Scuba School And Family Dive Center
Scuba School And Family Dive Center
Scuba School And Family Dive Center
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07:30 - 17:30
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07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday
07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
07:30 - 17:30
Thursday
07:30 - 17:30
Friday
07:30 - 17:30
Saturday
07:30 - 17:30
Sunday
07:30 - 17:30
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Scuba School And Family Dive Center Belize. A premier PADI FIVE STAR dive center in Belize, offering scuba lessons, local dives, Blue Hole, private charters, Blue Hole Overnight, mainland tours and much. We are a full license tour operator company that provides services throughout the country of Belize. We have teach hundreds of PADI dive course. Our dive professionals are among the best instructors with high expiriance on all scuba dive lessons. We are located five minutes boat ride from the second largest Barrier Reef, vivid with marine life, dolphin, sharks, turtles, Caribbian colorful fish... San Pedro, Ambergris Caye is the largest island just fifteen minutes flight from Belize by Tropic Air or Maya Air.
San Pedro, Belize
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2023
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Katherine T
Boston, MA3 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
I completed my Open Water at Scuba School last March and was so excited to come back and dive here again! I have gone diving a few times since in other places with different shops and no where else have I had as great of an experience than at Scuba School. They have such attentive dive masters who not only are focused on giving you an amazing dive experience, but prioritize safety at all times. Not to mention everyone there is so much fun to be around, both at the surface and underwater. Thanks to Lindo, Zain, MJ, Esrom, and Joel for all the amazing dives! The women in the office are outstanding as well and make scheduling dives so easy and are extremely communicative! Scuba School is the only place I'll dive with down there and who I would recommend to anyone looking to get certified or do recreational diving with when in San Pedro! Looking forward to my next visit (hopefully) soon!
Written 18 March 2024
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Resort813834
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Couples
Absolutely loved our experience with Scuba School. All the instructors are great! Josh, Zain, Lindo, and Damian are all wonderful dive masters that really have a love for the ocean and making sure their divers are having a great and safe time. The office staff is great too, excellent at communicating all the relevant details and drawing up a plan for dive, big shout out to Seleny for answering all our questions professionally and concisely. I got my advanced open water with Scuba School and so glad I decided to do it with them. Next time I dive Belize it will 100% be with Scuba School.
Written 15 March 2024
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Hi Resort813834,
Thank you for your wonderful review about SSFDCB. On behalf of all the team, thank you for your 5-stars! I'm so glad you had a great and safe time! Congratulations on earning your AOW diver certification! We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 15 March 2024
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Madeline96
58 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
This was a great company to do some diving with. Damien was our dive master and he was awesome! The rest of the crew were great too. Definitely recommend getting certified there or before coming to Belize as there are little options for beginner divers. This goes for any dive shop in San Pedro. They take safety seriously which was appreciated and staff were super friendly. Would definitely dive with them again, hopefully soon! Thanks Damien!!
Written 14 March 2024
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Hello Madeline,
Thanks so much for your wonderful review! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time getting to experience the underwater world! I'm so glad you felt safety was taken seriously since it's what is most important at the end of the day. We certainly hope to have you back so we can get ya certified! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 15 March 2024
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Bryanth
San Francisco, CA5 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Did my Advance Open Water here. Tremendous group of people. Gave off great vibes the whole time. They are so funny, so chill and serious when they need to be. They recognize when you need help fast. Thanks to the Esram, MJ, Damian, Zain, Joel for all the amazing dives! They have fun doing what they do. I had an excellent time diving in San Pedro Belize!
Also thanks to the front office staff for putting together a great dive package for my visit! So easy to communicate and work with.
Also thanks to the front office staff for putting together a great dive package for my visit! So easy to communicate and work with.
