What do people say about us

"Hey Mr. Findley, I hope this finds you well! My name is Will, I was with you for the most recent Advanced Open Water class and I just have to say, it was incredible! Thank you! My primary purpose of this email is to schedule my five specialty classes. I know we discussed the five as being Search and Recovery, Dry Suit, Full Face Mask, Wreck, and Peak Buoyancy. I was wanting to just switch the Peak Buoyancy to Deep Diver. I would like to schedule them soon ideally. Thank you again!"
- Will Robinson, Lynchburg, VA

"We want to let you know we had a great time diving this weekend in NC with the SeaDevils. Marilou did an excellent job as group leader. She makes the trip so fun, organizing and exciting. We really appreciate her hard work and dedication that makes the trip run smoothly and be a lot of fun. Both the boat crew and the divers really love her. Three cheers for Marilou!"

- Dan & Sue Tuck, Charlottesville, VA

"Hi there! Just wanted to let you all know that I got BIG props for how great my instructors must have been when I went for the referral dives. Shout out to Jesse and Michaele for being wonderful and supportive teachers! I’ll definitely be be back to the shop and looking for more training at some point soon. Thank you again for an awesome first experience. I’m super excited about it! Thank you!"

- Meghan Costello, Charlottesville, VA

"Greetings from Catalina! A quick note to say Zara and Amity completed their first 2 Open Water dives! We’ll be joining them for their last one tomorrow so I’ll have more to share on Catalina but so far yes it’s cold but they seem to be doing ok with the 7mm wetsuits and hoods/booties and they are having a blast. The dive shop here was very complementary to your teaching/preparing the kids - the girls had no trouble with any of the skills. The attached pic shows them making their way down the steps to the Dive Park. We’ll follow up with a full report once we’re back in C’ville. Thanks again!"
- Johanna Craig, Charlottesville, VA

"I just wanted to thank you and Dive Connections for allowing us to use our LivingSocial voucher even though we weren't able to make it work during the specified time period. My wife Emily and I had a great time yesterday during the discover class! SCUBA is definitely a unique experience and after our time yesterday we couldn't stop saying things like "That is definitely something I could get into." We owe the credit of our good experience to our instructor Andrew! He knew the skills very well and made us feel safe as it was our first time SCUBA diving. When we had trouble with some of the basic skills it was great that he got us regrouped and talked about what we were doing incorrectly; then we were able to perform the skills with no problem. Again thank you for a great experience and if we are ever asked about SCUBA we will definitely send people your way!

- Adam Pudliner, Roseland, VA

"The people who were at The Dive Connections in Charlottesville were outstanding. Many times, extra divers just came to help and there were 2 instructors per student. Everyone was so helpful and they didn't go on to the next skill until you absolutely had the previous skill. My daughter was well taken care of by Chip Earle, and his staff and she LOVED the experience. As a mom, I felt it was very safe, well organized and overall well done."

- Heidi Lohr, Madison, VA

"Thank you and Andrew for instructing the triplets 9th birthday party. We had a wonderful experience which we, all, will remember for the rest of our lives. Once again, thank you and your team for the great party!"

- Andrea Alms, Charlottesville, VA

"I wanted to say how much I enjoyed the pool sessions with Mike, Shelley, John, Adam, and Sherece. Everyone was helpful, had a great attitude, and clearly loved diving. The instructors were patient and clear. They handled students with differing comfort levels compassionately and effectively while doing their best to stay on time. Dive Connections runs a first-class operation and I'm proud to be a graduate!"

- Catherine Casey, Charlottesville, VA

"We had a great time time today and Peyton was awesome. He patiently waited out the afternoon with us (which was filled with ongoing thunder), until we could finally get back in the pool and allow the kids to have a go at it. Great fun was had by all!!! We are very appreciative of Peyton, and Dive Connections for a fabulous experience."

- Renee & Brian Fuller, Charlottesville, VA

"It was an awesome experience getting my classroom and pool training from you guys. Thanks for helping to make a dream come true!"

- Jennifer Gillis, Atlanta, GA

"Please accept this with my full sincerity and feel free to quote me. I was already very pleased with my educational experience at Dive Connections. That you are willing to spend time on the phone to share your experience and knowledge to help continue that education gives me a great deal of confidence in your organization. I am a firm believer that we should never stop learning or experiencing, and I look forward to continuing my dive education with you folks. Can't wait to get back in the water, or more, into the ocean."

- Angelo Sorrentino, Culpeper, VA

"We greatly appreciated John's help with all of our gear before our vacation. He's been very helpful the last several times we've been in the shop and love having our own stuff (despite the hurt it put on the wallet)! "
- Beth & Rich Van Hook, Charlottesville, VA

"I would love to attend (your GoPRO evening). but you see I already have a job where I dream of going to work. It all started at Dive Connections. First as a Divemaster, where I learned from some very experienced instructors. What you guys taught me has served me well... Then later as an instructor, you willingness to help and encourage has been an inspiration that I try to share with new divers and others alone the way toward becoming a professional... Thanks for the encouragement, and great examples. Just another dive pro living the dream "
- Susan Finlen, formerly Charlottesville, VA - now Key Largo, FL

"Hey Bruce, John and Kat - I loved my first dive trip to Bonaire! I experienced my first wreck dive on the Hilma Hooker and my first night dives off Capt Don's. Thanks for the classroom and pool work as it was a great intro to the world of diving. "
- Brian Eckstein, Charlottesville, VA