Issimo ASD

Istria Peninsula, Croatia

The team at Issimo ASD are, without a doubt, our top recommendation if you’re looking to turn pro in Istria. They’re a PADI 5 Star IDC centre, which means they’re set up specifically for instructor development. We’ve found their dedication to teaching goes well beyond the standard. They run a tight ship, very professional, but it never feels overly formal. You’re learning with instructors who genuinely love what they do, and that energy is infectious. Instead of feeling like a student on a conveyor belt, we’ve always felt like part of their diving family. They’ve got a fantastic facility, with dedicated classrooms that make the theory side of things actually bearable. We’ve appreciated their practical approach to skill development, too. They use a heated pool for initial training, which is a blessing in the shoulder seasons when the Adriatic can be a bit nippy. This makes those first few confined water sessions much more comfortable, letting you focus on technique rather than shivering. For anyone serious about a career in diving, or just wanting to take their skills to an instructor level, Issimo ASD is our pick. They manage to combine rigorous training with a really supportive, fun environment.

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