i would give enfield scuba 10 stars if could. because of them, i achieved another personal best for…read moreme. i conquered the dive site at cathedral rocks in newport ma. stats below. according to authorities, this dive site has taken the lives of many experienced divers. the entry and exit were personally for me the most challenging i have ever experienced. i could not have done this dive without the training and support i received from the dive team at enfield scuba enfield ct and my newfound dive buddies. the dive. 10/06/2023. cathedral rocks rockport ma. conditions: 8 mph ese wind. low tide turning. 2ft to 3ft waves. 3ft to 4ft swells. no beach. 61 deg f h2o temp near surface. 56 deg f h2o temp at 51ft. to enter the water you must traverse about 70 to 80 yards (depending on tide and path) over and around boulders to the entry point. entry into the water is by sliding down boulders catching a wave/swell backwash into the ocean. exit the ocean by catching a wave/swell crest up onto a boulder quickly sliding/climbing away out from the next wave/swell backwash. all of this was worth it. lots of color, good mix of rocks, boulders, chasms, good visibility, all kinds of marine life. this was a great dive. celebrating my accomplishments with dinner (2nd pic) - lobsters and hamburgers (without buns) on a nearby beach. yes, i have a lobster license.

I recently moved to western Mass and finally decided to go for the PADI open water certification…read moreafter a few years of deliberation. I looked for a shop nearby and luckily Enfield Scuba was only 10 minutes away! From the first time I stepped foot into the shop to the day I got my open water certification (yesterday), everyone I met has been beyond friendly and accommodating. From the shop owner John, to our diving instructors Chris and CJ, to the shop manager John, I felt more comfortable than I expected to be in a situation where I knew nothing and was basically starting from scratch. Words can't even express how incredible the whole experience was, and I'm considering getting my advanced open water certification through Enfield Scuba as well since I had such a great time with my open water. If you're unsure about getting a PADI certification, then here is your sign to just do it. You won't regret it!

Outstanding! Friendly patient staff. They dont sell you something you dont need or are ready for…read more Great experience in the pool, very knowledgeable instructors. Wayyy better then my horrific experience at "At the waters edge in Westfield".

Decided we should get our own snorkeling gear to take with us in July when we go to Grenada. Our…read moreschedule wasn't working to get to a dive shop and finally today it did. Problem was with traffic and accidents we came upon we were going to arrive just before closing. Staff was amazing. We got all set up and we're not rushed at all. Great shop and I could not have asked for better staff.

My experiences here have been superb! This is a family oriented and family run business. Laurie and…read morethe team are extremely knowledgable, kind, and personable. I feel that I am in the best hands when it comes to obtaining quality diving gear that fits my body and needs. It truly feels that their goal is not to obtain your money, but to get you safely in the water...and to keep you diving. Thank you so much, Action Sports and Travel!

Best shop ever. Hands down. Really wonderful space and the owner Oliver truly cares. He has been…read moreextremely helpful to me and my wife on more than one occasion. Seriously do yourself a favor and come here for all your ski needs

Great spot! I drove past many other ski shops in the western mass area to come here because I've…read moreheard good things and I was pleased with the entire experience. I got my ski bindings mounted to my new skis and they were done perfectly within a week. The store is filled with everything you can image for skiing and snowboarding.

The husband and wife team of John and Randi at Adirondack Scuba are the best. They have an…read moreincredible amount of knowledge and the ability to teach it. I have taken many classes from them and trusted them enough to also bring my daughter to get certified. I highly recommend ADK scuba.

