Explore the Depths
Discover the beauty of the underwater world with scuba lessons and travel packages.
Explore the Depths
Discover the beauty of the underwater world with scuba lessons and travel packages.
About Dave's Underwater
My Philosophy
Scuba Diving is a transformative activity. It changes the way you see the world and the oceans, it changes the way you look at marine life and conservation. But the most profound changes I've seen in 38 years of diving are the changes in how people think about themselves. Confidence. Independence. Capability.
I believe that scuba diving should be accessible to everyone. I offer affordable prices and flexible scheduling options to make diving easy and convenient. Families are welcomed for congierge instruction.
My Expertise
I was certified in 1986, while in college. I was bitten by the Scuba bug and dove extensively for the next several years. Then I got married and had kids. That curtailed my diving. I am an empty-nester now, so I decided to train to become a PADI instructor and share my passion with others.
I'm excited about sharing my knowledge and helping people become confident and skilled divers - especially if you are nervous about diving.
Group Travel
My goal is to assemble a Band of Merry Divers who travel together,
enjoy each others company and make a difference to the
local culture and environment when we travel.
Whether it's a Weekend Getaway, a Weeklong Vacation, or an International Excursion, I'm planning it! Keep an eye on
upcoming trips or send me an email for more information.
Basic Scuba Classes
Discover Scuba
Open Water Diver
Discover Scuba
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving course offers a taste of the underwater world to beginners in a safe, controlled environment. Under direct supervision, participants learn basic diving skills and experience the sensation of breathing underwater. Through confined water sessions, participants experience the thrill of breathing underwater and
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving course offers a taste of the underwater world to beginners in a safe, controlled environment. Under direct supervision, participants learn basic diving skills and experience the sensation of breathing underwater. Through confined water sessions, participants experience the thrill of breathing underwater and exploring the aquatic realm. It's an ideal introduction to diving, allowing individuals to explore the wonders of the underwater realm firsthand.
ReActivate
Open Water Diver
Discover Scuba
The PADI Reactivate course is designed for previously certified divers (from any agency) to refresh their skills and knowledge and safely return to diving. Participants review diving theory, practice essential skills in confined water, and regain confidence before venturing back into the open water. Whether it's honing buoyancy control o
The PADI Reactivate course is designed for previously certified divers (from any agency) to refresh their skills and knowledge and safely return to diving. Participants review diving theory, practice essential skills in confined water, and regain confidence before venturing back into the open water. Whether it's honing buoyancy control or refreshing dive theory, the Reactivate course offers a convenient and effective way to rekindle the joy of underwater exploration. It's an ideal refresher for returning divers.
Open Water Diver
Open Water Diver
Open Water Diver
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular scuba diving certification. It introduces beginners to the fundamentals of diving, covering essential skills like buoyancy control, underwater navigation, and safety procedures. Participants undergo both theoretical and practical training, including confined water dives and ope
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular scuba diving certification. It introduces beginners to the fundamentals of diving, covering essential skills like buoyancy control, underwater navigation, and safety procedures. Participants undergo both theoretical and practical training, including confined water dives and open water dives. Completion of the course grants a globally recognized certification, opening doors to endless diving adventures and fostering a lifelong passion for ocean exploration and conservation.
Specialty Training Options
Wreck Diving
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
The PADI Wreck Diving Specialty course offers divers the opportunity to explore sunken vessels and understand their historical and ecological significance. Participants learn wreck diving techniques, safety procedures, and navigation skills. Through classroom sessions and practical dives, divers gain insights into wreck penetration, artif
The PADI Wreck Diving Specialty course offers divers the opportunity to explore sunken vessels and understand their historical and ecological significance. Participants learn wreck diving techniques, safety procedures, and navigation skills. Through classroom sessions and practical dives, divers gain insights into wreck penetration, artifact preservation, and marine life observation. This specialty course not only enhances diving proficiency but also fosters a deeper appreciation for maritime heritage and the underwater world.
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
The Enriched Air (Nitrox) course provides divers with the knowledge and skills to safely use enriched air for longer bottom times and shorter surface intervals. Participants learn about the benefits and risks of diving with enriched air, gas blending procedures, and analyzing nitrox cylinders. Through theory and practical sessions, divers
The Enriched Air (Nitrox) course provides divers with the knowledge and skills to safely use enriched air for longer bottom times and shorter surface intervals. Participants learn about the benefits and risks of diving with enriched air, gas blending procedures, and analyzing nitrox cylinders. Through theory and practical sessions, divers gain confidence in planning and executing dives with different nitrox blends, enhancing their diving flexibility and enjoyment while minimizing decompression risks.
