Séjours colos 8-17 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 felt by belonging to a group, qualified instructors who transmit their knowledge and passion to you to make your apprehension disappear, the best sites at the right time, quality equipment, a relaxed atmosphere, that's what diving at UCPA is all about!

NOS SPOTS

Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer

Colo 7-15 ans

Les +:

  • Sports village located in the heart of a vast wooded park
  • Access to Lecques beach 20 minutes away on foot via a path
  • Great nautical and terrestrial spot
  • Entertainment and relaxation areas under the pine forest

Hyères

Colo 7-17 ans

Les +:

  • Nautical base on the beach in front of the sports village
  • Large terrace and beach volleyball court
  • 2 hectare shaded pine forest

Hyères La Badine

Colo 11-15 ans

Les +:

  • Sports village “feet in the water”.
  • 100 m from La Badine beach.
  • Shaded areas and beach area.

Niolon

Colo 9-17 ans

Les +:

  • Cove sheltered from the Mistral
  • Dive sites near the sports village in the Côte Bleue Marine Park
  • Shore diving possible
  • Heated showers and changing rooms at the water outlet
  • Modern and secure bottle inflation station
  • Entertainment and activities divided by age group

LES + UCPA

  • The UCPA is located near the best diving and snorkeling 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 in the best spots, or for an experience in a diving pit, UCPA organizes diving 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

Le mot de l'expert

For an introduction to or exploration of the seabed in the best spots, or for an experience in a diving pit, UCPA organizes diving 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 diving courses with or without a tank: introduction, training, exploration, nitrox.

At UCPA, you will find internships for all ages and for all desires in our pools or on the best spots in France and abroad.

We offer various formulas: beginner, training, exploration, exploration, deep or autonomous exploration, introduction or improvement in freediving, cruise and diving safari.

You can obtain certificates from the FFESSM (French Federation for Underwater Studies and Sports) on our French and foreign diving centers from level 1 to 3.
These patents give you the equivalent of the international certificates of the CMAS (World Confederation of Underwater Activities).
Some centers abroad can issue you with PADI certificates.

With its state-of-the-art facilities, our training center in Niolon allows you to learn or improve your skills in scuba diving in the best conditions.

Niveaux d'expertise possibles

Diving - Open to all

Open to everyone. Course open to all levels of divers, whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver. Depending on your skills, possibility of being trained or exploring.


Diving - Beginner

Know how to swim, but no experience or level of scuba diving is required.


Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* or Open Water Diver

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with a French or foreign diploma.


Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* confirmed

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with at least 10 dives in a natural environment after level 1.


Diving - N1 or CMAS 1* experienced

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with at least 20 dives in a natural environment after level 1.


Diving - PE40 (Supervised dive at 40m)

Diver N1 or CMAS 1 with the PE40 qualification, supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* or Advanced Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI)

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters with a French or foreign deep diving certificate.


Diving - N2 or PE 40 or CMAS 2* or Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI)

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters with a French or foreign deep diving certificate.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* or Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI) confirmed

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters and in autonomy with 1 or 2 team members up to 20 meters with at least 10 dives in a natural environment in the 30-meter zone after level 2.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* or experienced Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI)

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters and in autonomy with 1 or 2 team members up to 20 meters with at least 20 dives in a natural environment after level 2.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* expert + RIFAP

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters and in autonomy with 1 or 2 team members up to 20 meters, with at least 30 dives in a natural environment after level 2 including 10 dives in the 40-meter zone as well as the “Reaction and Intervention in the Face of a Diving Accident” skill.


Diving - N3 or CMAS 3*

Autonomous diver with 1 or 2 crew members up to 60 meters.


Diving - N3 or CMAS 3* experienced + RIFAP

Autonomous diver with 1 or 2 team members up to 60 meters with at least 50 dives in a natural environment as well as the “Reaction and Intervention Faced with a Diving Accident” skill.


