C&C Marine Services, Peter Carrick

Based at Fairlie Quay Marina in Largs, C&C Marine Services has been a fixture of the local diving community for three decades. This long-standing presence in the United Kingdom's diving scene is built on a foundation of professional marine services and high-standard instruction.

As an SSI dive centre, they cater to a wide spectrum of divers. Whether you are looking to take your first breath underwater or you are an experienced technical diver seeking advanced gas blending or instructor training, the facility is designed to support your progression.

The team at C&C Marine Services consists of six professional instructors. This allows for a structured learning environment where divers can progress through the SSI certification hierarchy with experienced guidance.

The centre's expertise extends far beyond basic recreational diving. They provide training for professional roles, including Assistant Instructor, Open Water Instructor, and Specialty Instructor, as well as instructor training and gas blending instruction for Nitrox and Trimix.

The course catalogue is extensive, covering the full SSI curriculum. Beginners can start with Try Scuba and work through to Open Water Diver and Advanced Adventurer. The centre also offers specialised training in Dry Suit Diving, Deep Diving, and Wreck Diving.

For those looking to refine their skills or move into professional territory, C&C Marine Services provides advanced specialties such as Navigation, Search & Recovery, and Perfect Buoyancy. They also host technical and professional courses including Decompression Diving, Gas Blender Nitrox/Trimix Instructor, and various instructor-level training programmes.

The centre operates a well-stocked dive shop providing a range of essential kit and accessories. For those who prefer to travel light, they offer equipment hire to ensure you have the right tools for your dives.

Technical divers will find the gas services particularly useful. The facility provides air recharges, Nitrox, and Trimix blending on-site. They also offer cylinder testing services to ensure your equipment meets the necessary safety standards before you head out.