I can't say enough about this place...I called discreetly to ask questions about diving safety as…read moremy husband was currently in a predicament and in a hyperberic chamber at UCLA. Whoever I spoke to guided me about what the best way to handle everything would be. He spent a lot of time answering all of my questions in a very non-judgy way. Honestly, I wish that I dived as I would definitely give this place my business. I do not live locally there, or I would send my husband. Thanks to the expertise of the person who answered the phone at the shop, I can now encourage my husband to come clean about it and let the dive master know(as well as his dive buddy).

The nicest dive shop around to get your Nitrox tanks filled. They do lots of beach diving, which…read moreI've been getting into recently, and hope to dive with the crew here soon. And they're also nice, with fair prices, and seem incredibly experienced. Highly recommended.

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!

Amazing service, would definitely recommend these folks for all your scuba needs. Street parking…read morewas easy to find

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.!!!

Helpful and great selection. By far the best dive shop anywhere around. Robert is knowledgeable and…read morehelpful.

I can't say enough great things about SCDiving in Camarillo, CA! My daughter and I just completed…read moreour Open Water certification here and had an amazing experience from start to finish. The staff is incredibly professional and clearly knows their stuff. They explain everything in a way that's easy to understand and really make safety a top priority, which helped me feel confident in the water. What really stood out to me was their patience--especially with my 12-year-old daughter. The instructors were so encouraging and supportive with her, taking the time to make sure she was comfortable and confident while still keeping things fun. As a parent, that meant everything. You can tell they truly care about their students and love what they do. If you're looking for a dive shop with knowledgeable instructors, a welcoming atmosphere, and top-notch training, SCDiving is the place to go. We had an awesome experience and will definitely be diving with them locally and at Catalina! Robert, Dan, Zach, and Gaby are absolutely great- we are thankful for all their help! Especially getting on gear!

Joel did an excellent job teaching me as a beginner and also helped give my girlfriend tips as an…read moreamateur. He even taught her how to use a fiberglass board for the first time. He provided all the gear needed and a great attitude with a wealth of knowledge about surfing in Socal and beyond.

I called Joel in the late afternoon for a one-on-one surf lesson, and he was available the very…read morenext morning. Our lesson was at a beach location with hardly any other surfers (no crowds!) in gorgeous Malibu. Joel was laid-back, supportive, and gave me great constructive feedback - which I really appreciated. The prices for his lessons are very reasonable, especially given the quality of the instructor, attention given to the student, and lack of crowds. I highly recommend checking Surf the Bu out! *Note: the beach location we went to didn't have showers, so bring extra water to wipe off sand!

Esteban is the GOAT!! Best surf coach ever. Working with…read moreEste has helped me build more confidence in the ocean. His guidance is precise - clear and very digestible. Anytime I feel doubt or fear , Este's presence and spirit helps me stay calm. Most importantly when I surf with Este I'm having the most fun!! xoxo

Esteban is a truly gifted surf instructor. He watches closely and gives exact instructions for how…read moreto correct your form. He really cares about building good surfers. Totally recommend!

I went fishing with Rich Tauber's Guide Service and brought along my adult daughter and four year…read moreold granddaughter. We all had a wonderful time and caught fish all morning long. Our guide was Steve Morris, a terrific fisherman and a tremendous guy with a great sense of humor. I highly recommend Rich Tauber's service if you're serious about fishing and looking to have good time doing it. (6/28/26)

My first half-day trip with Rich. Great day! Got a lot of nice fish and one big porker! Definitely…read morewill be back!!

I had an exceptional experience with Kai yesterday. I moved…read moreto L.A. almost 7 years ago, and I always wanted to get in the water and learn to surf...and for one reason or another it never happened. Finally, I did a little research and Zuma Surf & Swim looked like my best option. I sent Kai an e-mail, and received a quick response. We lined up a session for me + 2 of my friends, and met yesterday morning @ Zuma Beach in Malibu. Kai greeted us with a smile, had our boards & wet-suits ready for us, and we made our way onto the sand pretty quickly. Kai is a natural teacher. He instantly makes you feel comfortable and excited about getting into the water. His enthusiasm for the sport and teaching people how to surf is obvious and genuine. He focuses on safety, and will give you the knowledge you need to get out there and get the hang of this sport. Before long, the 4 of us were in the water riding waves! All 3 of us got up several times and actually did some decent surfing! I went and bought a wet-suit and board of my own right after the lesson. I honestly can't wait to get back out there again. Kai, I can't thank you enough. You taught me a skill that I will use for many years. Thank you!

We chose to go with Zuma Surf & Swim Training with a party of four, and were assigned to Jonathan…read more He was very knowledgeable, patient, and overall gave us a fantastic experience. I thoroughly appreciated Jonathan's teaching style, giving us an hour-long lecture on the do's and don'ts of surfing. He provided the group with very helpful tips and encouraged us all throughout the day. Although our session was supposed to be two hours long, Jonathan wanted to ensure that we got a good run at surfing and went a little over time with us. The group rate is a little less expensive on a per person basis, but my experience with Jonathan makes me think that the best instructor to student ratio for beginners should be 1:2. Having 1:4 ratio made Jonathan work really, really hard and even then it was difficult for him to be able to spread his time evenly with the four students. I definitely appreciated Jonathan's effort and instruction, so I'd certainly recommend Zuma Surf & Swim Training to those looking for a positive surf lesson experience.