Issimo ASD - Istria Peninsula

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.

Location
Istria Peninsula, Croatia, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
45.432380, 11.858276
Phone
+39 346 249 0434
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.issimosub.it
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star IDC [padi:9194]
Address
C/O Padova Ring-Stadio Euganeo, Via Nereo Rocco, 35135 Padova (PD) No State, Italy

Dive Sites Near Issimo ASD

Issimo ASD provides access to 15 dive sites in Istria Peninsula.

Other Dive Centres in Istria Peninsula

Best Time to Dive in Istria Peninsula

The warmest water temperatures in Istria Peninsula occur in August, averaging 26.1°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 11.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 13.5°C
  • February: 11.9°C
  • March: 11.8°C
  • April: 13.4°C
  • May: 17.0°C
  • June: 22.4°C
  • July: 25.6°C
  • August: 26.1°C
  • September: 23.6°C
  • October: 20.3°C
  • November: 17.8°C
  • December: 15.8°C

Marine Life in Istria Peninsula

Home to 48 recorded species including 28 reef fish, 7 sharks & rays, 3 other, 2 crabs & lobsters, 2 octopus & squid, 1 whales & dolphins.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Istria Peninsula

Based on average water temperature of 18.3°C, currents 2 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 18°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories