Etoile De Mer Senlisienne
9 Av. Georges Clemenceau, 60300 Senlis, France, Senlis, Oise, FRA
About the Center
L'Étoile De Mer Senlisienne, a dive center based in Senlis, France, offers a comprehensive range of courses for all levels, from Discover Scuba Diving to the Instructor Development Course (IDC). The center is SSI certified and also provides training in Freediving, Deep Diver, and FFESSM levels (Niveau 2, Niveau 3, and Niveau 4 Guide Palanquée).
Facilities at the center include lockers, a bar, and a swimming pool for training, along with equipment rental and air fills (including nitrox). The dive center is equipped to facilitate a variety of diving experiences, catering to both beginners and experienced divers looking to advance their skills or explore specific specialties.
The club demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusivity, having recently organized the first part of the EHN1 training (Instructor for Disabled People Level 1) to support individuals with moderate disabilities in their diving practice. This initiative allows instructors to acquire the necessary skills for safe and respectful accompaniment, fostering a more open and accessible diving experience for everyone.
L'Étoile De Mer Senlisienne also excels in the realm of freediving, as evidenced by the recent achievements of its freedivers at the Hauts-de-France Championships. Several titles were secured, including champions in static and dynamic apnea with a monofin, showcasing the club's high level of performance and the dedication of its members. One of their freedivers has even qualified for the French AIDA team and will be participating in the world championships.
Beyond its training offerings and competitive activities, the club fosters enjoyment and camaraderie. It provides opportunities for night dives and features a bar where members can relax and share their experiences. The language spoken at the center is Italian, which may be an advantage for some visitors.
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2 cursosPréparation Niveau 1 (Plongeur Encadré 20 m)
Le cours de niveau 1 de l'EDMS est la première qualification officielle de la FFESSM, et l'ensemble — théorie et examen final — est géré au sein du club par des moniteurs diplômés. L'entraînement en piscine a lieu le…
Preparation Level 2 (Autonomous Diver 20m / Supervised Diver 40m)
Le niveau 2 à l'EDMS est une progression tant en théorie qu'en temps dans l'eau. Les séances du mercredi soir se déroulent de 20h30 à 22h00 à la piscine de Senlis, et le club gère en interne la formation et l'examen…
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The club is affiliated with the FFESSM (Fédération Française d'Etudes et de Sports Sous-Marins), number 09600511. All levels follow the FFESSM framework.
Level 1 and level 2 are both taught and examined within the club by qualified instructors. Levels 3 and 4 are validated through the CTD Oise (Commission Technique Départementale). Nitrox training is also offered.
Yes. Under current FFESSM regulations, a medical certificate or CACI is required for all three disciplines — scuba, freediving, and finswimming — before you can practise.
Yes. The club has trained five EHN1-certified instructors (Encadrant Handicap Niveau 1), the FFESSM qualification for supervising divers with moderate disabilities. Adapted sessions have already been run at the municipal pool.
Scuba level 1 training runs Thursday evenings 21h00–22h00. Higher scuba levels train Wednesday evenings 20h30–22h00. Freediving is Tuesday evenings 20h30–22h00. Finswimming is Monday evenings 20h30–22h00. All pool sessions are at the covered pool in Senlis, outside school holidays.
Yes. The club has run trips to Galéria in Corsica (where several members passed their level 1 and level 2 in open water), Giens on the Mediterranean (including Nitrox dives), and Marseille's Frioul archipelago. These trips are organised within the club for members.
Yes. The club runs separate sections for freediving (apnée) and finswimming (nage avec palmes), each with its own training sessions, membership pack, and FFESSM certification pathway. Finswimming is open from age 16.
The club premises are at 9 Avenue Georges Clémenceau, 60300 Senlis. You can drop by on Wednesdays from 20h00. Pool sessions are at the covered municipal pool in Senlis on Mondays and Wednesdays from 20h30.