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First Bubbles at Isola Bella: A supervised Baptism of Immersion with Nike Diving
A one-hour, instructor-led introduction to scuba in the Isola Bella nature reserve — discover breathing underwater to a safe maximum depth of 6 meters.
First Bubbles at Isola Bella: A supervised Baptism of Immersion with Nike Diving.
Known in Italy as the "Baptism of Immersion," Introdive with Nike Diving offers a compact, carefully supervised introduction to the underwater world in the protected waters off Isola Bella. In the shelter of the nature reserve a certified instructor guides newcomers through basic theory, breathing and equalization before a short, shallow dive that tests whether diving might become a lasting pursuit.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Isola Bella nature reserve — your classroom
The program takes place a stone's throw from the Nike Diving center inside the Isola Bella nature reserve, letting first-timers make their initial dive in a protected, scenic setting.
A short, confidence-building immersion
Known locally as "first bubbles," the experience places participants at a safe maximum depth of 6 meters for roughly twenty to thirty minutes of underwater time under instructor supervision.
Supervised by a certified professional
A PADI diving professional or divemaster conducts a detailed briefing on equipment, signals, breathing and equalization, then accompanies you underwater to teach essential skills and safety rules.
What the day feels like
What the hour feels like
The hour unfolds as a paced introduction: a meet at the Nike Diving center, a roughly 30-minute briefing and equipment orientation, then a short, supervised dive in the clear, protected waters off Isola Bella. You'll breathe from a regulator, practice basic skills and leave with a clear sense of whether to pursue full certification.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this intro dive suits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The session includes a detailed briefing and an introduction to all diving equipment; the operator handles orientation to the gear during the program.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the experience last?
The full program is one hour long, which includes roughly 30 minutes of briefing and preparation followed by the short supervised dive.
Where do we meet?
The meeting point is the NIKE Diving center located on the beach at Isola Bella in Taormina.
How deep will we dive?
The introductory dive is conducted to a maximum depth of 6 meters inside the Isola Bella nature reserve.
Is there a minimum age to participate?
Yes — the course is available to people aged 8 years and older.
Do I need to be certified already?
No prior certification is required; the dive is carried out under the direct supervision of a PADI diving professional and is intended as an introductory experience.