Denise and Buzz have a great shop for all your SCUBA needs. All the instructors are avid divers and love sharing their passion for the water. We booked a SCUBA class for my son in law to get him certified for our family trips coming up. Maybe we can jump on their Bonaire trip next spring! read more

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Phenomenal scuba courses! DAYO scuba provides a variety of courses from open water diving for beginners and those looking for a refresher, as well as more advanced courses such as cave diving, technical diving, etc. They are conveniently located in Winter Park. The business is easy to find. Website is super user friendly and organized. The shop has everything you could need for purchase or rental. My fiancé and I were **super** beginners and the instructors were patient, thorough, and extremely helpful during our course. They instilled confidence within us throughout the weekend. Their instructors are highly trained and very very friendly and helpful!! We loved the DAYO staff! They are honestly like family. We look forwarding to booking scuba trips with them. You can't go wrong with this company, no matter what your scuba needs are! Highly recommend! Shoutout to our instructor Tim.. also Mr. Ken and Jim! Amazing people! read more

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Great team at the shop. Cave diving is a passion there as well. Check them out, you will be glad you did! read more

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Very helpful with local snorkeling references and easy wetsuit rental and return. Highly recommend.

I completed the open water certification with them this weekend and had a great experience! I signed up without a buddy and lacked previous knowledge as well as experience (I've never done discover scuba or anything like that). I asked tons of silly questions and received respectful/practical answers. Absolutely everyone working in the shop were helpful, professional and had the best energy to be around! They were all friendly and knowledgeable. I was very impressed with my instructor, Emily, she answered all our questions and was attentive towards each student's needs. She taught us an additional skill in order to prepare us for equipment malfunctioning which was great. No one was left behind, instructions were clear, and the process was fun! Loved it! read more

My SO and I got Open Water certified here and we loved it! We felt safe and informed, and the process was efficient but thorough. They go over all the required skills checks and have you keep performing skills until you show mastery, which is really important for safety purposes on real dives! Denise was super understanding when my ears wouldn't pop and helped my SO and I refine our technique on out-of-air simulations. Denise also credited me the fins that I had bought with their starter package to my upgrade to the steel coil DiveRite fins! Jim took some really awesome pictures to document our dives, and our instructor Buzz, was so patient and kind. Buzz answered our MANY questions, from what Ear Beer is to why frog kick is preferred to flutter kick. I will absolutely be back for Sunday Funday! read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I did my research prior to choosing Dayo and can tell you they easily stand apart from others in countless ways. They are expert divers sharing their knowledge and passion for scuba. They will ensure you are comfortable in the learned skills spending additional time with you if needed setting you up for success. Additionally encourage your continued scuba journey by coordinating regular dives to grow your skill. An absolute amazing experience and sing their praises loud enough! read more

Great SCUBA training. Friendly people... not a group of snobish technical guys like you often find. These are truly nice people. They also have about every certification known to man and can teach you whatever you want to know. They are also SAFE divers. They will not push, encourage, or even allow you to go beyond your limits. Good prices on gear... they like to teach,That is their business - they sell equipment as a side and are not trying to rip you off on equipment. They have a good selection - will order if needed, and seem willing to make you a deal on a large purchase. My wife, son and I bought complete sets of gear, plus additional wet suits from Dayo - their prices are better than I have seen anywhere. They have serviced our gear since then - fast turnaround. We have also been on several trips with their shop. Enjoyable. If you have ever considered diving, you should visit... read more

I did the open water certification and the instructors were both extremely knowledgeable and helpful. We spent a lot of time in the water and with the online course, I feel very prepared. Buzz and Adrian were so kind cheery and helpful. They truly went above and beyond what I could have hoped for in this course. I am so glad I went with Dayo and now have a group for future dives. Their shop has great equipment for sale and rent and Denise is so helpful and communicative. I will definitely be going back. read more

TJ, Denise & Bob are wonderful, great support before & during classes and at dive sites. Soup to nuts, Dayo will take care of you during the entire certification & training process, and along the way you'll see some of Florida's hidden wonders, as good as it gets! read more

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Absolutely would recommend Dayo Scuba to anyone and everyone that wants to get certification (they offer many different certifications, both recreational and technical) and be a part of a group that is super supportive and active throughout the year. I took my open water certification course with Tim and he was very open, easy going and knowledgeable. Chris, Ken, Denise and everyone else there are all amazing as well. I plan to participate in some of their upcoming trips (they do Sunday Fundays!) and overtime, get my advanced open water and maybe more. read more

Amazing experience beginning to end. My daughter and I took the Open Water Certification course and the whole crew at Dayo were outstanding. They have the knowledge and explain things simply but keep it fun. Tyler did our pool training and made us feel his passion for diving. Bob and Ken took us through the open water dives. cant recommend enough if you have any interest in scuba. read more

