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4.595 Google reviewsScuola Sub LNI Sez. Quinto, Lega Navale Italiana Quinto al mare
Dive with a long-standing maritime institution in Genoa, where decades of nautical expertise meet a deep commitment to Mediterranean environmental protection.
What sets this centre apart
- FIPSAS affiliated diving instruction in Genoa
- Established maritime club with history since 1970
- Wide range of scuba diving courses from beginner to advanced
- Availability of wetsuits, masks, and fins for hire
- On-site bar and social facilities for divers
- Dedicated focus on marine environmental protection
- Multidisciplinary centre offering sailing and canoeing
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Scuola Sub LNI Sez. Quinto, Lega Navale Italiana Quinto al mare about the centre
Situated in the Quinto al Mare district of Genoa, Scuola Sub LNI Sez. Quinto is part of the historic Lega Navale Italiana, an association with roots stretching back to 1897. This section of the club has been a fixture of the Ligurian coast since 1970, evolving from a local sports fishing society into a robust hub for maritime culture and underwater exploration.
The centre operates as a non-profit association, focusing on the promotion of nautical sports and the protection of the marine environment. For the diver, this means joining a community that values the sea not just as a playground, but as an ecosystem requiring stewardship and respect.
The club and its team
The club is managed by qualified instructors who oversee a wide range of activities, from initial entry-level training to more advanced underwater skills. As a FIPSAS-affiliated centre, the instruction follows rigorous national standards, ensuring a structured approach to every certification.
Beyond scuba diving, the centre is a multidisciplinary nautical hub. The staff supports various sporting groups, including sailing, canoeing, and fishing, making it a versatile location for those looking to immerse themselves in the broader maritime lifestyle of the Ligurian Sea.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- FIPSAS
- Certification level
- Diamond
- Operating since
- 1970
- Languages spoken
- Italian
- Website available in
- Italian
- Management
- Italian
- Equipment rental
- attrezzature per attività subacquea
- Rebreather
- Yes
- Access and transfers
- Via Giuseppe Majorana, 6/R - 16166 - GENOVA (GE)
- Phone
- +39 010 320 0297
- Address
- Via Giuseppe Majorana, 6, 16166 Genova GE, Italy
- Official website
- leganavale.it ↗
Courses on offer
The training programme is extensive, catering to both beginners and those looking to advance their technical abilities. For those starting their journey, the centre offers the Corso Base Open Water Diver -18m and the Corso Sub Open Water.
Experienced divers can progress through the Corso Advance Adventure - 30m or pursue more specialised training. The centre also provides instruction in ARA (autorespiratori) 1st and 2nd grade, ensuring a solid foundation in self-contained underwater breathing apparatus techniques.
Equipment and gases
The centre provides a range of equipment for hire to support your diving activities. You can find essential kit including wetsuits, masks, fins, and regulators available for use.
On-site facilities are designed for socialising and relaxation between dives. The club includes a bar and common areas, providing a place to debrief with your buddy pair after a session in the water.
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