Written 13 March 2024
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Hi Bryanth,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us this fabulous 5-star review! We really appreciate your kind words about our team. Congratulations on becoming an AOW diver! We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 15 March 2024
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Veroh M
Jonquiere, Canada2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
This is an amazing place and everybody is so thoughfull and funny. This where i got my certification and my experience over there was just perfect. Thanks to everyone who's working at this place.
Written 8 March 2024
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Hello verohm2024,
Thanks so much for your amazing review! I'm so glad you had a perfect experience with our team, it was a pleasure having you! We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 9 March 2024
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Dan M
Anchorage, AK13 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Everybody there was so helpful, informative and professional. I was entertained and at the same time felt like I got excellent instruction and guidance on my open water scuba certification.
MJ, Esrom, and Lindo were all focused on safety and clear with the dive plan communication,
Excellent dive instructors, and dive masters. They all made each of my 9 dive’s outstanding!
Of course learning to dive in Belize at the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world with the water temperatures around 81° and the air temperature around 80 was probably spoiling myself.
MJ, Esrom, and Lindo were all focused on safety and clear with the dive plan communication,
Excellent dive instructors, and dive masters. They all made each of my 9 dive’s outstanding!
Of course learning to dive in Belize at the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world with the water temperatures around 81° and the air temperature around 80 was probably spoiling myself.
Written 8 March 2024
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Hello dfmurakami,
Thanks so much for wonderful review! I'm so glad you had a great time getting certified with us, congratulations on becoming a certified diver! I'm so glad you felt safe with us since its most important at the end of the day.
We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 9 March 2024
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Dreamer32828844662
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Couples
I don't think I have ever written a trip advisor review but feel that the team at Scuba School And Family Dive Center Belize are amazing and deserve the highest praise. From the excellent communication over email, every person behind the front desk, and of course the divers. Myself and my partner completed our PADI here as well as our friend who was already certified. We were taught by MJ who is an excellent teacher. I was pretty anxious and unsure if I was going to do it, they were so kind and allowed me to do a test dive. We did the adventure package once certified and dives with Damien who is also absolutely brilliant. The whole team work so well together, you can tell that they love what they do and put you at ease. It feels more like one big happy diving family. I also really love that they don't feed the sharks in shark and ray alley and explained why this is a problem within the boat/diving community. We did our research about this before choosing a dive so this was important to us and should be something that everyone thinks about and considers.
If there is a way to put you guys forward for an award please let me know because I think you all deserve it.
If you are considering diving or learning how to dive I would stop and look no further.
If there is a way to put you guys forward for an award please let me know because I think you all deserve it.
If you are considering diving or learning how to dive I would stop and look no further.
Written 7 March 2024
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Hi Dreamer32828844662,
Thank you so much for allowing us the honor of being your first trip advisor review, this more than anything helps our family business and we are so grateful you took the time to tell the world about your experience.
I'm so glad our guys had the privilege to see you through all the way from the try dive to the PADI Adventure Package, what an adventure! Thanks so much for allowing us to come along on that adventure! It was a pleasure having you with us.
We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 8 March 2024
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Kate T
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Family
This dive shop is fantastic! The crew (Esrom, Lindo, Damien, and Joe) were extremely knowledgeable, professional, friendly and funny. The front desk ladies were awesome at helping us choose the right package and sending reminders of our dive dates, times, places, what to bring, etc. They were also great about rescheduling a dive for us when the weather wasn’t cooperating. Additionally, this was my family’s first dive outside of our certification classes, so there was some nervousness. As soon as we met the crew and listened to their fantastic instruction, we were immediately calmed and very excited for the dive. After several different AMAZING dives with this crew, we are officially hooked on scuba. We can’t say enough great things about Scuba School and Family Dive Center!!!
Written 7 March 2024
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Hi F2479FZkatet,
I just wanted to say thank you so much for your fantastic 5 star review! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time with us and you thought we were a great mix of fun and professionalism. It is so great that the team was able to calm your anxieties and help you enjoy the amazing underwater world of Belize. We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 8 March 2024
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Taylor H
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Couples
I've always wanted to get certified and after some research I chose Scuba School & Family Dive Center. I am so happy that I did.
