Adults and Children
The University Sports Centre of Bologna (CUSB) Swimming School has been recognized as a Federal Swimming School by the Italian Swimming Federation (FIN).
This designation certifies the excellence of our operations and guarantees adherence to the high quality standards set by the Italian Swimming Federation, regarding both methodology and organization.
Attending a FIN (Italian Swimming Federation) Swim School means entrusting yourself to a center of excellence. The "Federally-Certified Swim School" designation enhances all our instructional activities—swimming, water polo, diving, synchronized swimming, lifesaving, and water fitness—and certifies three fundamental pillars:
Our entire technical team—comprising the Sports Director, Pool Coordinator, instructors, lifeguards, and water fitness instructors—is trained and certified by FIN’s Technical Training Sector (SIT) and Lifesaving Division through specialized training programs conducted nationwide.
Our swimming school is structured to meet the needs of all age groups and skill levels, guiding students every step of the way:
Learning to swim must proceed in stages, respecting the pace and capabilities of each individual. The FIN (Italian Swimming Federation) has outlined a progression path structured into 6 instructional levels:
As a Federal Swimming School listed in the official SNF registry, CUSB is one of the few centers authorized to issue exclusive official FIN certifications and initiate training pathways to become a Lifeguard. Upon request—and subject to passing all tests and an evaluation by a Swimming and Lifesaving Coach—the following certificates are issued:
