Tor Paterno Diving

Tor Paterno Diving has been a fixture of the Italian diving scene since 1998. Based in Pomezia, the centre is positioned as a gateway to the waters surrounding Rome, offering easy access to the AMP di Roma. You can reach the diving sites with just two fin-strokes from the protected area, making it a convenient base for both local and visiting divers.

The centre is deeply rooted in the local maritime environment, providing a professional setting for everything from introductory dives to complex technical decompression training. Its long-standing presence in the region has established it as a reliable point for those looking to explore the Mediterranean coast with a focus on safety and structured progression.

The team is led by experienced professionals, including Gabriele De Sanctis, a NAUI Course Director, who brings a high level of expertise to the technical training programmes. This ensures that divers pursuing advanced certifications are learning from instructors with significant real-world experience.

In addition to standard SSI training, the centre is an official HSA (Handicapped Scuba Association) training centre for 2026. This commitment to adaptive diving means the staff is trained to support divers with disabilities, ensuring that the underwater environment is accessible to a broader range of people.

Instruction is conducted in both Italian and English, making it straightforward for international divers to follow technical briefings and coursework. The centre maintains a strict safety culture, emphasising the fundamental rule of never diving alone.

The centre offers a comprehensive curriculum through its SSI affiliation, covering the entire spectrum of diver development. You can begin with foundational courses before progressing through the various levels of open water certification.

For those looking to push their limits, Tor Paterno Diving provides specialised technical training. The course catalogue includes Intro to Tech, Sidemount Diver, Technical Decompression Diver, Helitrox Diver, and Technical Support Leader. These programmes are designed for divers ready to move beyond recreational limits and into the realm of advanced gas management and decompression procedures.

Beyond technical diving, the centre also provides training for Extreme Exposure Diver, catering to those looking to master diving in challenging environmental conditions.