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Mateua Dive

Plaça Punta Montgó, 8, 17130 L'Escala, Girona, Spain, L'Escala, Girona, ESP

LanguagesEN · ES · CAKid-friendlyYes
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Season
all year
Kid-friendly
Yes
Accessible
No

About the Center

Mateua Dive, located in the picturesque town of L'Escala on the Costa Brava, positions itself as a center dedicated to sharing a passion for diving with its visitors. As an SSI-certified dive center, it offers a range of courses designed for all levels, from the immersive Discover Scuba Diving experience to the widely recognized Open Water Diver course. It also provides specialized courses such as Enriched Air Nitrox, along with Snorkeling activities and Boat Diving excursions, ensuring a comprehensive marine adventure for everyone.

The facilities at Mateua Dive are geared towards providing the utmost comfort for divers. They include showers for post-dive relaxation, a restaurant and bar for leisure and socializing, and a classroom equipped for effective learning. Furthermore, the center offers equipment rental, a dive shop, and air and Nitrox fill services. The convenience of transfers to the boarding point and airport transfer services further underscore their commitment to a hassle-free customer experience.

The Mateua Dive team is described as passionate about the sea and committed to client safety and satisfaction, believing that a great dive begins with confidence. The center places a strong emphasis on fostering a welcoming environment, both in the classroom and on their well-equipped and adapted diving boats, which provide ample space for gear and all necessary safety measures. Effective communication is key, as the team speaks Catalan, Spanish, English, and French.

Available Courses

5 cursos

Open Water Diver

Entry-level scuba certification course. Learn fundamental open water diving skills. Includes theory, confined water practice and open water dives.

Beginner
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Prueba de Buceo

A first contact with diving, performing your first dive with a dedicated instructor.

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Guía de Buceo

€900
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Advanced Open Water Instructor

The Advanced Open Water Instructor program is designed for experienced divers looking to enhance their teaching capabilities and expand their expertise in advanced diving techniques. This course focuses on developing the skills and knowledge required to effectively teach advanced open water concepts and supervise dives in more challenging conditions. It builds upon existing instructor qualifications, refining leadership and instructional abilities. Participants will learn to guide divers in various advanced scenarios, including deeper dives, navigation challenges, and specific environmental conditions. The curriculum emphasizes risk management, effective demonstration of advanced skills, and providing constructive feedback to students. This level of training is crucial for instructors who wish to offer a broader range of educational experiences to their clients. This program often involves practical application, where candidates may co-teach with experienced instructors or lead training sessions under supervision. The goal is to ensure that graduates are fully prepared to handle the responsibilities associated with teaching advanced open water courses. The SSI format and standards are integrated throughout the training, ensuring consistency and quality. By completing the Advanced Open Water Instructor seminar, professionals gain the confidence and competence to manage more complex diving activities. It's a significant step in a diving professional's career, enabling them to cater to a wider clientele and offer more specialized training.

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Night Limited Visibility

The Night Limited Visibility specialty course at Mateu d'Dive is designed for certified divers aiming to enhance their skills in low-light and night diving conditions. This specialty focuses on the unique challenges presented by reduced visibility, which significantly alters underwater perception and marine life behavior. Participants will gain practical experience in navigating, orienting themselves in darkness, and understanding the specific protocols required for safe night dives. The course emphasizes mastering the use of dive lights and adapting communication techniques for these environments. This specialty training provides a different perspective on the underwater world, revealing nocturnal creatures and behaviors often unseen during daylight hours. You will learn to assess conditions, select appropriate equipment for night diving, and manage your dive profile effectively. The course covers essential safety procedures tailored for low-visibility scenarios, ensuring divers can confidently manage potential risks. Understanding the nocturnal ecosystem adds a fascinating dimension to your diving repertoire. Mateu d'Dive offers this specialty with IDEA and SSI certifications, allowing divers to expand their credentials. While specific dive site details for this specialty are not provided, the center's commitment to diver education is evident through its multiple certification agencies. The course aims to build confidence and competence in challenging underwater environments, preparing divers for a wider range of exploration opportunities. The climate data for the region indicates variable conditions throughout the year. For instance, sea temperatures average around 18.9°C, with air temperatures ranging from 9.6°C in December to 26.6°C in August. While specific visibility figures are not detailed, the course's focus on limited visibility implies training for conditions where clarity may be reduced, a common factor in night dives or certain seasonal periods. This makes the training particularly relevant for divers seeking to broaden their operational window beyond daylight hours.

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Services

Air fillsNitrox fillscenterDetail.svc_transportServicingGuided divesBoat dives

Facilities

Classrooms
Showers
Compressor
Workshop
Cafe

Specialties

🧪Nitrox🧒Kids🛟RescueTechnical diving📷Underwater photography

Brands they work with

MaresScubaproCressiAqualungSuunto

Destinations & trips

Egipto
Mar Rojo
2 veces al año
Maldivas
Atolón Sur Malé
Anual
Indonesia
Komodo
Cada 18 meses
México
Cozumel
Anual

Recommended dive sites

The spots this centre offers its students

Cueva de los Tiburones
18 m max. Open Water
Pecio HMS Sussex
32 m max. Advanced
Jardín de Coral
12 m max. Discover Scuba
Bajada del Cabo
25 m max. Open Water
Pared Azul
40 m max. Deep Diver
Arrecife de las Morenas
16 m max. Open Water

Climate

Annual average

Monthly historical data to plan your dives

13°
Jan
14°
Feb
16°
Mar
18°
Apr
21°
May
25°
Jun
28°
Jul
29°
Aug
26°
Sep
22°
Oct
17°
Nov
14°
Dec
Air temp (°C) Sea temp (°C) Rain (mm)

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Frequently asked

What people ask before booking

Mateua Dive offers a range of SSI-aligned courses, from introductory experiences like the Try Dive and Open Water Diver (OWD) to professional levels such as Divemaster, Instructor Assistant, and various Instructor specialities. They also mention opportunities for eLearning and forum participation to earn points and badges.

We operate with two boats: a 9.20-meter vessel capable of carrying 24 passengers and a 12-passenger Zodiac, allowing for flexible group sizes and dive site accessibility.

The center provides a classroom designed for learning, shower facilities for post-dive comfort, and offers air and Nitrox fills. They also have a workshop for practical sessions and a cafe area for relaxation.

Yes, we offer a regulator technical inspection service, emphasizing precision and the use of original spare parts. Customers can fill out a form to receive a quote within 24-48 hours.

Yes, Mateua Dive provides a free transport service to the boarding point to simplify logistics and enhance the customer experience.

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Plaça Punta Montgó, 8, 17130 L'Escala, Girona, Spain, L'Escala, Girona, ESP


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