This dive instruction business is female owned. Classroom instruction done in Culpeper and pool…read moreinstruction done in Manassas currently. The open water dives are done in the quarry near Fredericksburg. Ronda is very patient with the students and ensures safety and having fun is always present.

I received my Rescue Diver certification through Fins Up Scuba. The instructor was very…read moreknowledgeable and thorough in her instruction. She was very personable and patient with all of the students in the classroom and during the open water exercises. Very well recommended!

Good service. Got my gear ready for an overseas trip. Replaced necessary parts. Kept me informed.read more

My go to dive shop. They go to Beaufort, NC every month. One of my favorite East coast areas to…read moredive. So many wrecks out there to see. They have everything you need for a great diving experience.

I came here for my safe water dive certification with Lynnhaven Dive. I was here for two days of…read morediving, but stayed offsite, so I didn't get the chance to camp (but it looks fun!). The dive ship is stocked with gear and the staff was helpful; the staff runs a tight ship so make sure to watch the safety video! There's a basic bath house with simple showers and places to change. The real delight was the diving area itself!! It was great diving among the friendly fish, underwater basketball court, sunken schoolbus, ship and helicopter wrecks, and helpful training platforms. A great place to learn to dive!

Was a bit apprehensive after reading a few reviews that were not so positive about the staff at…read moreLake Phoenix. We went in prepared for not so customer friendly folks and well, we didn't find a single one! Everyone was super friendly and helpful. The hot water facilities are WONDERFUL! It's no luxury shower, it's a camp shower, and does the job. The features underwater are entertaining and make diving in a quarry fun. I mean, basketball with a bowling ball!?!? Loved it! Give it a shot if you're curious! We had a blast!

Dave helped me get my Open Water Diving Certification for an upcoming trip that I have planned. He…read morewas extremely nice to everyone in the group, and ensured that we were all excited to do the training. He took his time to ensure that each of us was thoroughly trained at each step. I would highly recommend Dave and the rest of his crew.

Just completed my Open Water Certification. Fantastic!…read more Dave and Gray were awesome instructors. Lots of dives, lots of learning. Always knew what we were doing, how we were doing, and gaining confidence thru the process. Want to dive, first call should be to Dave and Get Down Scuba.

I stopped by for some advice on dive computer and other equipment I am in the market for. Mel and…read moreSy (?) were helpful, they clearly have a ton of knowledge. The store carries a lot of quality equipment and they offer classes as well as amazing dive trips. I only had a short amount of time to pick their brains but I will definitely be back!

Did the intro to scuba course. Had a great time. Fred was very helpful and patient. Excellent…read moreopportunity to test other scuba is for you.

Compass Dive & Sail is the best great place to get your scuba certification. The staff focus their…read moreentire course on getting students comfortable with skills, live scenarios of diving, safety, and swimming underwater. Amazing people who make the experience so memorable with their great personalities and unlike other companies who try to have large classes, Compass Dive & Sail want small classes so they can pass all their knowledge to students about scuba, the sciences of it, and marine life. They are very passionate about what they know with scuba and all facets to it would rather spend less time on the corporate blah and pass everything they know to prospective scuba candidates. The last thing I'll say is that they don't nickle and dime every little thing. Unlike many other dive companies, they are all inclusive from online training, pool skills, scuba gear and check out dives, camping and meals which happen at Lake Phoenix in Rawlings VA...which is an amazing place to practice open water skills or just dive! Only costs not paid for are transportation, wetsuit, fins and snorkel/mask.

We got our OW Certification for the pool and open water this summer with Compass Dive. The…read moreexperience could not have been better. Doug and Meg took their time as we progressed through the requirements. The attention to detail, 1-1 training and confirming we learned the skills was invaluable. The open water certification at Lake Phoenix was a blast, with Matt's help the weekend flew with smiles after each dive. After discussing with friends, it's apparent that Compass Dive provides a personal experience that the large shops can't replicate.

I stopped by this past weekend to look at some fins. Grace is very, very knowledgeable and she was…read moreable to answer all my questions and more. She pointed out the trade-offs between various types of fins and fin straps. I was surprised there was so much to consider when buying fins. She also pointed out some other things about scuba (not about fins) that were very helpful. I also had some questions about regulators. My concern was that the hose I used at the OBX felt too short and was almost about to come out of my mouth so I had to hold the regulator in my mouth or bite down hard on the mouthpiece. She answered questions about that as well as concerns I had about water leaking into the mask. She pointed out many things to consider. In short, Grace is very knowledgeable. She definitely knows what she is doing. I hope Diventures is paying her well because she deserves it.

I did my cert and bought all my dive gear at this shop when it was Nautilus. I loved Jason and…read moreMelissa's care they took in their training. I felt so prepared. Now that the shop is part of Diventures, I feel like it has become a community, as well. Diventures is a wonderful resource for trips and making new friends. I love all the events that they are having to bring divers together in the community. I'm doing a trip with another shop with Diventures and I appreciate that Willie is working with me and that shop to make sure that my trip is seamless. They take care of you here!