Hitting the local dive shops in search of snorkeling gear for an upcoming trip. Nice shop, lots of diving stuff & help when we needed it from the friendly staff. But alas it's the basics we're looking for. A nice selection of masks and snorkels. A lot of them fit me well so choosing was easy. Didn't find fins that I liked but they did have a decent selection. To be fair I used to dive & instruct and already have an idea of what I'm looking for so I tend to be picky. We were satisfied with what we got and wouldn't hesitate going back for any other gear we might need. read more

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I learned to dive here, did my Open Water Certification here. Their friendliness, knowledge, ability to answer my seemingly ENDLESS questions, and great attitudes are infectious (in a good way!). You know where my extra money will be going... read more

The Scuba Company - Scuba Company at the Blue Hole - Scuba Diving Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I had the absolute best time learning to scuba with Paul and Matt. They explained things thoroughly and took us through all the steps. I feel confident that i can scuba on a trip and be safe. I highly recommend the company and them as instructors. read more

I've always wanted to learn to scuba dive, and finally was able to do so. They trained me, sold me what I needed without pressure or manipulation and were great with a free Discovery Dive with my minor child. I am now open water certified and will certainly continue with these patient and capable folks! read more

The Scuba Company - Blue Hole, NM open water certification - Scuba Diving Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I've been going to Scuba Co since 2007. I did my open water and advanced certifications there. I've bought a lot of equipment there over the years. I called to get assistance with a BC issue. There was someone in the background speaking very loudly. The guy did not understand what I was saying, I spoke slightly louder, he accused me of yelling at him and if I didn't calm down he wouldn't help me. I was never upset...... until then. I won't be back. read more

I suspect that anyone wanting to learn how to scuba dive is also looking for experienced, knowledgeable, and supportive dive instructors who have taught countless students with different styles of learning. If you're wanting to learn how to dive, then you'll want to know about the staff at The Scuba Company! Everyone I've met and worked with at The Scuba Company is professional, highly skilled, safety conscious, and personable. Yas Fuentes and Blayne Huss are the owners of The Scuba Company and welcome the opportunity to speak with those interested in learning to become certified divers or are already certified and looking to pursue advanced dive specialties. Bottom line - they are ready to share the wonder and fun of diving with those of us seeking to learn and explore! Despite an anxiety level rivaling Mount Everest, I was able to earn my PADI Open Water certification this past weekend with guidance and support from Blayne Huss and his wife, Jamie. I am eternally grateful for their support and understanding! Today, I went to the shop where I spent time getting expert advice and assistance from KT, Cara, Yas, and Blayne. There's always something to be learned about diving, and The Scuba Company team is ready and willing to help! There's so much to like about The Scuba Company and the people who staff it. They've earned my loyalty and trust. In fact, I'm now taking the Advanced Open Water certification course with them. Thanks so much, Scuba Company, for all your time and help on my journey to becoming a diver! read more

This is the best dive shop in the area! The gear is very well maintained, the staff are super friendly and professional, and the diving instructors are so experienced! Diving in the Blue Hole was so much fun! The wetsuit keeps you warm, and they decorated the bottom of the Hole for Halloween. I can't wait to take more classes! read more

The Scuba Company - Scuba Diving Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

This is a great dive shop. Without a doubt the best dive shop in NM. I recommend Scuba Co to people who want to learn how to dive, become a better diver or who want to buy quality equipment. Buying online is tempting but the advice, help and straight talk you'll get here is worth a higher cost, but surprise...they'll match internet prices in most cases, so buy smart...check here first. I'm a professional diver and have been diving all around the globe and finding a shop this good, in mostly dry NM, is amazing. I've used this shop for more than 20 years and the dramatic improvements done over the last 5 years are among the reasons I keep coming back. With nearly 2,000 dives, I'm still learning and very passionate about diving. And I consider this shop a resource; whether you're brand new to the sport or have barnacles and gills like I do, you'll get help and good advice. For some reason, a lot of the shops I've been to in my travels may have gear and training... but they don't have 'friendly'. You know...that inviting feeling you get when you walk through the door. This is why this shop gets the 5th star in my rating. You'll make friends here. Well done, Scuba Co. and thanks for doing it right! Ed Vaillancourt PADI Divemaster read more

I went with my kiddo and my friend and we had the BEST experience. We had a difficult schedule and a deadline to be certified by and they went above and beyond to make it work for us. They're knowledgeable and supportive without being patronizing or boring- we actually had a such a good time just hanging out in between dives, it made the whole experience twice as great. Can't recommend enough! read more

