We had SUCH an amazing time for my 30th birthday with Captain Bob and Anna! We spent 3 glorious…read morehours out on the choppy waters of Lake Michigan shortly after the Air and Water Show. I searched for hours looking for the right place to charter a boat that was big enough for my group of 15-20. Everything I found only held up to 10 people or held 50 or more, and they required that you purchase food and drink packages from them. Bob allowed us to bring all our own food and drinks so on top of being one of the most reasonably priced boats, we saved money on food and drinks too. Captain Bob was ridiculously accommodating for our group. He knew that traffic would be terrible because of the weekend we had our adventure so he offered to pick up our booze from Binny's that morning so we didn't' have to carry it down to the boat. He also went and got us cups since we forgot them. All in all, it was amazing and you should go visit!

From the owner: Our Chicago based 20 passenger US Coast Guard Inspected Vessel, the Great Lakes Explorer,…read morespecializes in Scuba Diving Trips, Fireworks Party Cruises (Every Saturday Night June through September), Playpen Trips (Swimming optional), Air & Water Show Cruises, Pavilion Trips (Anchor off Charter One Pavilion during concerts) and Just Plain Partying (Bachelor/Bachelorette, Wine and Cheese or just any Occasion). We are also a water based PADI Dive Center offering scuba diving lessons. Open Water Diver, Adventure Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, Dive-master, Master Scuba Diver, Assistant Instructor, Instructor, Master Scuba Diver Trainer, Emergency First Responder and DAN first aid courses. Specialty Diving, Dry-suit Diver, Night Diver, Underwater Navigator, Underwater Navigation, Underwater Photography, just to name a few. We also sell, rent, and service dive equipment, dry-suits, wet suits, regulators and more. So for beginner or Instructor we are Chicago's Scuba Headquarters.

What a fantastic adventure!…read more I was invited through Yelp to check out a free scuba diving experience developed by learn scuba Chicago. I came late and was honestly going to take pictures, but the volunteer instructors were extremely accommodating and even provided a suit and flippers to wear. This was such a fantastic journey and experience. I have never scuba-dived before, but the instructors were super knowledgeable and patient with me throughout the learning experience, from learning hand signals to what each piece of equipment does to simply how to breathe. Let me tell you that breathing underwater was the most challenging. I will say I felt very cared for by my instructor. She never pressured me too hard when I didn't get something the first time, but she demonstrated well and allowed me to take my time to get used to the process. Once we felt ready, getting into the deep was so much fun. There were weights and underwater toys for us to play with, all provided by Learn Scuba. Overall a lifetime epic experience I would love to try again. I highly recommend everyone try scuba at least once. Easy 5 out of 5

I got to experience a Discovery Dive through LSC last night and it was an absolute blast! I had…read morebeen interested in Scuba but honestly never expected to actually try it, so when I got the chance through a Yelp event, I was SO excited! Before attending, make sure you watch the intro video- it's super informative and saves tons of time when you get there so all your time can be spent in the water vs going over all the information. Bob and his team were so incredibly helpful, welcoming, and were great coaches for those of us who had never Scuba-d before. We got into the UIC pool with wet suits and all our gear, went through a quick orientation with Bob underwater, then spent the rest of the time swimming around the pool. Scuba diving in a pool doesn't seem that exciting at first, but trust me, it is way more fun than you'd expect. Everyone who helped us was so helpful and nice, and they really made the experience amazing. What an incredible organization led by a great person. Will absolutely be back to get certified some day!!

I just had a scuba refresher course with DJ's Scuba Locker, and I think they do a very good job…read more Two friends and I met at the shop, where we met the owners and our instructor, Zach. After completing some forms, we were fitted with shorty wet suits, BCs and the yoke with the hoses for the regulators, BC attachment and air pressure gauge. Zach instructed us review all the equipment as if were at a renting scuba shop, and I found that my regulator's mouth fitting was damaged, and he immediately replaced it. First Zach helped us remember how to set up our gear, while adding many useful suggestions and knowledge to the session. Once we assembled our tanks and BCs with his guidance, he made us do it all again, but by ourselves, only saying something if we were doing something incorrectly. After this, he packed all our gear and we went to a YMCA nearby to do the actual diving refresher. The equipment worked well. He had practice 25 (might have been 28) skills for recertification. He is a very good instructor, meeting each person where they are at and helping with their needs. All the time he kept emphasizing important points and talking about what to expect at our dive shop because of his knowledge of similar places. When we were done, Zach packed everything and we left. He is a very affable, pleasant, and professional young man who knows his subject matter very well. The owners of the shop are also very nice, we had an opportunity to talk to them as well. I bought a mask, which the lady owner had me try several sizes and qualities and helped me decide on one that was very comfortable and very reasonably priced. I give the whole operation, but especially Zach, 5 stars. My friends agreed with this rating. I will be going back there for my diving needs.

