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The strengths of the CIP in Nice

1st FFESSM center in France and overseas out of 4206 diving structures (ranking established according to the number of licenses and certificates issued) since 2021.
Centre open all year round without interruption.
Merchant Marine armed vessel, guaranteeing comfort and safety for our diving passengers.
There is always someone on the boat for security/safety during the dive.
Specialized in every type of courses (all levels).
Protected dive sites rich in drop-offs, gorgonians, coral, and caves for exploration dives
The French Riviera enjoys a privileged climate.
Fully Aqualung brand equipped (world's leading supplier of diving equipment).
All our instructors are E3 or E4 state diploma.
The only club in Nice to offer computer rental.

Our Certifications

FFESSM/CMAS:
From First Dive to preparation for Instructor.
All mixed courses Nitrox.
AP Diving Rebreather Training.
PADI: from Scuba Diver to Divemaster.

Internship and level 4 exams in 2026:

From April 13th to April 23rd, exam on April 24th and 25th

From 01/06 to 11/06, exam on 12/06 and 13/06

From 21/09 to 01/10, exam on 02/10 and 03/10

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Assurances

Prestations

Available for reservation

Take advantage of all the services available in our Scuba Diving Center. From training to exploration, you will find your happiness to enjoy your stay in the water serenely. Make sure you book well in advance. We look forward to seeing you soon at the CIP Nice.

News and Announcements

Things are constantly moving at CIP Nice, and as valued users it is important to us that you stay informed. Browse announcements about our events.

Winter program

Booking

Gift card

We are now open 6d/7. (We are closed Thursday all day and Sunday afternoon)
Appointments are at 8:30 am and 1:30 pm.

Reservations are made the day before, before 6 p.m. at the latest by email or phone (06.09.52.55.57).
To specify your level and mobile number and the dive concerned.

For information about a gift voucher, please call us on 06.09.52.55.57.

Jaufret VIAL

E4 DEJEPS, grew up in the diving environment, and has been able to enrich himself with the experience of his father.
Driven by his desire to share his passion for diving, he will be able to guide you during your stay at the CIP.

Richard VIAL

BEES 2, Instructor Nitrox, Instructor PADI.21000 dives… Trainer of the RAID diving team, of the Oceanographic Museum, he did the first dive of Commander Cousteau's little girls… and his passion is still overflowing !

The center

Close to the port, the center has

more than 60 blocks distributed between 12 and 15 liters
children's blocks of 6, 8 and 10 litres
about thirty vests
more than fifty wetsuits of all sizes, from the brand Aqualung.
The regulators, about thirty of them, are Aqualung brand and are serviced once a year.
Fins, masks and snorkels are also provided and are sufficient to equip all the divers of the René-Madeleine.
In addition, the CIP has two compressors with capacities of 50 and 60 m³/hour. Our facilities include a 100 m² reception area, a classroom, and an administrative office.