Séjours colos 11-17 ans

The benefits of the sea! With the UCPA, vacations to discover underwater wonders combine pleasure, initiation, progression, unusual encounters under water and the sharing of values.

Séjours adultes 18-55 ans

The emulation experienced by belonging to a group, qualified apnea instructors who transmit their knowledge and passion to you to make your apprehension disappear and improve your personal performance, sites adapted to this practice, quality equipment, quality equipment, a relaxed atmosphere conducive to relaxation, that's what it is, to practice apnea at UCPA!

LES + UCPA

  • The UCPA is located near the best freediving sites in France, in the French overseas departments and abroad
  • Most UCPA accommodations are located by the sea, close to the diving center and the boat!
  • The UCPA diving school: the guarantee of quality supervision by qualified instructors.
  • The diving equipment from our equipment manufacturer SCUBAPRO is efficient and adapted to all sizes of young divers.
  • Everything is on site for your greatest comfort: dive shop, storage room, drying rooms for suits, comfortable diving boats, a team of instructors passionate about this activity and top animators!
  • To prepare and train in an artificial environment, the UCPA manages several “indoor” diving pools in France whose comfort and professionalism is well established.

Le mot de l'expert

For an introduction to or exploration of the seabed by apnea on the best spots, or for an experience in a diving pit, UCPA organizes freediving courses all year round supervised by instructors with professional qualifications.
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Our experience acquired over many years with young people has allowed us to design a pedagogy adapted to their needs, from beginners to the most experienced. Patricia Breton, diving expert at UCPA

Le mot de l'expert

For an introduction to or exploration of the seabed by apnea on the best spots, or for an experience in a diving pit, UCPA organizes freediving courses all year round supervised by instructors with professional qualifications.

Our experience acquired over many years with young people has allowed us to design a pedagogy adapted to their needs, from beginners to the most experienced.

Patricia Breton, diving expert at UCPA

À PROPOS DE L'ACTIVITÉ

The UCPA diving school offers all types of freediving courses: introduction, training, exploration. Here, there is no search for performance, it is the pleasure of being underwater listening to your body that takes precedence. Whatever your age, you will find courses for all desires and all levels, in our diving pools, or in a natural environment on the best practice spots in France or abroad.
You can obtain freediving certificates from beginner to advanced (swimming pool and open water) from the FFESSM (French Federation of Underwater Studies and Sports) at our French centers and abroad. These patents give you the equivalent of the international certificates of the CMAS (World Confederation of Underwater Activities).
With its state-of-the-art facilities, our training center in Niolon allows you to learn or improve your skills in apnea in the best conditions.

Niveaux d'expertise possibles

Apnea - Beginner

Know how to swim, but no experience or level in apnea.


Apnea - CMAS 1* Open Water Freediver

Freediver who can practice apnea in a natural environment in all its forms with an instructor or up to a depth of 6 meters independently with other freedivers (in pairs at least).


Apnea - Confirmed Freediver in open water CMAS 2*

Freediver who can practice apnea in a natural environment in all its forms with an instructor or up to a depth of 20 meters independently with other freedivers of the same level (in pairs at least).


Matériel fourni

All the equipment is available to young freedivers: specific fins, mask, snorkel, “isothermal” suit adapted to the temperature of the water and their size, systematically disinfected, ballast belt.

Our entire equipment park is frequently renewed to offer you in France and DOM only recent and high-end equipment from the “SCUBAPRO” brand. At our partner centers, we regularly ensure that the condition of their equipment is compatible with our requirements.

Type de session

For stays by the sea, go to the diving center with the rest of the group and the instructor; after equipping with the equipment on site, start practicing either on board or from the dive boat.

After a short friendly exchange, the instructor quickly introduces the snorkeling site and its particularities (relief, depth, underwater fauna and flora to admire).

The instructor offers some technical apnea exercises for those who are learning. The main objective is to have fun discovering the seabed in immersion. The instructor knows the site perfectly and takes them directly to the rocks or falls where they can see the most wildlife.

For “indoor” freediving courses in a pit, go to the edge of the pool with the other participants and the instructor, equipment with the equipment on site then start the training by immersing yourself in water that is still hot.

Advantages of the indoor or outdoor session:

- The choice of a protected site with optimized educational content in the practice environment
- An individualized follow-up of your progress with a systematic “debriefing” at the end of each session
- A learning progression adapted to each age

Securité

Everything is in place so that “the pleasure of immersing yourself” rhymes with “safety”.

We always ask for a medical certificate of no contraindication to the practice of apnea issued by a general practitioner, federal or hyperbaric doctor. This medical certificate is valid for 1 year.

Ratio d'encadrement

All our instructors hold a French state diploma or a professional qualification recognized worldwide. They also specialize in apnea.

They are always listening to the participants to help them progress in their technique, to help them discover the underwater environment when they practice at sea, from beginner to advanced freediver.

During your stay, groups are made up of 6 people (3 pairs) for 1 instructor.

During the practice, in a pit or at sea, you will be systematically put in pairs, with an alternating practice of apnea, accompanied by an instructor.

Equipement personnel

Bring your towel and swimsuit, we will take care of providing you with all the equipment you need to practice apnea. Also bring a hat or cap, sunglasses and face protection cream.