Search & Recovery
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
Search & Recovery
The PADI Search & Recovery course equips divers with the skills to locate and retrieve lost objects underwater. Participants learn search patterns, use of specialized equipment like lift bags, and techniques for safe object recovery. Through practical exercises and scenario-based training, divers enhance their problem-solving abilities an
The PADI Search & Recovery course equips divers with the skills to locate and retrieve lost objects underwater. Participants learn search patterns, use of specialized equipment like lift bags, and techniques for safe object recovery. Through practical exercises and scenario-based training, divers enhance their problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills. This course not only aids in underwater exploration but also contributes to environmental preservation by removing debris and promoting responsible diving practices. The PADI Search & Recovery course emphasizes safety protocols and risk management, ensuring divers conduct operations in a controlled manner. Participants also learn about the legal and ethical considerations surrounding object recovery, fostering a sense of environmental stewardship and respect for underwater heritage sites. With hands-on training and guidance from experienced instructors, divers gain confidence in their ability to effectively execute search and recovery missions, making them valuable assets in dive teams and contributing to safer and more responsible diving practices.
Deep Diver
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy
Search & Recovery
The PADI Deep Diver Specialty course enables divers to explore deeper underwater realms responsibly. Participants learn about the physiological and psychological aspects of deep diving, including nitrogen narcosis and decompression sickness. Through classroom sessions and practical dives, divers gain knowledge and skills to plan and execu
The PADI Deep Diver Specialty course enables divers to explore deeper underwater realms responsibly. Participants learn about the physiological and psychological aspects of deep diving, including nitrogen narcosis and decompression sickness. Through classroom sessions and practical dives, divers gain knowledge and skills to plan and execute dives to depths of up to 40 meters. Emphasizing safety and risk management, this specialty course expands diving horizons while ensuring divers are prepared for the challenges of deep diving. With dives up to 120 feet (40 meters), divers expand their skills and confidence, unlocking new opportunities to explore the captivating depths of the ocean.
Diver Propulsion Vehicle
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy
The PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) course teaches divers to safely navigate underwater using propulsion devices. Participants learn about DPV operation, maintenance, and safety protocols. With hands-on training, divers gain proficiency in buoyancy control and maneuvering techniques, enhancing their underwater mobility and exploration capabilities for a thrilling diving experience.
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy
The PADI Delayed Surface Marker Buoy (DSMB) course equips divers with essential skills for safe ascents. Participants learn to deploy DSMBs effectively, signaling their location to surface support and other divers. Through practical exercises, divers master techniques for controlled ascents, enhancing safety and communication during challenging diving scenarios.
PADI AWARE
AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation
AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation
PADI AWARE training educates divers on marine conservation, emphasizing environmental responsibility. Through interactive courses, participants learn about coral reefs, marine life, and the importance of sustainable diving practices. AWARE courses empower divers to minimize their ecological footprint and become advocates for protecting ou
PADI AWARE training educates divers on marine conservation, emphasizing environmental responsibility. Through interactive courses, participants learn about coral reefs, marine life, and the importance of sustainable diving practices. AWARE courses empower divers to minimize their ecological footprint and become advocates for protecting our oceans, fostering a deeper connection to marine ecosystems.
AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation
AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation
AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation
PADI AWARE Coral Conservation programs aim to safeguard fragile coral ecosystems. Through education and hands-on initiatives, divers learn about coral reef biology, threats, and restoration techniques. Participants engage in coral monitoring, reef cleanup, and community outreach to promote conservation efforts, ensuring the preservation of these vital marine habitats.
Dive Against Debris
AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation
Dive Against Debris
The PADI Dive Against Debris course educates divers on the critical issue of marine pollution. Participants learn to survey, remove, and report underwater debris, contributing to global conservation efforts. By taking action against marine litter, divers play a vital role in preserving ocean health and protecting marine life for future generations.
Travel
Philisophy and Code of Conduct
Take Only Pictures ~ Leave Only Bubbles
Make a Local Difference
That about sums it up.