Diving - N3 or CMAS 3* expert + RIFAP

Autonomous diver with 1 or 2 team members up to 60 meters with at least 50 dives in a natural environment, the “Reaction and Intervention Faced with a Diving Accident” skill, the 5 general skills of the FFESSM as well as the theoretical knowledge of level 4.


Diving - Nitrox confirmed (deep diving stay option)

A diver who can dive with all commonly used oxygenated mixtures (nitrox) as well as pure oxygen in decompression.


Matériel fourni

All equipment is available to young divers: fins, mask, snorkel, “isothermal” suit adapted to the water temperature and their size, systematically disinfected, ballast belt, stabilization vest, stabilization vest, regulator, regulator, regulator, octopus, pressure gauge and bottle.

However, slippers, gloves, diving parachute, flashlight and computers are not provided.

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

For “supervised divers over 20 m” programs, regulations require individual possession of a decompression control instrument and a parachute. In case you forget, you can rent them in our centers.

Type de session

For stays by the sea, go to the diving center with the rest of the group and the instructor, equipment with the equipment on site and then practical either from the shore or from the dive boat.

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

The instructor offers some technical exercises for those who are learning. All dives end with exploration of the seabed. The instructor knows the site perfectly and takes the divers directly to the rocks or falls in order to admire the most wildlife.

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

Advantages of the indoor or outdoor session:

- A dive duration with educational content optimized for the practice environment

- An individualized follow-up of their progress with a systematic “debriefing” at the end of each dive

- A learning progression adapted to each age

Securité

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

We always ask for a medical certificate of no contraindication to diving issued by a general practitioner (for those over 14), or otherwise a 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 are always listening to participants to help them discover the underwater world while exploring and to help them perfect their technique, from beginner to advanced.

During your stay, groups are made up of a maximum of 8 young people for 1 instructor.

But underwater, whether you are in a ditch or at sea, you will always be a maximum of 4 young divers with 1 instructor.

Equipement personnel

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

NOS SPOTS

Saint-Pierre

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • Selection of the best diving spots in the Caribbean
  • Ideally located to discover the wild wealth of North Martinique
  • Exceptional location at the foot of Mount Pelée
  • Infinity pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea
  • Dive boats moored at the pontoon 150 m from the UCPA sports village

Lumbarda

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • Infinity pool
  • Adriatic sea view
  • In the heart of the village of Lumbarda
  • 10 minutes from the city of Korkula

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.

Bali Adult

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • North Bali, between sea and mountains
  • The authentic and peaceful village of Pemuteran
  • Hotel with pool 400m from the beach
  • A UCPA site far from mass tourism

Sanary

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • Beaches and lifestyle on the French Riviera
  • On-site sports activities
  • Village and typical fishing port 10 minutes away on foot
  • Superb shaded terrace overlooking Sanary Bay (bar/restaurant)
  • Spacious site spread over 3 ha of Pinède
  • Very beautiful region between the seaside and the Provençal hinterland

Guajimico

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • - an authentic and natural place
  • - an immersion in the heart of Cuban life

Sal

Séjour 18 ans et +

Les +:

  • Apartment adapted to create conviviality.
  • Located in the heart of the city of Santa Maria
  • 5 minutes from the beach.
  • You will dine in various restaurants in Santa Maria.

LES + UCPA

  • The UCPA is located near the best diving and snorkeling 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 diving 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 divers. 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 diving 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 divers.

Patricia Breton, diving expert at UCPA

À PROPOS DE L'ACTIVITÉ

The UCPA diving school offers all types of diving courses with or without a tank: introduction, training, exploration, nitrox.

At UCPA, you will find internships for all ages and for all desires in our pools or on the best spots in France and abroad.

We offer various formulas: beginner, training, exploration, exploration, deep or autonomous exploration, introduction or improvement in freediving, cruise and diving safari.

You can obtain certificates from the FFESSM (French Federation for Underwater Studies and Sports) on our French and foreign diving centers from level 1 to 3.
These patents give you the equivalent of the international certificates of the CMAS (World Confederation of Underwater Activities).
Some centers abroad can issue you with PADI certificates.