NOS SPOTS

Les Saintes

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • Accommodation above the beach with sea views.
  • Sheltered and unfrequented Marigot Bay, the best snorkeling spot on the island.
  • Bungalows for 2 people with private showers and toilets.
  • Nautical base on one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

lanzarote

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • Charming accommodation in the heart of the city of Teguise
  • Close to 10 minutes from the windsurfing spot 'Las Cucharas'.
  • Proximity 10 minutes from Famara: surfing beaches in the north of the island.

LES + UCPA

  • The UCPA is located near the best freediving sites in France, in the French overseas departments and abroad
  • Most UCPA accommodations are located by the sea, close to the diving center and the boat!
  • The UCPA diving school: the guarantee of quality supervision by qualified instructors.
  • The diving equipment from our equipment manufacturer SCUBAPRO is efficient and adapted to all sizes of young divers.
  • Everything is on site for your greatest comfort: dive shop, storage room, drying rooms for suits, comfortable diving boats, a team of instructors passionate about this activity and top animators!
  • To prepare and train in an artificial environment, the UCPA manages several “indoor” diving pools in France whose comfort and professionalism is well established.

Le mot de l'expert

For an introduction to or exploration of the seabed on dream spots or in an “indoor” pit, UCPA organizes freediving courses all year round supervised by instructors with professional qualifications.
...
Our pedagogy is designed to meet the needs of beginners as well as more experienced freedivers. Patricia Breton, diving expert at UCPA”

Le mot de l'expert

For an introduction to or exploration of the seabed on dream spots or in an “indoor” pit, UCPA organizes freediving courses all year round supervised by instructors with professional qualifications. Our pedagogy is designed to meet the needs of beginners as well as more experienced freedivers.

Patricia Breton, diving expert at UCPA”

À PROPOS DE L'ACTIVITÉ

The UCPA diving school offers all types of freediving courses: introduction, training, exploration. Here, there is no search for performance, it is the pleasure of being underwater listening to your body that takes precedence. Whatever your age, you will find courses for all desires and all levels, in our diving pools, or in a natural environment on the best practice spots in France or abroad.
You can obtain freediving certificates from beginner to advanced (swimming pool and open water) from the FFESSM (French Federation of Underwater Studies and Sports) at our French centers and abroad. These patents give you the equivalent of the international certificates of the CMAS (World Confederation of Underwater Activities).
With its state-of-the-art facilities, our training center in Niolon allows you to learn or improve your skills in apnea in the best conditions.

Niveaux d'expertise possibles

Apnea - Beginner

Know how to swim, but no experience or level in apnea.


Apnea - CMAS 1* Open Water Freediver

Freediver who can practice apnea in a natural environment in all its forms with an instructor or up to a depth of 6 meters independently with other freedivers (in pairs at least).


Apnea - Confirmed Freediver in open water CMAS 2*

Freediver who can practice apnea in a natural environment in all its forms with an instructor or up to a depth of 20 meters independently with other freedivers of the same level (in pairs at least).


Matériel fourni

All equipment is available to freedivers: specific fins, mask, snorkel, “isothermal” suit adapted to the water temperature and systematically disinfected, ballast belt.

Our entire equipment park is frequently renewed to offer you in France and DOM only recent and high-end equipment from the “SCUBAPRO” brand. At our partner centers, we regularly ensure that the condition of their equipment is compatible with our requirements.

Type de session

For stays by the sea, go to the diving center with the rest of the group and the instructor; after equipping with the equipment on site, start practicing either from the shore or you board the dive boat.

After a short friendly exchange, the instructor quickly introduces the snorkeling site and its particularities (relief, depth, underwater fauna and flora to admire).

The instructor offers some dynamic or static apnea technical exercises for those who are learning. The main objective is to have fun discovering the seabed in immersion. The instructor knows the site perfectly and takes you directly to the rocks or falls where you can see the most wildlife.

For “indoor” freediving courses in a pit, go to the edge of the pool with the other participants and your instructor, equipment with your equipment on site then you can start your training and immerse yourself in water that is always hot.

Advantages of the indoor or outdoor session:

- The choice of a protected site to progress safely with an optimized duration for the practice environment
- An individualized monitoring of your progress with a systematic “debriefing”
- The best snorkeling spots or the most beautiful pools in the region

Securité

Everything is in place so that “the pleasure of immersing yourself” rhymes with “safety”.

We always ask for a medical certificate of no contraindication to the practice of apnea issued by a general practitioner, federal or hyperbaric doctor. This medical certificate is valid for 1 year.

Ratio d'encadrement

All our instructors hold a French state diploma or a professional qualification recognized worldwide. They also specialize in apnea.

They are always at your disposal to help you progress in your technique, to help you discover relaxation methods, to better listen to your body, as well as the underwater environment when you practice at sea, from the beginner to the experienced freediver.

During your stay, groups are made up of 8 people (4 pairs) for 1 instructor.

On some specific stays, groups are limited to 6 people.

During the practice, in a pit or at sea, you will be systematically put in pairs (3 or 4 pairs), with an alternating practice of apnea, accompanied by an instructor.

Equipement personnel

Bring your towel and swimsuit, we will take care of providing you with all the equipment you need to practice apnea. Also bring a hat or cap, sunglasses and face protection cream.

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