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Wow! After reading stellar reviews online, I went and checked out Dayo in person and they were every bit as advertised. However, I didn't know how awesome they were until I signed up and got certified. My wife and I just finished our open water certification today and couldn't be more happy. Denise & TJ are fantastic as owners and our instructor Bob was great. I had the chance to see and hear instructors from other shops throughout some of our public dives and I have to say Bob was WAY better. He didn't yell at anyone nor did he seem apathetic at all. The other places seemed to just try pushing out certifications, whereas DAYO seems to push out qualified dive family. They're all very knowledgeable and more than willing to share that knowledge without talking down to you for not knowing. I'd totally recommend them for anything scuba related. I plan on sticking with them for years to come as well as having my kids certified through them. read more

This place is amazing! I just finished my open water scuba certification through DAYO Scuba Center and I couldn't be happier! They make the whole learning experience fun and easy by taking away any fear or anxiety you may have. They walked us through everything and made this an unforgettable experience. Our instructor Tim was beyond awesome and is now an honorary member of our family (except he doesn't have to deal with the crazy family get togethers lol)! Denice was so great and answered all of my crazy questions. Our dive masters Pat and Ken were so helpful and kind to drive so far to help us. I absolutely enjoyed meeting everyone and being able to learn from such an amazing group of people! If you're looking to learn or just need a refresher course DAYO Scuba Center is the place for you! read more

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I went there 2 days ago it was so bad water was so deep it had so much rocks and so cold. The worst part is when i went I heard a boom! Behind me and it was a guy you exploded his hand with a gas can I couldn't believe it the police arrived and also ambulance.one of the worst places ever and if you drown there are no lifeguard so you swim where you can read more

I had the best time getting my Open Water certification this past weekend with Bob and Denise. Bob was very thorough and patient. I have recommended Dayo to a couple of friends who have expressed interest. I am also going to take some more advanced courses with Dayo in the future. Great dive shop, great instructors. read more

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My friend Buzz and I got Open Water certified this weekend and we were thoroughly pleased with the experience. From my first visit to the Winter Park dive shop to get registered, through the course dives at Lake Denton, the staff was beyond awesome. Our instructor Bob, a doppelgänger for Sam Elliot, was simply fantastic. He was the coolest customer around inspiring confidence in all the students. He was patient, thorough and just plain cool through all the instructions and skill assessments and put everyone at ease. I can't imagine a better experience, a better instructor or better staff anywhere! DAYO rocks! If you are looking to get certified, i highly recommend these guys. You will have fun, you will be at ease, you will be taken care of and you will love these guys like we did! - Martin read more

I cannot say enough good things about Dayo Scuba. Would totally disagree with the negative reviews. Dayo has been our dive shop for a few years now - and I should have written this review years ago. We have completed our Open Water, Nitrox and Advanced Open Water certifications with them. TJ and Tyler have always been straightforward, honest and generous with us. Their knowledge about not only diving, but also equipment is invaluable. The standout at Dayo, however, is Denise. I wish that every new and/or experienced diver could train with her. She has always been VERY honest with us, friendly and very patient, but that's not what makes her, in our opinion, an incredible dive instructor. Her commitment to the safety of every student and every diver in her care, experienced or not, is second to none. My wife is extremely cautious and after a few "situations" diving in Mexico, it only makes us appreciate her more. This trait has been extremely evident on every dive we have been on with her. We are not financially interested or have a family member working at Dayo, which some might think after reading a glowing review like this. In fact, we live in Tampa and have many other dive shop options open to us between Tampa and Orlando. The fact that a reviewer would refer to anyone in this dive shop as dishonest or rude is absolutely the exact opposite of what we have experienced. In fact, we paid for Advanced training in full and because of work and other circumstances were unable to start it until almost a year later. Never once did we have a fear they'd "rip us off" or lie to us - and they never have. And every email or text we've ever sent has been responded to within an acceptable amount of time - especially for a small dive shop. If you are thinking about learning to scuba dive - or looking to increase your knowledge in the sport (especially if you have a significant other who is slightly claustrophobic or initially hesitant about diving), do yourself a favor and stop by Dayo and let them share their enthusiasm in the sport with you. You will not regret it. read more

My husband and I bought are scuba classes a few years ago and probably took the longest out of any students to return and actually do the classes-due to various family issues. When we decided to finally start our class we really did have a great time. The staff was very funny and accommodating, especially Denise and Tom. We loved their professionalism and approach to teaching-it wasn't rushed at all. The hubby and I can't wait to go back for more classes! We took our class with a dad and his daughter, two friends, a couple, a few older individuals and younger individuals. You'll find all types of people, so don't be shy! Bonus: Once you get your license and are listed as an alumni you get a nice little discount on air and any rental equipment you may need! read more

I got certified this weekend with Tim and I can't thank him or the rest of the crew for such a phenomenal experience. I am normally an anxious person and I didn't feel any type of anxiety all weekend. They explained everything thoroughly and demonstrated before the students tried the skill. I can't wait to use my new skills as a beginner and continue my education with them in the future. Thanks, Dayo! read more

