CIPA

The CIPA (Centre International de Plongée en Apnée) is a freediving school and club based in Nice, France, on the French Riviera. Dedicated exclusively to freediving, the center welcomes both beginners and experienced freedivers looking to discover, improve, or train in the sport of breath-hold diving. Founded by Loïc Leferme and established in Nice since 2002, CIPA is recognized within the freediving community for its involvement in international freediving competitions, world-record performances, and athlete training. The center has become an important part of the history of deep freediving in France. CIPA offers a variety of freediving activities throughout the year, including sea freediving sessions, pool training for static and dynamic apnea, introductory freediving experiences, and freediving courses for different skill levels. Training sessions are conducted by experienced instructors with a strong focus on safety, technique development, and responsible interaction with the marine environment. Located at the Base Municipale de l’Aigle Nautique in Nice, CIPA provides direct access to the Mediterranean Sea, making it an ideal destination for freediving training, depth training, and recreational apnea. Whether you are taking your first breath-hold diving course or seeking advanced freediving practice, CIPA offers year-round opportunities to train and develop your skills in one of Europe's most renowned freediving locations.

Whether you are looking to discover apnea for the first time or earn a recognised freediving certification in Villefranche-sur-Mer / Nice, CIPA provides a structured path. The school accepts both first-time freedivers and experienced divers pursuing deeper progression. Instruction is available in English and French.