You've just discovered Marco Island's premier full-service dive shop. From mask to fins and anything in between, we can outfit you with everything you need for scuba diving and all things on and under the water. Unlike a faceless online store, we stand behind our products and always strive to go above & beyond when helping our customers.
Tucked away at the North end of the island is our quiet little dive shop with a true, old-fashioned "mom & pop" vibe. We've been serving Southwest Florida since 1998 and have well over 30 years of diving instruction experience. Stop by and say hello - we're always happy to meet new people and help new divers discover the wonders of being underwater!
Tucked away at the North end of the island is our quiet little dive shop with a true, old-fashioned "mom & pop" vibe. We've been serving Southwest Florida since 1998 and have well over 30 years of diving instruction experience. Stop by and say hello - we're always happy to meet new people and help new divers discover the wonders of being underwater!
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The vision for Scuba Marco came to Capt. Jeff while he was underwater at Marco Island's Five Mile Reef. Dive conditions were perfect that day and in the middle of a beautiful, tranquilizing dive he had the thought, "I could bring divers out here, share this aquatic beauty and give them a great experience."
We teach PADI certifications that are recognized around the world. There are more than 10 major training agencies worldwide, and we can accept Open Water Referral Students from any of them, as long as they adhere to the World Recreational Scuba Training Council's Standards. All legitimate certification agencies put slightly different spins on certain aspects of training.
Start with a fun, easy pool session to introduce the skills you'll need for your open water dive experience. We'll get you acquainted with the dive equipment, practice mask clearing and buoyancy skills, and show you how easy it can be to move about underwater. Please do remember: Scuba diving is a weather related sport!
Our entry level PADI Open Water certification is a fast, fun and safe way to enter the fabulous underwater world. Your certification card will enable you to dive anywhere in the world, buy or rent equipment, and never expires. We can complete training in as little as 3 days, and can certify students as young as age 10!
So you have completed the class and pool portions of your Open Water Certification and now you need to complete the open water dives. Perhaps you had scheduling conflicts on open water weekend? Or, maybe you just aren't excited about the prospect of giant striding into a cold, murky quarry? We certainly don't blame you for that!
Reviews (20)
Michael Willer
Jan 07, 2022
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We were in Marco for the week for the first scuba diving trip after certification for myself and my two boys. After a shore dive at Blue Heron Bridge earlier in the week, we were able to go out with Scuba Marco on two dives. Everything was well prepared and the trip was perfect. Many thanks for a great first boat dive for the three of us!
Ricardo Alverio
Nov 15, 2021
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Our instructor, Melody, was amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable and very patient. Always encouraging us to continue even though I thought about quitting several times. Craig did a refresher course for my oldest daughter and he was also fantastic. Jeff and Jessi are super nice and gave us some pointers throughout our training. I would recommend anyone interested in becoming scuba dive certified to do their training through Scuba Marco and to continue their more advance training through them as well. Thank you for all your help and support.
Thomas Cooprider
Oct 18, 2021
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Emily O'Brien
Oct 16, 2021
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My husband and I got certified through Scuba Marco and everything was amazing every step of the way!! Jessi and Jeff the owners are so knowledgeable and willing to help with any questions you have. Mel was our instructor and she was fantastic!! She was so patient and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. I’m SO thankful to have done our training through them and purchase all of our gear through them! They are THE BEST!!!
Dental Diva
Oct 06, 2021
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My boyfriend and I went to get our dive certification and from start to finish everyone at Scuba Marco was amazing. Melody is a great instructor. She wrapped her personal experiences with the lessons which really helps get a better understanding of the concepts taught. She made us feel comfortable start to finish which made the experience absolutely perfect. Highly recommend Scuba Marco for all dive needs
Steve
Oct 02, 2021
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We did our PADI certification with Scuba Marco - Me, my daughter, my son & his partner. These guys are top notch and phenomenal. Instructor Dan was able to talk my daughter through some stress and get her through the pool sessions - just awesome. Here are the areas where I think they excel: a) Knowledge - their instructors Dan, Melodie and John were absolutely great in every aspect of training - from the start through the pool and finally the open water sessions; b) Interaction: they are all just super friendly and laid back - no pressure but make no mistake, they are serious PADI diving instructors
Michael Tanner
Sep 08, 2021
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Yep! Their 4.9 star rating is right on!
Melody, our guide, and Kevin, our captain were very friendly and supportive.
The whole process was fun, enjoyable, and stress free!
We visited 9 Mile Reef at 2 locations and saw a lot of interesting marine life including big groupers, barracuda, and a host of other fish species. Rental equipment was excellent and boat set up well to make a pleasant dive trip! I'll be back!
