Learn to identify corals and earn an SSI specialty certification
Half Day
Up to 4 people
Classroom session, coral identification
Explore coral reefs through a non-diving SSI specialty course focused on identification. Build knowledge of corals found in local waters and around the world.
Cancel more than 7 days before the course start date for a possible 50% refund; no refund is issued within 7 days. Reschedule at no cost, subject to boat trip and instructor availability. Courses not completed within 1 year of booking may be canceled without refund.
Product ID: PB2PD7
You'll receive a separate email with additional information and your course schedule. If applicable, SSI will also email your online academic materials.
Mandatory prerequisites apply and may include a minimum age, certification level, and minimum number of dives.
Alternate open-water training sites may be used instead of Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary.
27340 Overseas Highway, Ramrod Key, FL 33042
Great crew with Captain Katie, Dive Master Allison, and Guide and Dive Master Jim. Captain slowed and stopped boat to observe pod of dolphins and multiple turtles on the way out and back. Jim did a great job in finding and pointing out fish. Conditions were great with no current and waves. Like diving in a swimming pool. Multiple tropical fish. Saw Caribbean reef shark.
William Litaker
August 20, 2026
Great crew with Captain Katie, Dive Master Allison, and Guide and Dive Master Jim. Captain slowed and stopped boat to observe pod of dolphins and multiple turtles on the way out and back. Jim did a great job in finding and pointing out fish. Conditions were great with no current and waves. Like diving in a swimming pool. Multiple tropical fish. Saw Caribbean reef shark.
William Litaker
August 20, 2026
Explore on a 250 HP, fishing-ready boat with delivery and pickup included
Bring your group aboard for fishing, snorkeling, or a day on the water
Navigate bays and backcountry with fishing-ready Garmin technology
Explore Looe Key’s protected reef by snorkel or certified dive
Explore a protected reef after dark by snorkel or dive
Shape a private reef, wreck, or sandbar outing for your group
Explore an artificial-reef cargo ship on an advanced two-tank wreck dive
Get around the Lower Keys on your own schedule
Evening views off Summerland Key with drinks and snacks