Baptême de plongée

The baptême at Centre ISA is run off the Plage du Kador, which sits 50 metres from the centre's building. That proximity means no long transit with kit on — the briefing happens at the base, equipment is fitted there, and the walk to the entry point is short. The dive itself takes place over the artificial structure just offshore, a spot that's been colonised by a documented range of species including jewel anemones, European lobster, cuttlefish, conger eels, and grey seals on occasion.

The format runs over a half-day: arrival and paperwork, equipment distribution and a run-through of what will happen underwater, then the immersion itself with one dedicated instructor per diver. After surfacing, there's time to change, rinse the equipment, and talk through the experience before the diploma is handed over. The ratio of one instructor to one diver throughout is what makes the experience work for all ages and confidence levels.

Children from 8 years old are eligible. For minors, a responsible adult must be present on-site for the full session. All equipment — fins, mask, BCD, regulator, tank, weights — is provided and is Scubapro throughout. The price is a flat 75€ with no additional charges.

About sixty species have been documented at the Kador site during baptême dives. The artificial structure gives first-timers immediate contact with fixed marine life and small fish at very shallow depth before any deeper exploration. It's a genuinely productive entry point that works both as training ground and as a real dive in its own right.