This is the best dive shop/instructor. Saralynn Turner is a gifted teacher, she does not lose…read morepatience with a student for not understanding or make a student feel stupid. she is a very talented instructor she does not come across as arrogant at all. A lot of people could instruct and teach other people how to scuba dive but it takes someone special to be a genuine teacher and Saralynn is definitely a very talented teacher.

A great place for an EASY non-stressful experience. Feel land locked? Saralynn is a successful…read moretravel agent and she can also go as your guide.

I am a 23 year customer of The Dive Shop and there is a reason for that! In fact, two reasons: 1…read more Technical expertise. and 2. Excellent customer service. For those interested in learning the great sport of SCUBA, you will not find a more knowledgeable group of professionals. As awesome and safe as SCUBA is in the 21st century, without proper training it is still dangerous. So, when one's life depends on skills and equipment knowledge one should seek out those who can impart those life preserving skills the best and that would be The Dive Shop! On top of that, Randy and his crew, across the board, treat everyone like family and long lost friends as soon as you walk through the door! Their service department is second to none as well, so if you are already certified and just need your equipment brought up to date you can count on them to do it right and do it quickly.

Just attended a 60th Anniversary celebration there and realized I'd never rated them so will…read morecorrect that now. If you're reading this - you probably fit under one or more of the following: 1) You're considering becoming a diver, 2) You're a diver new to the area; 3) You need to find a local place to service or buy equipment. I think I can recommend them on all these points. I got qualified as a diver there in 2008. They've answered my questions, given me advice. The training has prepared me for events both expected and not, thus enabling me to have fun instead of fear. In short, they've literally kept me alive. They have instructors with varying personalities. I think it's safe to say that all of them have the skills to help you gain certification/improve. However, they all have different personalities. I'd recommend asking about that - perhaps even going as far as interviewing instructors to gauge compatibility. They've arranged purchases and travel, even when I wasn't buying from them. Some items can be bought cheaper through the internet, but we will always need a local shop to provide pool training, fill our tanks and such, so I frequent them to help keep them open. They organize group dive trips to exotic locations at a fair price. During the summer they get small groups to go to local quarries so you can both practice and gain friendships. I met my primary dive buddy in this manner (having a dive buddy allows you to dive more often!). They're not perfect, but they're all about encouraging/enabling you to get out and dive. Can't ask for more than that.

Summer is here and if you're looking to try something new and adventurous, EJ's Diving Adventures…read moreis a great place to start! Scuba diving is not something that's been on my bucket list forever, and if I'm being honest, not something I thought I would enjoy...but I do! A lot. I'm really thankful I got talked into taking the classes and getting PADI certified. I mean, what girl doesn't want to be a mermaid? The classes met once a week for 5 weeks. After the classroom studies and tests, it's time practice in a pool under the supervision of certified instructors for another 5 modules. The final open water dive certification is in Pelham, Alabama at Blue Water Park. They plan it as a weekend trip and it's a fun time as a group! The instructors have been diving almost my entire life, and one is a retired teacher, so she's very patient and will definitely give you one on one time if needed. I needed it and got it from both of them. The classes are $450 per person. If you're already certified, they sell diving equipment and give refresher courses.

Dedicated team to the ensure your safety and enjoy the beautiful world underwater. The team makes…read moreyou feel like family!!

I got my SSI Open water certification several years ago with Mike Crocker at H20 in Memphis. It was…read morea life changing experience, something I had always wanted to do. We had classes at his shop, an easy to understand book study, and pool sessions that prepared me to be successful in the lake to complete my certification. Throughout the classes and instruction, Mike was very knowledgeable and patient. I loved learning how to be a safe diver. While I lived in Memphis I got my Advanced Open Water certification with Mike's instruction and I went on two cool dive trips with Mike and H20 divers. We went to Cozumel and Curacao ( for a week each trip.) I had a blast and felt very confident as a new diver. I highly recommend H20 for all your diving needs.,I bought all of my equipment from Mike and he services it for me Highly recommend H20! 5 stars for sure.

I took my open water scuba class with Mike. Did my check out in vortex springs Florida. I had a…read morewonderful time. Everything was smooth and easy. Mike was very patient with all of us. I since have been to Heber Springs with Mike and other groups. I also had the pleasure of going to Madison Alabama and diving at Rock Divers with Mike and a class. Enjoyed it so much I took my advance open water class there as well. I highly recommend H20 of Memphis for all your scuba needs. Thanks Mike!!!

I came in to get a flash suppressor removed off an M4 and they did it flawlessly and for freeread more

Been doing business with DNW for about 10 years now. Have had great experience with them. They've…read moreoften had what I needed in stock. Staff has always been respectful and quick to offer assistance. Sales and transfers went without hitches. Staff has been especially helpful with gunsmithing projects. They always completed them quickly and satisfactorily. This week, they removed an existing AR barrel and installed a new one I provided in about an hour while I waited. Good communication happened during this as staff working on this had not previously done this with the particular arrangements (standard mil-spec.) on my AR/barrels. His willingness to listen to me prevented unnecessary and parts damaging steps he originally thought had to be done to complete this task. Took the AR to Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex today. It functioned flawlessly, zeroed easily and delivered expected accuracy, hitting 10" steel @ 200 with red dot sight.

Customer service is not good. Called to see a quote about getting my breaks on my bike fixed. When…read morei told them i got the bike from academy they told me "well they can just fix it". academy does not fix bikes , when we called gearhead back they said they were busy and couldn't guarantee they could get it in until august and then hung the phone up. Zero help was given and the associate was rude.

Local store everyone is so nice to work there, a little on the pricey side, but great products!read more

They do have a nice selection of clothing and shoes however the associate failed to give me my…read morereceipt for the shoes. I tried to exchange them but with no receipt, they offered me $15!!!! For a pair of $65 Adidas!!! VERY unhappy

I am NOT a "sports" guy…read more Search "Varsity" anything in my high school yearbook for "Zero" results. I also have an aversion to taking life of any sort; so a "Hunter" I am not. That being said, Academy is still a real wonderland, even for the "non-athlete". Lots of lonely fat guy sporting goods here including Kayaks and accessories, geeky stuff, cycling, swimming pool fun and maintenance, gardening boots, or whatever other non-assault-weapon based activities you may be interested in! Here's a tip, Boys love flashlights! If you are an Uncle/Aunt/Grandparent looking for the perfect gift for any male of the species, you cannot go wrong with a flashlight! and Academy has them in Aces! Every number of batteries,blinding lumens, waterproof, crushproof, etc, etc! This is a really fun store to explore. Tons of deep clearance at anytime. Great displays and in store "experiences" (should you need to select the perfect putter whatever that is). Nice and helpful employees, ample stock, ample goodness. Approved!