Maverick UnderSea Divers

(28 reviews)

0.3 mi

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!

Ive been diving with this shop since last august. After watching how incredible they have been…read morecertifying dozens of new divers, I enrolled my stepson for his junior open water certification. Not only did he have a blast and leave the water with more confidence than ever, but they paid so much attention to his safety and experience that I have decided to sign up my nieces and nephews as well! As for leveling up certifications, they're the place to go! I'm in the rescue diver training now and have had such a wonderful, informative experience that I am already saving up for more specialty certifications. Looking for a shop to join for social dives or leveling up certifications? Maybe you just need some new gear, fair prices, and/or good recommendations. No matter what you're looking for you'll find it here. Ive logged hundreds of dives in my 15 years of diving , so I can say with confidence: they're the BEST there is!!

Catalina was beautiful underwater and overwater!

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Channel Islands Dive Adventures

(26 reviews)

6.4 mi

As always the crew from CIDA treated us like family, spoiling us with great dives, incredible…read moreviews, unbelievable hospitality of course delicious food. We'll be back again soon to dive with the CIDA crew.

The Channel Islands had been on my diving list for quite some time. Had planned to make a SBI trip…read morewith two friends, who had to bail at the last minute. Ken was more than accommodating of the changes, and continued to roll with the punches the whole weekend. The group was around 15 experienced divers, all friendly and humble. Captain and crew were equally fun and skilled. We re-routed the trip based on weather, and ended up with average conditions, which in all respects were the best we could hope for at that point. Accommodations were clean, dry, and comfortable and sleeping wasn't an issue. Nitrox fills were $6 (air would have been free), and tanks were topped off promptly after each dive. A tip: skip the wetsuit in favor of a looser-fitting drysuit. Many wetsuits didn't fit by the end of the weekend thanks to the wonderful, plentiful food!

Scuba Lesson

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Santa Barbara Divers

(12 reviews)

11.7 mi

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...

Sea cucumber (left background) and nudibranch

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Channel Islands Expeditions - Ventura County

4.3

(11 reviews)

11.6 mi

If you're thinking about taking this tour just do it! From the moment you arrive these guys treat…read moreyou like your best friend visiting the islands for the first time. They show you all the cool stuff answer all your questions. It's been a few days and we're already missing them! They are truly lovely to chat with. When it was time to hit the activities they went to work showing their skills and knowledge. FYI we're vegetarian and the lunch was lovely- so make sure you order that too! Thanks Captain Dan and crew! It was a bucket list day we won't forget!

Chartered the sunfish for a two hour sunset whale watching cruise last night and it was incredibly…read morefun!!!! Roger was a terrific captain. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and just all-around awesome. Cheyenne was terrific as well. My group of 10 could not have had a better time. We weren't even sure we would see whales and we saw tons of them and we saw about 100 dolphins and adorable sea lions and other fish just swimming around our boat. What a phenomenal experience! So highly recommended!!!

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Channel Islands Scuba

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!

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Cal Boat Diving

(254 reviews)

13.5 mi

yesterday was my third time with Spectre. Three dives at different spots around Anacapa Island,…read moreeach dive better than the one before it. the crew was friendly and helpful as always. I will certainly go again.

Great service, well organized and fully outfitted dive boat. Second time using the Spector and am…read morevery happy with both experiences. Diving was in good locations with thoughtful site selection.

Breakfast with a view

Gear

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Dive Channel Islands

(1 review)

13.5 mi

Did three dives in May off Anacapa island from the Spectre dive boat. It was great diving and my…read moreguide Matt was awesome. He showed me all sorts of amazing sea life and underwater curiosities at our dive sites. Highlights include giant lobsters, leopard sharks, humongous crabs, an old shipwreck, and large kelp forests! I'd highly recommend diving with DGCI, they made the whole experience very easy and fun!

From the owner: Dive Channel Islands offers a full-service scuba diving or snorkeling experience so that you can…read moreenjoy the pristine kelp forest and diverse marine life off the California coast. Our dive trips include the boat transfer to the islands, an experienced guide to show you three different dive spots and all snacks & meals. Full or Half Scuba Rentals can be added so all you have to do is book and show up.

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PCH Scuba

(274 reviews)

16.1 mi

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.

Suited up and ready for our dive

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Thats a lot of gear

In2Deep Diving

(77 reviews)

35.2 mi

Certified professionals

Family-owned & operated

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.

Dive accessories fun wall!

Store front

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Ventura Aquatic Center

4.0

(76 reviews)

10.1 mi

Tucked away in the Ventura Community park off of Kimball is a large aquatic center that I've been…read morewanting to check out. I hear of this place every summer but never had the chance til this week. What a great place for kids to enjoy water play. But actually for the entire family too! We went during free swim time from 12-4pm and it was only $10 for ages 3 and up. There's a big shallow kiddie pool with water activities and then 2 water slides on the back side of the park. There's a rec pool that maybe goes to 4.5 ft depth so it's perfect for just enjoying the water when you can't lap swim because the pool is crowded. A large picnic table area can be found in the middle of the center too so you can being lunch and snacks too. There a larger Olympic size pool on the west end of the center that can be used for lap swimming so overall it's great for all ages and swimming levels. We're planning to be here quite a bit for the summer! There's also cabanas to change into and showers to rinse off before and after swimming.