Very disappointed. From the very first pool session with the gear provided by Adirondack Scuba I…read morehad an issue with the fit of the BC (buoyancy control device) I was provided. It fit far to loosely allowing the air tank to roll back and forth on my back pulling me with it. I advised each instructor I worked with of the issue. Each agreed the BC was too loose but no one was able to correct it. Finally on the second to last pool session a "helper" asked John (the owner of the shop) to look at it. John advised the straps on the BC were not threaded correctly. He was able to adjust it in minutes. Unfortunately with only one more pool session I did not have time to practice all the required skills to be able to complete my check out dives now that I could keep myself upright in the water. We were originally broken out into groups and I later found the groups had practiced different skills and some of us had missed vital training others had received. The entire group did not receive training on how to read the regulator information, but were told to look it up online. Unfortunately my regulator was not available online and come to find out the one on my BC didn't work at all. At one point John told me he didn't like working with new divers because he doesn't have the patience. That became very clear as time went on. If all goes well you may be OK taking diving lessons here. But beware if you need individual attention you may not get it ending up in a waste of time and money when you are not able to complete your check out dives to become a certified diver. They did offer me the "opportunity" to repeat the course which includes a 45-60 minute drive each way for the pool sessions. If I had never mentioned it to them, it would be on me. But I did every week. As I do not have confidence in the training provided, or the lack of them taking accountability for putting me n a BC that was not correctly fitted in my first session, I have declined their offer.

I was fortunate to find this shop after a few years away from the water. Their knowledge of diving…read moreis excellent, their repair and maintenance work is first rate. This is a friendly shop that encourages participation and shares info to help every customer find what they are looking for.

Very friendly salesman. Knowledgeable. Will not rip you off . Great location . Will recommend to…read moreother divers. ~Rich

Gillian was well prepared for my visit to their office. We reviewed some options for…read moreaccommodations. She showed me several places online, which met my general criteria. She was able to find a good place for me and my guests, in our price range. I would recommend them to other traveler. Joe W.

We just returned from an awesome trip to Fairbanks, Alaska. We worked with Allison S. at Pioneer…read moreValley Travel and her attention to detail and professionalism made the trip PERFECT! She was enthusiastic in making the plans for us and helping to fill our bucket list wish to see the Northern Lights. Allison worked to line up everything from flights, to hotel and shuttle rides, and tickets for events. When we were getting ready to leave for our trip, we received an outline of our itinerary with dates, times, and phone numbers in case we needed any help. We can't say enough about our satisfaction with Pioneer Valley Travel and especially Allison. We will most certainly be planning our next trip with her again! Thanks Allison!!!

Orbit Marine provides unbeatable depth of experience in all SCUBA related matters. If you have a…read morequestion, Captain Noel has the answer (and a compelling story to go with it). He'll help you get the gear you need and connect you with the training to make the most of it. Real, practical knowledge makes Orbit a genuine value. Don't send any more money to Jeff B. for spending on rocket fuel. Buy your gear from Noel at Connecticut's own Orbit Marine and learn the meaning of real value.

My husband wanted some squid for bait to take our grandchildren out fishing. Stopped in and quickly…read morehad what we needed!

Did my confined and open water sessions for my Open Water Diver c-card with Scuba Shack in August…read more2026. There was an wide selection of gear in the shop and Nancy & Monty made sure I well-informed about gear I decided to purchase. The rental gear was in excellent condition, and the entire staff put forth a lot of effort to ensure I was comfortable in it at all times throughout my class. Shea and Pat were awesome instructors, as were all the divemasters involved throughout my training. I also really valued that the four open water checkout dives took place at two different locations (Fort Wetherill, RI, and Dubois Beach, CT) to give all us students better exposure to New England diving.

I've been diving for about 6 years, and Scuba Shack has become my go-to dive shop in Connecticut…read more What keeps me coming back is that they genuinely care about divers, not just selling gear or classes. I've taken three classes with them so far, and every one has been excellent. Mike, Monty, and Bill are outstanding instructors who make learning enjoyable while still keeping things safe and professional. One thing that really stood out was their First Aid and Emergency Oxygen Provider course. Having a physician involved in the instruction brought a level of real-world knowledge that you don't often see in dive training. I've also purchased gear through the shop, including a new BCD for an upcoming trip. They took the time to make sure it fit correctly and that I was comfortable using it before I left. There was never any pressure--just good advice and honest recommendations. The service department has been great as well. Tank fills are quick, and whenever I've had questions about equipment, someone has always been willing to help. I drive about 25 minutes to get there, even though there are other options closer to me. For me, it's worth the drive. Whether you're looking for your first certification, advanced training, specialty classes like night diving or DPV courses, or just a shop with knowledgeable people who love diving, I'd highly recommend Scuba Shack. In a sport where trust matters, these are people I trust.