Big Island Scuba & Repair

Located at the Luhia Center in Kailua-Kona, Big Island Scuba & Repair operates as both a professional dive centre and a highly specialised technical workshop. With over 38 years of experience in the industry, the facility has become a cornerstone for the local diving community and visiting divers alike.

The centre is led by master technician Bradley T. Bollinger, a PSI/PCI certified expert specialising in regulator maintenance. This technical expertise ensures that whether you are looking for instruction or a precision repair, you are working with a high level of professional competence.

The centre is managed by Bradley T. Bollinger, a master technician with extensive expertise in equipment servicing. His specialization in regulator repair and his PSI/PCI certification provide a level of technical security for divers relying on their kit.

Instruction is delivered through the SEI and CMAS affiliations, ensuring a standardised and rigorous approach to training. The facility is open seven days a week to accommodate different schedules and provides 24/7 access to local residents with an account.

The centre provides a full spectrum of training through SEI and CMAS affiliations. You can begin your journey with the Open Water Diver course and progress through Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver certifications.

For those looking to extend their bottom time, Nitrox training is available on-site. The curriculum also includes the Divemaster level for those pursuing professional development.

The shop is a comprehensive service hub, offering full equipment hire including masks, snorkels, fins, wetsuits, BCDs, regulators, and cylinders. For those needing to document their dives, camera rentals and underwater metal detectors are also available.

Technical services are a primary focus, with on-site capabilities for air and Nitrox fills, hydrostatic testing, and specialized repairs for BCDs and regulators from major brands such as Atomic, Mares, and Tusa. The facility also offers pressure testing for dive computers, cameras, and other equipment that requires a decompression chamber.