I am dedicated to promoting ocean conservation and ensuring that every diver has an opportunity to participate in local efforts and leaves with a deeper appreciation for the marine environment.
We can also knock out some Specialty Certifications, if you want.
Code of Conduct
- Don't be a "Karen" or a "Chad"
- Pack with a purpose
- Dive responsibly
- Respect the local culture
- Participate in local conservation (optional)
Fajardo, Puerto Rico - February, 2025
5 Days/4 Nights - 7 dives total
5 Spots ONLY
Prices TBD ($1,500 range)
Great Carribean trip, without leaving the US!
Extended Weekend Getaway with Simpatico Charters
- Stay in a local, ex-pat Airbnb
- Dive on the Dragonfruit, with Simpatico Charters - small boat, big service
- 2 Days of 2-tank dives, gourmet lunch included (vegan options available)
- 1 Night Dive
- Waterfall Excursion into El Yunque National Forest
- Airport transfer to Fajardo included (with group)
- Variety of Food Truck options for dinner with a special dinner at a local hole-in-the-wall (not to be missed!!)
- Drinks, snacks and local beer included
- Small boat, close sites - chill Captain and Dive Leader
- PADI Dive Against Debris Dive (optional)
- All experience levels welcomed
- Trip Shirt included
Cooper River, SC - April, 2025
Fossil Diving on a Weekend Getaway
Prices TBD based on group size
12 spots available
Not for the Faint of Heart!
But an experience not to be missed.
Dive into History and recover your own fossils. Dive with an experienced Captain who is great with beginners.
- Single accomodations, with no supplement
- Flexible meals options
- Drive or fly into Charleston with Airport pickup
- Trip Shirt included
Florida's Emerald Coast - May, 2025
4-Day weekend
Springs, Wrecks and Lionfish!
Prices TBD ($1,000 range)
12 Spots Available
Great starter trip - budget friendly alternatives, easy travel - drive, ride with us from Atlanta or fly and I'll pick you up
- Group Airbnb and Family Style meals included
- Experience Florida's Springs - we'll dive a few and learn about the unique landscape and history - Morrison Springs and Vortex Springs
- Get started on the Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail (sites depend on weather conditions and group experience levels)
- PADI Dive Against Debris Dive (optional)
- Lionfish Hunting (optional)
- All experience levels welcomed
- Trip Shirt included
This is a great trip for the new or the budget conscious diver. Easy dives and only basic skills required. Flexible accomodations, schedule and meal options.
Red Sea, Egypt - June, 2025
Aggressor Liveaboard
SOLD OUT
Flower Gardens Banks National Marine Sanctuary - August 2025
4-days 16-dives
(Prices TBD - $2,000 range)
Very Limited Availibility
Mass Coral Spawn Experience
Each year in August, the coral communities in the Flower Garden Banks release their gametes into the ocean currents in a perfectly coordinated effort to build the next coral reef community. It's a magical event that brings out the most spectacular behaviors from the reef community.
It's a life-list dive and you shouldn't miss out on it. It's four days of diving on the banks, with a rig or two thrown in during the day. It's a special treat.
- All meals and snacks included
- AL 80 cf tanks Nitrox
- 16 dives, including 4 night dives
- Trip Shirt Included
Cooper River, SC - September, 2025
Fossil Diving on a Weekend Getaway
Prices TBD based on group size
12 spots available
Not for the Faint of Heart!
But an experience not to be missed.
Dive into History and recover your own fossils. Dive with an experienced Captain who is great with beginners.
- Single accomodations, with no supplement
- Flexible meals options
- Drive or fly into Charleston with Airport pickup
- Trip Shirt included
Cozumel, Mexico - October, 2025
- Hotel Cozumel & Dive Paradise
7 Nights, 5 Days Diving - 14 dives total
- Welcome Shore Dive - bouyancy, gear check and orientation
- 5 days, 2 tank morning boat dives
- 4 days, 1 tanks afternoon dives
- Breakfast included (all-meals optional)
- Welcome Cocktail Party
- Farewell Dinner
- Trip Shirt included
- Group Photo
$1,699 (Breakfast Only)
$1,899 (All meals, snacks and drinks, including domestic alcohol)
Double Occupancy
Christmas 2025
STAY TUNED