I just finished the second part of my Open Water Dive Training with DJ Scuba, and it was fantastic…read more I met both of the owners; one when I was getting fitted, and the other when I was picking up my gear, and they were both extremely nice and helpful. They went over the gear with me and made sure it fit properly, and it was all in pretty good condition. My instructor's name was Jeff. He was very nice and even let me dive even though the first day I came two hours late because my alarm clock died. I had already come to terms with how screwed I was and didn't expect to be able to get certified before I left on my trip, but when I called the dive shop to see if there was any way I could still dive, they called Jeff to let him know I was coming late and he fit me in before his next group! My only gripe is that they're a little far out of the way (I live in Chicago), but I took Ogden straight there and it wasn't too bad, maybe 25 minutes each way.

Great family business that knows so much about equipment and areas to dive. I didn't take any…read moreclasses from them, but spent a lot of time talking and getting to know the owners. I enjoyed and will definitely be back.

Underseas was very kind and helpful when I reached out to inquire about a last minute PADI Advanced…read moreOpen Water certification for an upcoming trip. Even though my last few dives (including multiple SSI certifications) were less than a month ago, other local centers told me that I would need to participate in a refresher course either because they didn't 'trust' my SSI credentials or because it was 'required'. One also told me that they wouldn't take me to the quarry because "I wouldn't enjoy it".... Needless to say, Bruce at Underseas came through AND paired me with Johan Raffin who was an excellent instructor for this course... AND I DID enjoy it! The quarry is definitely cold and murky, but it was also a good learning environment. I would highly recommend Underseas for their service quality in the shop (thank you, Bruce!) and the professionalism of my instructor, Johan!

What a great litlle BIG scuba shop. Personal service, great instruction and good prices.John Mikos…read moreis an expert diver and instructor and will make you feel cumfortable in and under the water. I cannot say enough. He made me a Master Scuba Diver Thanks John

owner doesn't send out equipment as we found out with recent testing after having them serviced…read morelast year. Charges ridiculously but does not have the equipment worked on...puts divers in danger!!!

if I could give this place negative stars I would. The slapped a used "cleanliness" liner and new…read moretag on a clearly VERY worn and stretched out pool guards suit to sell my daughter as a "brand new" item. There is debris between the liner and the crotch of the suit-so gross. See the pics for yourself-their tag is still attached.

I rented a wetsuit from them that was in led than perfect condition. Upon return they told me I…read morecaused all the damage they had already repaired and offered a "bargain" rate to pay for repairs for damages I had not caused.

My daughter went on trip with this company and it was amazing. She had just finished 6th grade so…read moreit was one of her first big trips without parents. This program was exactly what we were looking for. They do a wonderful job of mixing enjoyment and giving back to the local community with service projects. My daughter went overseas with the tour and learned so much. I am extremely happy she was able to have this experience. Highly recommend.

You have the experience of a lifetime waiting for you with RLT!!…read more Super amazing trip, with an incredibly welcoming group. Each day filled with different activities from snorkeling, rafting, canoeing, hiking, biking and so much more! Counselors were always there to help and listen to you if you needed anything, also to provide extra supplies if you need them for the plethora of activities that we did. Each day was unique in its own way, I was never bored and there was always time to hang out after an exciting day. The service work was also amazing because you really felt like you were part of the community that you were helping. RLT staff that was not on the field was also super helpful every step of the way to keep parents informed as well make every event run smoothly. Special thanks to Nicole Smart for her readiness to help and skillful problem solving! I would do a trip with RLT any day, and would definitely recommend this camp. I made amazing memories and friends for life!