment, putting on and adjusting for fit and comfort, before heading under water the first time. Each class only has two participants so you can get the maximum benefit from your experience. At what age can they take part? Minimum age is 8 and they need to be capable of swimming 12 metres unaided. Is equipment provided? Yes, we will provide the equipment needed for Try Scuba Experience Where does it take place and how long does it last? In a pool in Selsey, West Sussex, your experience will last 1 hour What is included? Digital Manual Equipment workshop on pool side Confined water/pool session Digital recognition card on completion Equipment hire Instructor time

Starting at 3 years old your child will take part in independent lessons. The SSI Aquatike programme is made up of three levels to suit beginners and those moving up from other classes. At this stage they are developing more independence, learning about friendship and asserting their own wants. The SSI SWIM model focuses on building water confidence, safety skills and technique over distance. Classes are arranged in age groups through Aquatike, Preschool, and Beginner with staged progression to make moving up easy. The SWIM teacher will work to establish trust with your child. They are always in the water, and we only have three students to a teacher. The goal is making lessons fun whilst ensuring that they understand water safety and sense around water. Your teacher works with each child in turn to correct, guide and encourage. Every child is an individual and the classes are tailored to match your child’s needs. They might be cautious or very confident, either way we work with them, so they develop at their own pace. We make all our classes inclusive and open to everyone, but if you have an aspect you would like to talk through just email us to discuss. Private lessons are available, but we find that working with their peers can help them progress and grow in confidence whilst being more fun for them. The tailored nature of group classes means if they are struggling with one aspect your SWIM teacher will adapt the teaching techniques to suit. You are advised at every stage of their progress. Where are lessons held? We use a private pool in Selsey, we have exclusive access in sessions. How long are the lessons? Each lesson is 30 minutes, your teacher will be in the water with you for every minute. How many in a class? A maximum of three Do I have to pay in one lump sum? We take a deposit when you book online and then the rest is paid before your lessons begin. We have an installment plan, just ask after paying your deposit for details. Do I need any equipment? You will need your swim wear and it can help to have goggles as they progress, your teacher will talk you through this. We will provide everything else you need.

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.

If you are looking for an in-depth introduction to the world of SCUBA diving then the SSI Basic Diver program combines a pool session and dive from the beach at Selsey. You can experience breathing underwater and meet the local marine neighbours including rays, blennies, wrasse, crabs, lobsters, anemones and loads more. Your Basic Diver program will start with a manual for you read at home and then a workshop where your instructor will guide you through all the safety information you need and fit you for the equipment for your sessions. During a two-hour pool session, you will learn safety and buoyancy skills ready for the open water dive in the sea. Your open water dive will take place over half a day from the shore at Selsey. It is a busy fun packed couple of days and dates are built around your availability. At what age can they take part? Minimum age is 10 but we do recommend that children under 14 complete with an adult they know. They need to be water confident an able to swim unaided. Is equipment provided? Yes, we will provide the equipment except for a mask and snorkel. Heading into open water we recommend that you have your own and offer a full fitting service from our range during your workshop. If you have one bring it along so we can check fit. How many days do I need to complete? The Basic Diver Program needs 1.5 days in total, but these may not be consecutive. Contact us to discuss your needs and availability. What is included? Digital Manual Academic Workshop and Equipment Fitting Confined water/pool session Digital recognition card on completion Equipment hire (not a mask and snorkel) Instructor time

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.