Scubacademy

Right in the heart of Milano, Scubacademy is where city dwellers take their first breaths underwater. As a PADI Resort training out of the pool at Università Bocconi, the centre turns every lesson into a welcoming, hands-on introduction to the underwater world — guided in English, French and Italian by two PADI Instructors.

Courses and what it's known for

The programme spans PADI Scuba Diving, Freediving and Snorkelling, alongside First Aid (EFR), Public Safety Diver and Adaptive Diving, plus conservation activities and a dive club. With an onsite training pool and classroom, beginners and aspiring certified divers learn in a modern, safe and engaging setting.

On-site comforts include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, food and drinks, and parking. The centre also handles air fills and rents scuba, kids' and freediving equipment. It suits anyone in Milano — from total newcomers to future certified divers — who wants the sea to start in the city.