ACERS COGNAC
53 Rue d'Angoulême, 16100 Cognac, France, Cognac, FRA
About the Center
ACERS COGNAC is a dive center situated in the city of Cognac, France. Certified under CMAS/FFESSM standards, the center provides a range of diving courses, catering to both beginners and experienced divers looking to enhance their skills.
The facilities at ACERS COGNAC include Wi-Fi, ensuring that clients can stay connected during their stay. The center is dedicated to offering a safe and enjoyable learning experience for all its students, with an emphasis on quality training and underwater exploration.
ACERS COGNAC welcomes divers from around the globe and is positioned as an ideal destination for those visiting the Cognac region who wish to explore underwater activities. Their commitment to training excellence is reflected in their affiliation with recognized diving organizations such as CMAS and FFESSM.
Available Courses
8 cursosNiveau 3 FFESSM
Formation de plongeur autonome jusqu'à 60m. Niveau avancé permettant d'accéder à la plongée profonde en autonomie complète.
Initiateur FFESSM
Formation d'initiateur permettant d'encadrer et d'enseigner la plongée. Premier niveau d'encadrement pour transmettre votre passion.
NIVEAU 4
INITIATEUR
PLONGEUR NITROX
Formation le 13 février 2024 à Nautilis.
TRIMIX Élémentaire
Niveau 1 FFESSM
Formation de plongeur encadré jusqu'à 20m. Premier niveau de certification FFESSM/CMAS permettant d'explorer les fonds marins accompagné d'un moniteur.
Niveau 2 FFESSM
Formation de plongeur autonome à 20m et encadré jusqu'à 40m. Permet d'acquérir l'autonomie en plongée et d'explorer des profondeurs plus importantes.
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It's a club — an association under French law, affiliated with FFESSM (No. 02 16 0074) and CMAS. Membership and enrolment fees apply rather than pay-per-dive pricing. Contact the club via the website for current rates and the 2025–2026 registration form.
Pool sessions run at the X'Eau facility in Cognac, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 20h15, starting in September each year. Sessions pause during school holidays — check the club calendar for exact dates.
Yes — baptêmes are offered during the summer Été Actif programme at various locations including Jarnac, Châteauneuf, and the X'Eau pool in Cognac. Evening sessions typically run from around 19h to 21h. Dates are listed on the club calendar.
The club covers the full recreational pathway: Niveau 1, 2, 3, and 4. Instructor training (Initiateur, MF1) is also organised. Speciality training includes Nitrox Élémentaire, Nitrox Confirmé, Trimix Élémentaire, RIFAP first aid, TIV tank inspection, and cave diving initiation in the Lot.
It depends on the destination. Hendaye and Estartit trips target N2/N3 divers. The Lavandou autumn trip explicitly requires N3 minimum and includes deep dives. Baptêmes and introductory sessions are open to beginners. Check individual trip sheets (fiches) for requirements.
Yes — apnée is a structured strand of the club's activity. Training runs alongside scuba sessions, and the club participates in departmental meets, the Challenge François 1er in Cognac, Coupe de France rounds, palmathlon events, and NAP pool competitions.
Yes. The club has run trips to Egypt (Ras Mohamed and the Brothers Islands), Tenerife, Lanzarote, and various Spanish coastal sites. These are member-coordinated club departures — contact the named trip leader listed on the calendar for availability and registration.
The club has conducted HandiSub EH1 instructor training, indicating engagement with adapted diving under the FFESSM HandiSub programme. Contact the club directly for current provision.