Best dive shop and scuba travel center in NM. Their customer service is great with highly knowledgeable staff, and terrific instructors. The selection of gear is of the highest quality brands, and prices for both equipment and services are reasonable. read more

just now Amazing people and so much fun diving with Rebecca D. for my open waters at Blue Hole. I was pushed around by another shop that stole my money and the manager at The Scuba Company gave me a great deal told me not to stress cause scuba is supposed to be fun. 10/10 would recommended. Great shop genuinely good people read more

Sorry but I'm not a fan. This is actually the first time I will write such a bad review, but my story tells it all. Poor customer service and poor communication. I took them my gear for repair months ago. Finally called them 2 mo later to get a status update (I mean come on, you can't call the customer?). So my gear is old and the can't fix the BCD but think they might be able to find a part for my old regulator. Months go buy (and I even forget they have my gear). I stop by to ask the status, figuring its likely done. Well it's not! The guy still hasn't found the part at his house to fix it, ugh more waiting. Finally got a call that it was fixed, yay! Dropped the gear off in early spring and just now got is back. I will never use this place again! read more

This is by far the best scuba shop in NM. Wonderful friendly and knowledgeable staff, and the instructors are the very best! I dove for 10 years until 1993. They recertified me and I even got my Advanced Open Water Certification in 2 weeks. Great classes and very thorough. Made me feel very comfortable and I rediscovered my love for diving Now that my kids are grownup read more

It depends on who is in there depends on the service you receive. The shop does not have a lot of options or gear. I would think for diving in NM they would have warmer gear. Not a lot of gear for women. I am sure you can order gear but I can do that online also. It's okay in there. read more

The Scuba Company is an amazing dive shop. I have done all of my certifications through them. They run their classes professionally and safely. Classes are never over crowded or lacking instructors. They make sure when you finish your certification that you truely know those skills. All team members are knowledge and approachable. read more

This shop is now under new management (as of 2015) and the problems/issues mentioned in previous posts have been resolved in my humble opinion...I enjoy diving with these guys and think you will too! Give the shop a call or stop by and see for yourself... read more

They are very helpful at scuba company very knowledgeable have a lot of different products for you to choose from different price range from beginner to Advanced. They offer classes for advanced Open Water beginner technical. Whatever you need they will provide. read more

I'd have to agree with the other poor reviews. I bought a pair of booties to replace the pair that I couldn't find. Over the weekend I found my pair, not even have opened or tried on the new pair. I went to return the pair I bought (with receipt) one week later, only to be charged a 20% restocking fee. I literally walked over and restocked the boots for them but to no avail. Ontop of that, they offered my infant son a small stuffed turtle to play with. He threw a fit when they took it away, so they turned around and charged me $18 for it. This isn't the only game in town. Go somewhere else; I will. read more

If you're looking for a place to scuba, look no further. The Scuba Company is professional, efficient but personable and attentive. They truly care about their customers ! If that isn't a good reason, I don't know what is. Amazing instructors who are able and willing to help all levels of divers have a fun and safe experience! Great rental equipment to show you the luxuries of scuba diving and to make you feel the most comfortable during your introductory dives! read more

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No locally owned business isn't without its quirks. Hey, we live in Albuquerque. Is SCUBA equipment expensive, yes. Does the Scuba Co sell equipment at MSRP, likely. Need a cheaper hobby, try knitting. I promise it won't be as much fun. However, if you are going to take up SCUBA, this is the place to do it. The instructors empower their students to learn, engage and understand the principles behind diving in an incredible accessible way. Through my two certifications, the instructors gave me the competence and confidence to not only dive but love doing it. If you are considering trying SCUBA, I can't recommend this place highly enough as your local resource for all things dive. read more

Professional staff, any course you take they make you feel relaxed and calm. Take all the time you need to feel comfortable with all the new skills your acquiring. Competitive pricing on all merchandise and classes. Have all the latest gear for rent. read more

The Scuba Company is the best scuba shop/dive center in Albuquerque. I was introduced to diving here two years ago and have made great friendships with a range of nice, knowledgeable people and divers. After shopping around and watching other schools I can say that the certification courses they teach are of the highest quality, and safest, throughout the entire experience. If you want to know why myself and so many others love the Scuba Company, just walk in the door and you will immediately feel welcomed and included in the diving community. read more

I found the staff to be helpful in helping us select some snorkeling equipment, but discovered after our purchase just how inflated their prices were (almost double from online). We returned part of our purchase 4 days later and were charged a 20% "restocking fee".. Seriously? $25 to put it back on a shelf??? As a result, we will not be returning. Don't want to do business with a company that has such an archaic policy. read more

Pricey, but we do live in the desert. Steve was the counterperson, and I believe partial owner, and he was totally helpful. I was looking for a weight belt and no sports places in Santa Fe handle scuba or diving supplies, so this was the defacto place to go. Weights are damn pricey tho! Anyways, I got what I wanted and now I'm even thinking about gettting scuba certified! Good Job Steve! read more

