So why not try scuba diving? Weightlessness and incredible sensations in a world full of colour... Hard to imagine for those who’ve never tried it... Come and discover the magic of scuba diving for yourself.
Learning to dive is an extraordinary experience! What’s more, this activity is perfectly suited to anyone in good health (a medical certificate is often required). We recommend starting with a discovery dive ("baptême de plongée") to try the activity and see if it’s right for you.
You’ll quickly realise that you often feel freer underwater than on "dry land"!
In France, only certifications issued by the following organisations are recognised by the Ministry of Sports: ANMP, FFESSM, FSGT, SNMP, UCPA or CMAS.
According to the National Association of Diving Instructors (ANMP), the 4 levels of sport divers are:
- Level 1. Beginner Diver.
- Level 2. Dive Team Member.
- Level 3. Autonomous Diver.
- Level 4. Dive Leader.
The levels are divided into modules, defined by a list of "competencies" to be validated. These specific points can be signed off by different instructors: if a student doesn’t complete a module or level with their first instructor, that instructor will certify the skills already acquired, allowing the student to continue their training at another centre or with another ANMP instructor.
With these certifications in your pocket, the wide world of scuba diving opens up to you: cave diving, night diving, professional diving, becoming an instructor, dive master, rescue diver, open water diver...
If you’re passionate about diving, contact a dive centre, start practising this amazing sport, and work towards your certifications!