Love, love love this place! I took shallow & deep water aerobics classes for the summer of 2025…read morehere and had a good time experience overall. Mary is a great Aqua Fitness instructor and her classes are always packed with about 50 people per class. She is very knowledgeable, gives excellent queuing, and provides modifications for various levels, even for those of us who need more of a challenge. I have been able to get my heart rate up, get resistance, core & flexibility training here. I've noticed significant improvements in my overall fitness and physique. The pools & facilities are clean and in great condition. Water temperature is about 78 degrees and they have multiple pools to accommodate lap swimming, classes, and a kid's pool. The restrooms are pretty clean, contain 3 private shower stalls, multiple open showers, and a machine to wring out your bathing suit which is a plus. I hope to be back next summe

Even superheroes love this pool!

Open Friday nights for the summer!! :-)

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Not so institutional looking

Oxnard Beach Park

4.5

(78 reviews)

11.9 mi

Our go-to spot for a relaxing day at the beach with our husky. It is a bit of a drive from LA, but…read morenot much further than getting to Long Beach or Huntington Beach for us (the other dog friendly beaches near LA). This beach is on-leash and has never been crowded. That makes it a good spot for our senior dog to walk a bit and then curl up by our beach blanket for bird watching and napping under the sea breeze. The humans like the fact that it is usually clean, parking is very easy and inexpensive in the two large lots, and the restrooms are usually clean enough (bring hand sanitzer, though - the soap and paper towels often run out). There's also paths for people riding bikes and jogging, and a large park that is often lively with picnics, barbeques, volleyball games, and people working out. As people in our early 40s, it is refreshingly unpretentious and un-scene-y, too. Most people are friendly and there are a lot of families. One tip: The water here can be rough with rip currents, and there is no life guard present.

We were so full from our breakfast at IHOP that we felt the need to walk. In looking around at the…read morearea, 'olołkoy Beach Park was less than a mile away. The park is small, but well maintained and clean. The palm tree lined walking path is wide and flat. Nice playground. The beach is a short walk over -- just follow the sand. :) We ventured into the neighborhood behind the park to check out the lovely homes, each with their own personality. The people were so friendly to wave and say 'hi' as we walked by. There's two good size parking areas -- pay to park machines are easy to find.

Palm walk between the parking lot and beach

Walking Path

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Volleyball Courts

Port Hueneme Beach Park

4.2

(83 reviews)

10.3 mi

The best beach! I…read moreuse to work with port Hueneme as a client and I loved every office visit because the beach was so awesome every time. Now as I visit as a (dare I say..."Tourist") I get to enjoy the beach full time. Why is this one the best you ask? Well, it stretches out for about 50 feet before the water gets deep. This makes it perfect for kids who want to play in water but can't swim. Also the parking is only $2 per hour. And it's normally extremely chill here. Never too busy or crowded. The seafood restaurant is also really great and fresh! I love it here and if I was rich I'd buy a home across the street.

California is my birth home, I visit as often as possible. Anytime Im in Southern California going…read moreto the beach is a must! Driving along the coast just does something to my soul. There are tons of beaches one can visit, but I had a list of certain ones to check out on this visit. We stayed at the military base for lodging, so this beach was only a few minutes in close proximity. They do have paid parking, just read the signs for payment. We parked on the street for free. There is a bathroom if needed, nothing fancy. We enjoyed the beach, it was crowed at all, which was a plus. There is a wide area to reach the beach, so be prepared to walk abit. I definitely would revisit if I'm in the area.

I am a truthful man from the land of the palm trees...

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Ladybug landed on the back of my hand.

Pacific Camps

4.4

(13 reviews)

1.0 mi

I've been thinking about pursuing legal action for a long time. I don't want my son to go anywhere…read morenear here, but the fact that he got kicked out when he was in kinder for his behavior and he has special needs and basically a disability. That's discriminating they claim to be a Christian based camp, but they are very judgmental and discriminating towards children. They said he can never come back. I could understand maybe a break but to shun him pretty much forever yea I could sue you.

Such a great place for your kiddos to go!! My daughter attended Pacific Camps from Preschool to…read moreThird Grade! She always had great experiences and enjoyed all activities from homework room to crafts to field trips to the beach and bowling to worship time. I always felt she was safe and well looked after. I highly recommend!!

HIJI Rose Garden

(4 reviews)

0.3 mi

This is a homeowners only or guests they are accompanying park. It's a cozy space to bring the kids…read moreand meet your neighbors. The park closes at dusk and opens at dawn. Please respect the rules and those who live near the park.

It's a small community park for Village Commons inhabitants. Consists of a basketball half court, a…read morecouple picnic tables, shaded seating, small grass area, playground, a "water-park" area, and a small garden that you can walk through. Dog friendly but doesn't provide any poopie bags. People keep it clean and it's well maintained. I believe it's part of their HOA amenities. It's a nice park on a hot day to cool off at. And also in the middle of the night to do a little star gazing.

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The Dance Company Camarillo

3.9

(20 reviews)

1.1 mi

Great studio! I have been at the company for about 4 years now. Teachers are amazing and I look…read moreforward to my contemporary and hip hop class. I have really grown as a dancer thanks to Ms.Chantal and Ms.Zoe! My favorite part is the June show at the end of the year where we get to show our families and friends what we have been working on in dance class.

My daughter danced here for almost two years and really enjoyed her instructor, Ms. Zoe. The studio…read moreitself is clean, welcoming, and we always had positive interactions with the staff. Ultimately, we decided to move on because my daughter has lost interest in dance, but there were a few things that became difficult for us over time. The studio follows the local school holiday schedule closely while continuing to charge full monthly tuition during breaks, which is something prospective families may want to be aware of. Recital tickets were also around $40 each, which felt expensive to us, especially considering the performances were held at a local high school auditorium. We also personally hoped to see a bit more choreography and variety in the younger beginner classes' recital performances given the overall cost. Overall, we had a positive experience, and we're especially grateful to Ms. Zoe for making dance such an enjoyable experience for our daughter.