When I started looking to get my certificate in scuba I looked all around. After researching I went to the Scuba co. It was great very informative. I felt safe and informed. Over the next 5 years going there I have seen the company grow and has continued to get even better. Two people there Yasmany and Michaela have taken the shop to the next level. Now both my wife and kids are certified. Yasmany has actually helped my oldest daughter get college credits with her certifications. They are a fun shop and can help you with all the new gear coming out all time. And at a great price and don't get me started on the group scuba trips, all I can say as Roatan, Honduras here I come. read more

I've been using scuba company in Albuq for years for me and my family and the service and hospitality has been great. Yasmany and his group have gone out of their way to work with us on scheduling and making every effort to provide us great training and fun at the same time. I highly recommend them for any beginner or advanced scuba training / certification you are needing. read more

The Scuba Company - Training Belmorah TX - Scuba Diving Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Yasmany was an awesome instructor! He was great about helping us come up with ways to make diving for me, a bilateral amputee, possible! He was seriously amazing and I look forward to many more dives with the friends I made this weekend! It was a lot of work but totally worth it and if you're looking to learn how to dive I'd highly recommend The Scuba Company! They are super professional and just all around nice folks! read more

outstanding professional scuba instruction !!

The Scuba Company is absolutely amazing. The shop has good rates and all the people are very helpful. The instructors are phenomenal. They take their time to get to know their students and make sure that you are safe, comfortable, and having fun! I have only positive experiences with The Scuba Company and everyone working there. I definitely recommend them to everyone! read more

I found this place to be very expensive. I am new to the area and came from DC where everything is expensive. I also found it odd that they didn't rent a rig with a dive computer. I had to reteach myself how to use dive tables. Also their gear was pretty beat up. The people In the shop were nice but didn't seem overly informative about local dive locations. I know we live in the desert and don't have a lot of options but i'm going to look around. read more

best f! $÷ING dive shop in burque. Yas and Guise especially. if you want an easy weekend pick up knitting. if you Wana have fun and get wet at the same time (pun intended) go scuba!!! read more

I became open water certified last year with Scuba Co and had a great experience! Brian, the instructor, made sure we learned the skills while keeping the experience enjoyable. I had a difficult time completing the portion of the class where you take your mask off under water and putting it back on. Brian was patient with me and kept encouraging me to not give up. I'm thankful he didn't rush me and helped me conquer that task. The staff at the store were also very helpful. read more

This place used to be great, but now it's the worst. There is an old guy that works there and every time I've gone in he just blatantly stares at my chest while I'm trying to get help buying gear. He also told me that women aren't really "suited" to scuba diving and are better off keeping their bikinis on the beach. I guess he's a manager or owner or something because the other staff just looked uncomfortable and walked away. What a jerk. Also, the last suit I rented was full of mold. Gross. read more

Four months ago we, two 63 yr old women, contacted The Scuba Company about certification in anticipation of an extended-family dive trip. We had such a positive experience that in addition to the Open Water certification, we went on to get the Advanced and a few specialty certifications to boot. Our trainers, Rebecca and Yasmany, and their crew of master divers were exceptional. They were all exceedingly generous with their knowledge, time, support and love of the sport. When we decided we wanted to get our own equipment, they gave us sage advice, put together great deals to meet our needs, and worked overtime to get it to us in time for our trip. On our family trip, we did boat reef and cenotes dives, and a dive with Bull sharks. Given our training, we knew our equipment and what to expect. We were prepared, relaxed and ready for adventure! We owed it all to the great staff and the divers that are part of The Scuba Company family. We are looking forward to continuing our training and playing with The Scuba Company folks, including a week long dive trip to Roatan in August 2019. Let The Scuba Company turn you on to a whole new world of adventure, beauty and friendship. read more

My wife and I recently purchased relatively complete SCUBA kits from The Scuba Co., including regulators, BCDs, computers, and wetsuits. We found the staff to be knowledgeable, professional, and cordial, especially Pierce. Other reviewers note that equipment from The Scuba Co. is expensive, but I think the pricing issue is more nuanced. If all you need is a mask, snorkel, and fins, you can find it cheaper elsewhere. I believe The Scuba Co. is charging MSRP, just like every other dive shop I've patronized. Quality SCUBA equipment is expensive because your life depends on it. I buy some merchandise on-line but not SCUBA equipment, I want a local store with a qualified technician to service my equipment, and where I can try on different equipment, such as a wetsuits. They let us take several different BCDs to a pool to test for size and features. Check out the discount page on their website. read more