Fort Walton Beach Scuba

Fort Walton Beach Scuba is a full-service diving hub situated in Mary Esther, Florida, serving the wider Emerald Coast including Destin, Navarre, and Fort Walton Beach. The centre has recently transitioned to new leadership under Trevor Dell and Dive World LLC, maintaining the long-standing reputation for service and safety established by the previous owner.

For those looking to combine their diving with a stay, the centre has a partnership with the TownePlace Suites by Marriott, offering 'Stay & Dive' packages that include reduced hotel rates and diving advantages. Whether you are visiting for a single day of wreck exploration or looking to complete a professional certification, the centre is positioned to support divers from all backgrounds.

The instruction team brings a wealth of knowledge to the Emerald Coast, with instructors boasting more than 30 years of teaching experience. As a PADI 5 Star centre, they offer a highly structured educational environment, catering to everyone from first-time snorkelers to professional candidates.

Beyond standard recreational training, the centre is committed to inclusive diving through its adaptive diving programmes. They also support the local diving community through specialised training such as the PADI Underwater Hunter course and various conservation-focused specialties. For those pursuing a career in the industry, they provide pathways through the PADI Divemaster and Assistant Instructor programmes.

The training catalogue is extensive, covering the full spectrum of PADI certifications. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or the Open Water Diver course, while experienced divers can progress through Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and Master Scuba Diver levels.

Technical and specialty training is a core part of their offering, including Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, Cavern Diver, and Sidemount Diver courses. They also host several professional-level programmes, such as the PADI Divemaster and Assistant Instructor programmes, as well as instructor training for PADI OWSI, Enriched Air Instructor, and Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor.

The centre provides a comprehensive range of rental kit, including BCDs, cylinders, computers, wetsuits, masks, snorkels, fins, and weights. They also supply dive flags for surface signalling.

On-site facilities include air and Nitrox filling services, with Nitrox provided to Oxygen Compatible Air standards. The shop also offers equipment sales and professional repair and maintenance services to ensure your kit is in top condition before you head out.