Melody, our guide, and Kevin, our captain were very friendly and supportive.
The whole process was fun, enjoyable, and stress free!
We visited 9 Mile Reef at 2 locations and saw a lot of interesting marine life including big groupers, barracuda, and a host of other fish species. Rental equipment was excellent and boat set up well to make a pleasant dive trip! I'll be back!
Scott Ashton
Sep 08, 2021
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I did my PADI Open Water Diver course with Scuba Marco recently. Not only did I have a great time learning a new skill, all of the instructors - especially Melody - were great! Patient, very knowledgeable, and highly safety conscious. Everyone there worked hard to make sure we enjoyed our experience and learned to be competent, safe divers. I highly recommend it and can't wait to go out diving with them again!
Valerie Tutor
Sep 06, 2021
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Did my Open Water Diver certification with these wonderful people!! Friendly, encouraging, knowledgeable and accommodating. I am so thrilled I found this fantastic shop with such great staff. Jessie & Jeff, the owners, are laid back, super positive and make you feel you are part of the "family" right off the bat. Melody was the best instructor! Kind, patient and always encouraging She helped me to gain confidence in myself throughout the pool work and open water dives. If this shop were closer to me (about 75 minutes away) I would hang out there every week just to soak up all the positive energy
Marui Lavinder
Apr 17, 2021
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Dean R.
Sep 26, 2020
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Trey L.
Jul 08, 2020
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A wonderful experience through and through! By far the best quality team!
Great people from the beginning when we called to schedule all the way through the end to unloading our gear and getting back in our car!
Jeff and Nick did a great job as our captain and guide! Our group is novice to the certified scuba world and Jeff took the initiative to be a guide for us and made sure we saw great views and to make sure were safe! You will not find a better team for your Scuba needs on the gulf coast!
Great people from the beginning when we called to schedule all the way through the end to unloading our gear and getting back in our car!
Jeff and Nick did a great job as our captain and guide! Our group is novice to the certified scuba world and Jeff took the initiative to be a guide for us and made sure we saw great views and to make sure were safe! You will not find a better team for your Scuba needs on the gulf coast!
Kate M.
Nov 02, 2019
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My daughter just got her scuba certification today with her boyfriend. Scuba Marco has been professional from start to finish. We did the accelerated classes and there were no surprises. It was exactly as described from beginning to end. John paid special attention to make sure that these two were very well taken care of and learned everything they need to know to be successful divers. I highly recommend Scuba Marco to anyone considering getting certified.
Geoff J.
Sep 28, 2019
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What terrific dives from start to finish! Jeff knows how to make you feel comfortable and relaxed, whether you're a newbie, like my son or a 40+ year diver like myself. Coming from CA, I had to rent all my gear and Scuba Marco's is top notch, clean and comfortable. Shout out to Cap. Chris as well. Thanks for a wonderful day on the gulf!
Dana C.
Jun 15, 2018
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Jhan N.
Jun 14, 2018
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Jeff & Jessi are 2 of the kindest, knowledgeable, caring & patient people on the planet. Jessi worked out all the details for our dive trip and had everything prepared for our Open Water certification. Jeff worked with us in the pool for our refresher course. He was so methodical and took all the time we needed to make sure we were ready for the open ocean. In the water he took us on a slow and easy pace and made sure we had a great time. We passed the certification!
Thank you to Charleen, Pat and Robert for being patient with us and celebrating with us.
If you want a great diving experience
Thank you to Charleen, Pat and Robert for being patient with us and celebrating with us.
If you want a great diving experience
Wm P.
Jul 13, 2017
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Jeff W.
Jul 02, 2016
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Just finished my four certification dives with Captain Jeff. Just superb!!! Great gear great boat, great crew, and reasonably priced. Jeff Dawson makes you feel safe and secure the entire time. I never felt rushed. He is a consummate professional. And the dives were awesome! Fish, fish, fish.
If I could give 6 stars I would!
If I could give 6 stars I would!
Carmela R.
Jun 16, 2015
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My husband and son dove last Wednesday. They were told it would not be as "clear as the Caribbean". However the visibility was only a few feet. If you looked away from the group you would get lost. The instructor had three people that were getting certified so of course had to focus on them. My son was told to go down and hold the rope but then he saw the instructor swimming so he let go of the rope and then got lost. The instructor found him and then my son gave him the OK signal but then Jeff had him surface and go back to the boat. So he didn't really get to stay with the group
Jason M.
Apr 17, 2014
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