With its state-of-the-art facilities, our training center in Niolon allows you to learn or improve your skills in scuba diving in the best conditions.

Niveaux d'expertise possibles

Diving - Open to all

Open to everyone. Course open to all levels of divers, whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver. Depending on your skills, possibility of being trained or exploring.


Diving - Beginner

Know how to swim, but no experience or level of scuba diving is required.


Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* or Open Water Diver

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with a French or foreign diploma.


Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* confirmed

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with at least 10 dives in a natural environment after level 1.


Diving - N1 or CMAS 1* experienced

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with at least 20 dives in a natural environment after level 1.


Diving - PE40 (Supervised dive at 40m)

Diver N1 or CMAS 1 with the PE40 qualification, supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* or Advanced Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI)

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters with a French or foreign deep diving certificate.


Diving - N2 or PE 40 or CMAS 2* or Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI)

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters with a French or foreign deep diving certificate.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* or Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI) confirmed

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters and in autonomy with 1 or 2 team members up to 20 meters with at least 10 dives in a natural environment in the 30-meter zone after level 2.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* or experienced Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI)

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters and in autonomy with 1 or 2 team members up to 20 meters with at least 20 dives in a natural environment after level 2.


Diving - N2 or CMAS 2* expert + RIFAP

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 40 meters and in autonomy with 1 or 2 team members up to 20 meters, with at least 30 dives in a natural environment after level 2 including 10 dives in the 40-meter zone as well as the “Reaction and Intervention in the Face of a Diving Accident” skill.


Diving - N3 or CMAS 3*

Autonomous diver with 1 or 2 crew members up to 60 meters.


Diving - N3 or CMAS 3* experienced + RIFAP

Autonomous diver with 1 or 2 team members up to 60 meters with at least 50 dives in a natural environment as well as the “Reaction and Intervention Faced with a Diving Accident” skill.


Diving - N3 or CMAS 3* expert + RIFAP

Autonomous diver with 1 or 2 team members up to 60 meters with at least 50 dives in a natural environment, the “Reaction and Intervention Faced with a Diving Accident” skill, the 5 general skills of the FFESSM as well as the theoretical knowledge of level 4.


Diving - Nitrox confirmed (deep diving stay option)

A diver who can dive with all commonly used oxygenated mixtures (nitrox) as well as pure oxygen in decompression.


Matériel fourni

All the equipment necessary for the activity is made available to divers: “isothermal” suit adapted to the temperature of the water, regulator equipped with an octopus and a pressure gauge (systematically disinfected with virucidal products), fins, mask, mask, snorkel, snorkel, weight belt, stabilization vest and bottle.

Hardware not provided
Slippers and gloves are never provided for hygiene reasons.
The computer and the diving parachute are also not provided. They can be rented or loaned on site when they are made mandatory by regulations. For example for training or exploration programs, for independent diving or to exceed 20 m in depth.

Our entire equipment park is frequently renewed to offer you in France and the French overseas departments only recent and high-end equipment from the “SCUBAPRO” brand.
In 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 group and your instructor, equipment with your equipment on site and then you either practice from the shore or get on the dive boat.

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

The instructor offers some technical exercises for those who are learning. All dives end with exploration of the seabed, the instructor knows the site perfectly and takes you directly to the rocks or falls where you can see the most wildlife.

For “indoor” pit diving courses, 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:

- A dive duration with educational content optimized for the practice environment

- An individualized monitoring of your progress with a systematic “debriefing”

- The best diving spots or the most beautiful pools in the region

Securité

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

We always ask for a medical certificate of no contraindication to diving 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, or are in the process of professional training.

They are always at your disposal to help you discover the underwater world in exploration and to help you perfect your technique, from beginner to advanced, and even coaching for the most passionate.

During your stay, groups are made up of a maximum of 8 people for 1 instructor.

On some specific stays (“coaching” product), groups are limited to 4 people.

But underwater, whether you are in a ditch or in the sea, you will always have a maximum of 4 divers with 1 instructor, or 2 or 3 divers if you are on your own.

Equipement personnel

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

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