Underwater adventures haven't always made me feel very safe, but the professional laid back feel of all the trainers and dive masters here took my Scuba trip to the next level.
Me and my girlfriend both got certified, (me for open water, her AOW) and from start to finish it was a great experience.
I started with Esrom, and although I was nervous about some of the procedures he made me feel safe, comfortable, and gave me the knowledge foundation to feel confident in my own abilities.
I would highly recommend the Adventure Package that includes extra dives after you get certified. We were able to see incredible marine life on almost every dive, and every employee from MJ, Damian, and Lindo were all top notch. No matter who you have as a dive master, you are sure to enjoy your time.
FIVE STARS!!!
Underwater adventures haven't always made me feel very safe, but the professional laid back feel of all the trainers and dive masters here took my Scuba trip to the next level.
Me and my girlfriend both got certified, (me for open water, her AOW) and from start to finish it was a great experience.
I started with Esrom, and although I was nervous about some of the procedures he made me feel safe, comfortable, and gave me the knowledge foundation to feel confident in my own abilities.
I would highly recommend the Adventure Package that includes extra dives after you get certified. We were able to see incredible marine life on almost every dive, and every employee from MJ, Damian, and Lindo were all top notch. No matter who you have as a dive master, you are sure to enjoy your time.
FIVE STARS!!!
Written 7 March 2024
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Hi Taylor,
Thanks so incredibly much for your fabulous FIVE STAR review! We truly appreciate your feedback and awesome comments about our staff for creating wonderful memories and will be delighted to share it with them.
The fact that you not only had such a great time, but also felt safe with us speaks volumes because at the end of the day, safety is always the most important.
I'm just thrilled you had a great time earning your certifications with our team. It was nothing short of a pleasure having you guys with us! Thanks so much for choosing us to be part of your Belizean adventure!
We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 8 March 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Bill A
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Solo
I completed nine dives including one night dive during my seven day stay. Started with a refresher day, as it's been a decade plus since I last dove—easy setup online to connect and make a plan for dives. Once there you can adjust as needed-when in Belize you are on island time! The Dive masters and the boat captains are terrific, happy, friendly, work together well and make you feel right at home! A few names: Lindo, Damion, MJ, Esrom, Joel- great! As is the female staff! Lost my phone and they searched Facebook and someone had posted a found iphone that was mine!! Buying a lottery ticket tonight!!
Written 4 March 2024
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Hi billaW8457GH,
I just wanted to say thanks so much for your exceptional review! I'm so glad you were able to not only recover your lost phone, but also enjoy some incredible dives while in San Pedro! We know you have a great many places to choose from for your Belizean adventures and we so very much appreciate that you chose us. We hope to have the privilege of diving with you again soon! Until then, happy bubbles!
Kindest Regards,
Lauren
SSFDCB Management Team
Written 5 March 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
lorisa brown
Dickinson, TX8 contributions
What about sharks? And not the nurse sharks? I want to dive but need to get past my fear of sharks..
Kris K
1 contribution
Like you, I had a fear of sharks. We saw both nurse sharks and reef sharks on every dive. They are actually quite amazing to see. They keep their distance and just gracefully swim around. I was never fearful when I saw them, I was more mesmerized than anything! Just read more about reef sharks and that should help too. They are not great whites! Good luck and enjoy!
CyndiontheGO
Redlands, CA106 contributions
A couple of us would like to learn how to scuba dive. Is there a package to just learn and then beginner dives? My husband and I are seniors (65yrs old). Will it be a problem for us to learn how to scuba?
We are a family of 4 adults visiting July 18-25. I’d like to swim the whale sharks primarily. Will they still be in your waters then? I’m reviewing your other tours.
