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Scuba Certification: Dive into Underwater Worlds
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63 Ratings
Panama City Beach
Scuba divers traverse the remaining 71% of the globe blanketed by water! A scuba certification is genuinely a passport to thrill.
Scuba divers traverse the remaining 71% of the globe blanketed by water! A scuba certification is genuinely a passport to thrill.
Duration:
3 days
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 106 Thomas Dr - Entry level Certified Divers learn to safely dive with a buddy to a depth of 60’. Certification is good for life and recognized in any dive shop the world over. Training takes place in a pool, from shore and offshore from a boat in a typical class.
- 106 Thomas Dr - Entry level Certified Divers learn to safely dive with a buddy to a depth of 60’. Certification is good for life and recognized in any dive shop the world over. Training takes place in a pool, from shore and offshore from a boat in a typical class.
What's Included
- SCUBA equipment usage included
- SCUBA equipment usage included
Additional Information
- Students need to complete a medical questionnaire that may require a Doctors approval prior to the class.
- Students need to complete a medical questionnaire that may require a Doctors approval prior to the class.
Location
106 Thomas Dr
Thomas Drive
Classes start at the Dive Shop. Each day divers will head to different sites to train in different environments.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(63 Ratings)
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Robertt1926
Dec 14, 2024
Scuba certification and refresher course - My wife and I flew from California to Panama City beach so my wife could get Scuba certified in warm water. We chose Panama City diving because of all of the positive reviews. I also was taking a renewal class. We very fortunate to get Damon as our instructor. He went above and beyond to make sure my wife would earn her certification. The first day was in the pool and she lucked out by being the only student. The second day we met at a small marina, located in a state park. The visibility in the water was about 5 feet. Damon stayed close, made sure she was safe and helped my wife with all the requirements for the day.
The following day, we were supposed to head back to the Marina but a storm was approaching and it wouldn't be safe to dive in the ocean.
So Damon went out of his way to find a safe location. we ended up diving in Morrison Springs. It was a beautiful location and visibility was about 25 feet.
My wife passed all of the requirements and received her certificate.
Overall, it was a great experience. Damon was a great instructor and a heck of a nice guy. If you use Panama City Diving, try to get Damon as your instructor-you will not be disappointed!
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Roam05495501651
Nov 7, 2024
SDI SCUBA Cert with Panama City Dive - May we all be lucky enough to learn from a teacher like Damon at least once in our lives. My SCUBA Cert instructor from Panama City Dive was excellent. He was clearly an expert diver and I had no problem trusting him to keep us both safe under water. I can be a little nervous in group settings where we have to learn new skills on-the-fly (too much pressure, feels like PE class!) but Damon was extremely patient, answered all my questions, and made me feel right at home. Hes also clearly a very caring person and wants everyone around him to have fun and succeed. By the time the course ended I could confidently say I felt like a safe diver and OMG WE SAW SO MUCH COOL STUFF.
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236shayg
Oct 15, 2024
Great certification experience. - My husband and I completed our Open Water Diving and Nitrox certifications with Panama City Diving this past weekend. From start to finish they were wonderful to work with. Our instructor, Ben, was a great teacher and very patient if I struggled to catch on to a skill. We cannot recommend them enough for all of your scuba diving needs.
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Katemf3411ym
Oct 4, 2024
Fun and informative! - Thank you to Ben for making the process easy to understand and fun!!! I was hesitant to enroll in the class but I am so glad I did! I felt safe and confident in my skills once we went into the ocean-thanks to Ben! Thanks again 🤗
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Ajbh6410at
Sep 23, 2024
Highly Recommended - Damn was my instructor for my refresher dive. It's been over 21 years since I've dove, and Damon was thorough and clear with his instructions. He also didn't make me feel like I was a brand new diver, even though it's been a while since I've been underwater. I had a fantastic experience. I highly recommend Damon as a diving instructor and Panama City Diving!
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779kennethe
Sep 3, 2024
Underwater Hunter- Intro to Spearfishing a Great Experience - Took the SDI Underwater Hunter- Intro to Spearfishing course created by Panama City Diving. Great course, a must for anyone wanting to add this skill to their SCUBA experience. The instructor Ben was outstanding. PCD never fails to impress, this course is no exception.
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285elainen
Aug 4, 2024
Certification/Diving - I completed a Scuba refresher class with Panama City Diving on August 1st. It had been several years since I was certified and I had a lot of anxiety. Damon my diving instructor was amazing! He made me feel comfortable, safe and very encouraging. I finished the class feeling very comfortable. Highly recommend Damon if you are looking to become certified. Looking forward to my next diving excursion!!!!
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Davidwi4658dw
May 28, 2024
Learning to Dive in Panama City Beach - A great place to learn how to dive. Instructor Baylee is awesome, very informative and helpful. The practice dives went smoothly - the whole team worked well to take care of us and ensure that we were comfortable and confident during the dives. I 100% recommend for anyone wanting to learn to dive. If you are considering diving - do it! Definitely enjoyable. Pro tip - wear waterproof shoes or sandals onto the boat. 😅
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U3733yqlewisg
May 17, 2024
Best Scuba Dive Shop in Panama City Beach Fl - Well Panama City Diving is an incredible dive shop!
If you are looking for SCUBA certification or to try scuba on vacation, Panama City Diving is your place to go. From the very beginning I dealt with Pat the owner and he helped me get set up with the learning courses and decide which scuba certification would be right for me.
Through the course I had instructor Ben, he was awesome! Ben is an extremely qualified trainer of instructors for SDI and was a ton of fun!
His passion for scuba is evident and it was a great time learning from him! Our first classroom day was rained out but we were able to make up the second day in the pool and do two dives at st Andrew’s state park. The dives were incredible and we worked on fundamental skills for safety and great dive etiquette. I will be going to Panama City Diving over and over for wreck dives and any certifications and to just catch up with the crew.
If you are considering scuba diving in Panama City fl please please please go to Panama City Diving it is the first shop on Thomas drive by the Hathaway bridge in Panama City fl! They have sooo much to offer!
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Scottfw8551xt
Mar 19, 2024
Instructor Baylee is the BEST!!!!! - Incredible experience, the staff is super friendly and professional. Baylee is a great instructor, she made the experience amazing for our son who wants to be a diver. She was very attentive and was a really great teacher/diving instructor. The rest of the staff was very knowledgeable and helpful with any questions. Top notch diving class. If you want to learn how to dive this is the company to use. Five stars throughout the whole experience.
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