Just completed my open water refresh with Steven after some years off. I had an excellent…read moreexperience getting my muscle memory back and prepping me for my Kauai dive. He's very patient and calm while keeping instruction clear and concise. I left feeling completely confident and ready to hit the water again. I highly recommend LA Scuba Diving for your training needs.

Got my PADI openwater cert with LA scuba diving. Steve who…read moreruns the place was super accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure i had the best experience including being flexible with some of my last minute changes. Janet who was my instructor was so knowledgeable, funny and knew the best burger spot on catalina island! The equipments were in excellent condition as well. The full course took 3 days (2 weekends) and i went from bobbing around the pool like an apple to fully comfortable and fully enjoyed my dive well before the end of the course. Highly recommend!

Huge fan of Hollywood Divers, and support my local dive shop whenever I can. Great that they can…read moreservice all my gear. Had an issue with my inflator with integrated octo, and they helped me upgrade to an Atomic. Had an issue with my Atomic reg, and they fixed it no problem. Wanted to upgrade to a steel tank, done. Needed to replace my computer, and they helped me find one with a better display. All that and fills, local, and exotic dive trips. Huge thanks to Hal and the whole Hollywood Divers team!!!

I have been a fan of Hal and his partners and team at Hollywood divers for over 20 years. There is…read moreno other place to go in the Los Angeles area, the greater Los Angeles area to take classes, to buy equipment, to get advice, these guys are the real deal. They don't try to sell you things you don't need, the value you get for what you pay here is above expectations. It's a great business, run by friendly people who care. They have passion for what they do. They care about their clients. They put their whole heart into their business. It's a small locally owned business. The kind of business you want to support. Absolutely love this place. They deserve 10 stars. Yelp only allows me to give five they rock.!!!

I have a teen headed to Emerald Bay for summer camp…read more I have called this shop over and over worried about my special needs kiddo. He tested out the Discovery course and was patiently given a head start to success. I am so Grateful for all the help navigating forms and camp and scuba . We are ready for an amazing summer.

Absolutely horrible operation. Amateurish personnel coupled with mendacity, gaslighting and…read moreineptitude. My console hose came loose literally five dives after it had been "serviced." Fortunately, it was at 40 feet rather than 100 feet. This was after a debacle regarding the regulator "being ready." Anyone concerned about their own safety in the water should steer clear of this dump.

Went to Eco from my Open Water Certification and the entire experience was fantastic! Very…read moreknowledgeable and polite staff assisted with gear rental recommendations and my instructor Kendra was nothing short of a pleasure to work with! Training was very hands on and any questions regarding hypothetical scenarios and specific circumstances were answered with knowledge built from experience. She took initiative to make sure all of the students were tended to and accommodated, as the different students came into the class at different levels of comfort with being in the water. More importantly, the entire experience was FUN! You can tell everyone in the shop loves what they do and makes you feel very welcome. I will be pursuing my other certifications here and will definitely book more trips through them in the future!

I visited Eco Dive to get my open water certification. The staff were so helpful and knowledgeable…read moreabout all things scuba and got me the best deal with the equipment I bought. They price match for most items and also give you a student discount if you're taking one of their courses which is nice. My instructors were super helpful and now that I'm scuba certified I can't wait to go scuba diving!

Incredible service and knowledge by Brett. There was no pressure to sell my anything, but he…read moreoffered up his incredible experience of many thousands of dives. For sure, once certified on my upcoming trip to the Philippines, I'll be diving with Brett, and the dives he puts together here around CA, and globally. He's also quite funny, which is an added bonus.

Not to repeat what everyone else says but if you're looking for great equipment or a good price and…read morestraightforward information no pressure, etc. this is your place. Very impressed and thankful for my new equipment.

Dan was such a patient instructor. Received outstanding service and instruction!!! Would definitely…read morerecommend their shop.

If you are looking for a great place to get certified, consider Scuba Steve! Him and his crew spend…read morelots of quality pool time, making sure that you understand all the skills needed to be safe and pass your test. We had a pretty decent size group with plenty of instructors around to answer any and all questions. I felt like I had my own private instructor, which was great. They take care of everything for you, and if you need gear, stop by the shop!