Patty
Phoenix, AZ6 contributions
You can swim with nurse sharks when snorkeling in the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Scuba diving isn’t needed. I am not sure about the whale shark season. However if you want to learn to dive, you can take the resort course at the scuba school and they will then take you out on a dive. They are very experienced and safety conscious when out on dives with all levels of divers. They are also very familiar with the marine life locations and seasons. I would highly recommend them.
What is the cost range for a dive session please? I have yet to do my advanced.
Rebecca L
2 contributions
It looks like the question has been answered above. I honestly don't remember especially because we were getting certified so our dive package included the training plus we added dives to it. It wasn't very much though, maybe $45-$50 I believe. I would check on their website, or call them. The number on the website leads to a USA phone number, if you live in the US therefore no international charges.
hello
We are planning to head in Belizle in the next couple of weeks
I was wandering how is the seaweed situation in Belizle ?
Are the beaches filled with seaweed?
Does this affect the diving conditions ?
thanks for your time
cheers
paul
Venancio Tillett
San Pedro, Belize27 contributions
Hi Paul, the sargassum is affecting everyone here but must of the resort clean the beach. Fortunately it doesn’t affect the dives sits, since all of our dive sites are boat dives, five minutes from our shop. We been having great visibility.
Sharlynn V
Meridian, ID1 contribution
I am a certified diver but my fiancée has only done the discover scuba diving. I am trying to figure out how to do the best of both worlds. Is there a way we can dive together where he can dive more shallow as required for his experience and I can do deeper diving at the same time. Basically him above and me below.
allaprocom
Reston, VA2 contributions
I agree with the previous comments. We've had a great experience with the Scuba School and they have organized everything perfectly. On one of our dives, we started off as one group on a shallow end of the reef. About half way, we got split up into two groups and some folks went deeper, while the rest remained in the shallow. The dive masters at the Scuba School are really good about finding what works for every skill level. Also it's such a beautiful area no matter how deep you dive. I'm sure you both will enjoy it!
Jerri C
36 contributions
are you located on Caye Caulker?
Venancio Tillett
San Pedro, Belize27 contributions
We are located in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye.
If I land in Belize international airport, how do I get to your resort?
X of Dallas
17 contributions
The best ways to get there from Belize International Airport are either to take a plane (it's about 15 minutes in the air) or by taking a taxi to downtown Belize City and then taking a ferry. The taxi/ferry option takes longer, but if it's done on a clear night the stargazing is magnificent.
Finn_ish1_12
Helena, MT8 contributions
My daughter will be in Belize February 22 after 1. Can she get her open water certificate on that day. Thanks. Margie
Venancio Tillett
San Pedro, Belize27 contributions
Good day Helena, if she is Looking to do the open water course she can't do it in one day. If she want to do some diving I'll recommend to do the resort course. She can do it in half day and allow her to dive. This is not a certification.
Craig R
9 contributions
Hi, my wife and I are staying at the Royal Caribbean Resort and looking to dive Dec 28 and 29th. I am an advanced open water diver and my is looking to try out an exploratory dive as a first timer. Could you provide us with your availability and rates for an exploratory dive for my wife on the 28th and a few dives on both days for me? Thanks. - Craig
I would email them directly. They were very responsive to me via email which is why I chose them to get scuba certified.
Hi! My 19-year-old daughter wants to get scuba certified during our trip to Belize next March. We are planning a Monday-Monday trip, and I know she isn't supposed to fly within 24-hours of civing. Do your classes run all week or is there a certain day where you start everyone? She does plan on completing the classroom portion online before we come down.
Also, is there a hotel close by that you can recommend?
Thanks!!
Christine
Venancio Tillett
San Pedro, Belize27 contributions
Hi,
Sure we have classes all week to teach, Can you let me know the exact dates you are all planing to come and visit Belize in March. For hotels we have Royal Caribbean Resort, Banana Beach Resort,Mata Rocks Resort as well it all depends on the price range you looking for. Hope to hear from you soon.