Diving isn’t reserved for the few: with the right path, in just a few weeks you can earn a certification recognised all over the world. Here’s how you become a diver, one step at a time.
Updated: August 2026
The easiest way to start is to try. With a free pool try-dive you breathe underwater for the first time, guided by an instructor, and find out whether diving is right for you — at no cost and with no commitment.
The next step is the Open Water Diver, the first SSI certification. It qualifies you to dive independently with a buddy down to 18 metres deep, in any sea in the world. It’s recognised internationally and never expires.
The course is made up of three parts: the theory (which you can follow online or in the classroom), the pool sessions to get comfortable with the equipment, and the open-water dives along the Lazio coast. You work in small groups, always guided by an instructor.
Once you’ve earned your Open Water, the adventure has only just begun: you can carry on with advanced courses and specialties (depth, wrecks, nitrox, navigation and more), join the weekend outings and the trips we organise.
Safety and people are what matter: SSI and DAN certified instructors, small groups and genuine attention to every student. Learning in a calm, professional environment makes the difference from the very first dive.
It depends on your pace: the theory is flexible (you can even do it online), while the pool and open-water dives take just a few days. Many people complete the Open Water in a few weeks.
No. The path is designed for complete beginners: you just need to be able to swim and feel comfortable in the water.
Yes. It’s an international SSI certification, recognised everywhere and valid for life.
The Open Water Diver can be earned from age 10; there are dedicated programmes for younger children. The pool try-dive is suitable for teenagers and adults.