This place is not just going out of business, it is gone. Their website says they are having a…read moregoing out of business sale and they list their hours of operation. Too late. I went there today and it is closed. Shame. You can see through the window there is still merchandise. I was looking forward to buying some of it. Maybe this is why they had to go out of business in the first place. Bad management.

Larry and his team are amazing, my 17 yr old son, and his friend, went thru their certification…read moreprogram. The boys enjoyed the training, the dive days, and both became certified. 100% recommend!

I called Sheri a bit over a month ago, trying to find an instructor to certify me before my scuba…read morediving trip. Everyone in Santa Barbara and vicinity was booked for a solid month and I needed to get certified within two weeks. Sheri patiently listened to my story and next day (after putting out some desperately-seeking-instructor messages), connected me with a fantastic instructor (Michael Francisco). Located on Catalina Island. LOL! I had not intended to make this extra three-day trip so close to my 2 week vacation, but hey... you do what you gotta do. And it was a truly educational and beautiful experience, which accomplished my goal and that I would not have known was an option had it not been for Sheri.  She also made a great recommendation for a scuba diving vacation location, which my instructor echoed. I went with their idea and was gifted an incredible diving trip. Sheri and my instructor continue to give me pointers about all kinds of things scuba-related and I am very grateful to have literally, stumbled upon such great resources. Thank you for all of your amazingness, Sheri and Michael!

We spent two days- a total of six dives- with Sheri's expert guidance of the Anacapa Island's dive…read moresites: Cathedral Cove, Landing Cove, West Winfield Scott, Garden Spot, Canyons and Gold Fish Bowl. Sheri helped us to find the most incredible sea life! She is detail-oriented in terms of safety - as one would expect an instructor/dive master to be. Sheri is also a really fun person with a wealth of experience, wisdom and a true love of the ocean and its inhabitants. I highly recommend her to anyone interested in some fantastic diving...

Sharkey's isn't just a dive shop to us. It's where something really special started…read more From the very first phone call -- which turned into a 30+ minute conversation just vibing and asking questions...we knew this was our place. Craig, the owner, made everything feel easy and personal from the start. Signing up for classes, scheduling, getting certified... all seamless. No pressure, no ego, just genuine passion for diving and people. Craig even moved class dates around to accommodate our schedules. Who does that? That level of care meant everything to us. The entire team was incredible. Supportive, patient, knowledgeable, and just good humans. We didn't just learn how to dive...we built confidence, memories, and friendships that will last a lifetime. We'll absolutely be continuing our certifications here and buying our gear here. No question. We thought we were signing up for scuba classes. What we found was a dive family.

Craig and his team are absolute pros. I have been diving since 1998 and finally my three sons are…read moreold enough to get SCUBA-certified too. Whether you choose PADI or NAUI, the team at Sharky's make it as painless as possible. Great selection of gear and great pricing whether you are an entry-level diver or the most technical gear-head. Student discounts make it all approachable, especially when purchasing 3 of everything. It's great having a local dive shop that knows what they are doing as well as make you feel like family. What a valuable resource to have this far inland!

Stew has more than 45 years of scuba diving experience. His patience and attentiveness stand out…read morethe most about his instruction, always creating a safe and nurturing environment for his students. Stewart's exceptional observation skills ensure a seamless harmony with the ocean's rhythm, making every dive an insightful journey. What truly sets Stewart apart is his focus on safety, combined with a lighthearted demeanor that makes every dive educational and enjoyable. His presence is reassuring and comforting - diving with Stewart feels like being in the care of a trusted friend. It's no wonder I entrust him with the most precious part of my world: he's guiding my three daughters toward their dive certifications and skillfully training me for my dive master certification. In Stewart's hands, I feel entirely secure and confident in his ability to transform us into confident, competent divers. Stewart isn't just an instructor; he's a guardian of the deep and a mentor for a lifetime of underwater adventures.

Reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I have personally dived with Mr. Deats several times, and…read morehave always had a fantastic experience. Some of those were complemented by some fun underwater pictures. Highly recommended.