Orbit Marine provides unbeatable depth of experience in all SCUBA related matters. If you have a…read morequestion, Captain Noel has the answer (and a compelling story to go with it). He'll help you get the gear you need and connect you with the training to make the most of it. Real, practical knowledge makes Orbit a genuine value. Don't send any more money to Jeff B. for spending on rocket fuel. Buy your gear from Noel at Connecticut's own Orbit Marine and learn the meaning of real value.

My husband wanted some squid for bait to take our grandchildren out fishing. Stopped in and quickly…read morehad what we needed!

It's hard to find a truly good dive shop in a place where most folks are just diving for work or…read moreheading away from. Long Island isn't a Mecca for diving, but those who do are hard core & need good, solid, no-nonsense gear. You won't find the flashy touristy stuff here, but if you need it, they probably have it or can help you get it. This place is small but packed & the staff are really helpful! Great local stop for all your SCUBA & snorkeling needs!

If you need a high quality dive shop with the best customer service you…read moreneed to shop at North Shore Aquatics. Mike Meyers and his team are the best in the business. Never wanting to sell unnecessary equipment when it comes to diving. I try to support local businesses whenever I can- and this shop is a gem.

I have been a client of PanAqua for over twenty years--they trained me, they've helped me with…read morediving questions and issues, and they have supplied me with all of my equipment. Diving can be a dangerous sport if the equipment you rent at a resort hasn't been properly serviced, I have always preferred to own my equipment personally as a long-term investment. Nearly every dollar I spent over 20 years ago, all of the equipment is in top shape and will last decades more. I have traveled on their trips from South Africa to Polynesia and beyond. Some reviewers say to consider Amazon or scuba websites, but when you're down 100 feet underwater, nobody cares how much you saved by going online. If your equipment fails, it's kablooey and you're dead. The instructors and owners are fantastic, and nobody can consult you better on equipment than Lorraine. She analyzes every option before suggesting a good match for you. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

I just had my PADI open water certification re-activated at Pan Aqua after 20+ years. Everyone at…read morethe shop was great to work with. From Harrison and Lorraine who walked me through getting a new, prescription mask (and snorkel) to Jae who worked with me in the pool and out over 3 days on my re-activation, everyone was stellar. The care, depth of knowledge and patience they exhibited and practiced were greatly appreciated and will no doubt prove invaluable as I head into my next diving phase. I'm sure I'll be back for more...Thanks, Pan Aqua.

Scuba Network Long Island is the best! Martha, Steve, and Michael are all amazing. I learned to…read moredive here with Steve as my instructor, and he made the whole process fun, safe, and super approachable. Since then, I've been on multiple trips with the shop (Bonaire, Little Cayman, and Hawaii), and every single one has been so well put together and a blast. Everyone at the shop is friendly, knowledgeable, and really makes you feel like part of the dive family. Highly recommend them for lots of different kinds of training, a wide range of gear at a great price, or travel -- they've given me some of the best experiences of my life!

Caring and helpful. Great experience in scuba training and purchasing gear. A class act.read more

Great lads at this local dive shop. Came in as I wanted to finally invest in my own mask + snorkel…read moreset for SCUBA and freedive. Staff members were super friendly with a love of the game, and were so helpful in giving me the right metrics by which to evaluate fit for my gear. Left with what I needed and will be back soon for a set of fins no doubt. Prices match those online so definitely strong value in coming in-person to try on difficult to fit gear like masks and fins. They also do courses and dive charters here, which I'd love to take advantage of soon.

I had a great experience with Scuba Network! When I got a last minute invitation to join an old…read morefriend on a scuba diving trip, I didn't want to pass up the opportunity. Unfortunately, I hadn't been diving in 30 years! I called the folks at Scuba Network and everyone I engaged with was extremely accommodating. They helped me sign up for an eLearning refresher course and encouraged me to grab the last spot in an upcoming beginner's, in-person, 2-day pool dive to reacquaint myself with the gear and familiarize myself with some new technology since I last dove (goodbye dive tables, hello dive computers!). They equipped me with all the regular gear and even helped me pick out a scuba mask with reading bifocals when I told them after the first day that I couldn't read my gauges. (Yes, bifocal masks are a thing!) Ryan Hoffman, my dive instructor, was fantastic. He was patient, easy-to-understand, thorough, and kept things moving well. He also didn't miss a thing. If someone seemed nervous during an underwater exercise, he was right there to put them at ease and help them master it. If someone didn't clear their mask of water fully, he had them try again until they crushed it. At every step he was enabling us to know how to do for ourselves because in Scuba, though it's a buddy sport, you don't want to leave the details to anyone else -- you're safest when you are self-sufficient. Within days, I felt as confident about scuba diving as I did 30 years ago when I got certified -- no, actually, I felt more confident! I can't wait to get back in the open water now, and I'm even considering getting my kids to take up this past time so we can go as a family. If so, I'll take them to Scuba Network to learn!

Great customer service on gear. I finally have a mask that fits! They have many snorkle masks and…read morethey are very patient so you can be selective.

I have been a loyal customer of Scuba New York for over 20 years. It's where I got my PADI open…read morewater certification and my TDI nitrox card. I bought my first set of gear here. I have continued to buy and service my gear here, even though I have moved out of the immediate area. I trust Robert implicitly- he will recommend what's best for me instead of what will make him the most money. I also like to support physical dive shops. Scuba New York is a great place for scuba equipment, advice and education.

Where Ken went for air, and to discuss the Brooklyn Dodger's. Staff a tad curmudgeonly, but they do…read moreknow their stuff.

Great dive shop, Danny & his dad have had this dive shop for over 30 yrs. when I am in NY I get all…read moremy& my students diving supplies here.

I was lucky enough to get invited to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go Cage Diving with…read moreSharks, but they told me I don't get to go to 30ft depths unless I get certified... So naturally, I had to google to find the best place in NJ and UADC came up on multiple occasions. The owners answered my calls themselves and they walked me through the entire process. I cannot tell you enough that the owners literally made sure I did everything required to get certified (and I'm a busy entrepreneur who doesn't check his personal email that often)... They're kinda amazing! Their shop also had every piece of equipment I could possibly ask for to get setup for my classes. Ask for Anne or Scott as your teachers (they were the best, and even though I was a nervous wreck for a few of the lessons, they made sure I had a great experience!.

Paul and the staff at Underwater Adventures are wonderful. Scuba diving, while fun and exciting,…read morecan be scary and intimidating. The instructors here are patient, enthusiastic, friendly, and helpful. They ensure that every new diver feels comfortable and has a great experience. I would absolutely recommend Underwater Adventures to any scuba diver, new and old for all of their scuba needs.