I'm a novice when it comes to SCUBA and they helped outfit me for my first trip. I'm a big guy (6'7") and needed a wetsuit among other accoutrements on short notice and they hooked it up I suspect one of the owners (I think he's an owner, he went by two initials but I forget his name) is a burn out. Seemed to not really have it all together but nonetheless was extremely helpful and I got what I needed in time for my trip. I will definitely use them again to rent or buy equipment read more

This place is the absolute best!!! I just finished my open water scuba certification through DAYO Scuba Center and I couldn't be happier! They make the whole learning experience fun and easy by taking away any fear or anxiety you may have. They walked us through everything and made this an unforgettable experience. Our instructor Tim was beyond awesome and is now an honorary member of our family (except he doesn't have to deal with the crazy family get togethers lol)! Denice was so great and answered all of my crazy questions. Our dive masters Pat and Ken were so helpful and kind to drive so far to help us. I absolutely enjoyed meeting everyone and being able to learn from such an amazing group of people! If you're looking to learn or just need a refresher course DAYO Scuba Center is the place for you! read more

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I just completed my initial open water dive training and I must say the entire operation is nearly perfect. The staff from TJ, Carol, and Denise are professionals. Their dive shop isn't a fancy retail store, their classroom isn't high tech, but it gets the job done. It's a reflection of their main task and that is to give people the proper training to become safe and proficient divers. They make you work hard and earn the certification - they are not going to just give it away and that is a great reflection on their business ethic. Carol's unlimited patience with our group of 10 was outstanding. I don't know how she does it. Her firm hand and guidance along with her smile and encouragement made my training a pleasure. We were on the same wavelength on many aspects and I appreciated the mutual respect we had for one another. Their core business is training - not equipment sales. They will NOT force you to buy hundreds of dollars of equipment prior to starting your training as with other shops. They loan the equipment you need and make you buy absolutely nothing. You simply can not go wrong with Dayo Scuba. Price, quality and expertise is what sets them apart from the competition. read more

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I lost my wedding ring in the lake behind our house in about 6 feet of water, with thick vegetation. My ring is black/ ceramic so thought for sure it was gone. With only a few minutes of air left & in zero visibility conditions Tim Riley found it. I can't say thanks enough for his efforts & professionalism. I'll be bringing my daughter in for SCUBA lessons for sure now. read more

Im so glad I chose Dayo for my open water cert!!! They made me feel like a part of the Dayo family from the first day of class. Tim was a phenomenal instructor - thorough, knowledgeable, safe, and very friendly! Denise worked with us as well in selecting gear and came along for our second dive. She is incredibly knowledgeable, fun, and caring! I never once felt pressured to buy gear in the shop. When I had a question on equipment they gave me very sound advice-not a sales pitch! They are both incredible stewards of the marine environment and teach new divers how to ensure they are preserving the ecosystem rather than harming it. I have a lot of trust in Denise and Tim and would choose Dayo again in a heartbeat for future classes and gear!! read more

Owner/Operator was dishonest, rude, wasted our valuable vacation time cancelling dives on two of the five days we were on vacation by simply not showing up then lying about it to cover it up! This company does not treat out of state divers with any degree of respect and in fact has employees who will also flat out lie for them. This is an extremely unsafe business practice in a sport that requires utmost safety of its customers. They will not honor requests to fulfill referrals to complete to simple dives to earn a certification because they are either too lazy to do so or too rude to care. Take your money elsewhere but more importantly, keep yourself safe by using a shop with an instructor who practices basic morals and ethics. read more

Thank you Dayo Scuba for taking your personal time (your store was closed) to take our call and help our veteran friend get some much needed oxygen on a Sunday when the stores are closed. We were worried for him but he is ok and happy now. All the best to you! This was "above the bar" service for sure and we really appreciate it. read more

Denise and Tom are great people. They are always very helpful and quick to work with you on anything. I have taking my advanced, divermaster and instructor certifications with them and always pleased. Definitely a place to go for training. And get your air fills there too....clean and consistent. read more

First off I give Dayo 5 stars because they do so much right. Does that mean they are perfect, no, but everyone can improve. Dayo is a full service dive facility. The instruction you get us top notch, and ranges from recreational to technical/cave and public safety. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. If you are interested in equipment purchase you can't beat their prices. The owner TJ is an expert and genuinely wants his students to learn the right way in the limited time he has with his students, but he can come off as abrasive as his since of humor is on the sarcastic side. If you have thin skin or are full of your self maybe you should stick with a resort dive center that will stroke your ego and certify you whether you are qualified or not. read more

Really good group of people. Completed my Advanced Nitrox and Decompression procedures course with them. Tj did the dry work and Carol the dives. The instruction was very professional and at no time did I sense any elitist attitudes. I was treated just like I was one of them. My wife also completed her basic open water with Dayo. She was very satisfied with the training. I plan to complete the rest of my technical training with them. They really are a great group off guys and gals. read more

The Dayo Scuba crew are just amazing all around people! I got my open water certification this weekend and had Tim as my instructor. He made it a point for us to have fun and I definitely did! I was a little nervous at first as I had only snorkeled before, but honestly these people have reassured me that diving as a career is what I want to do. I'm only at the beginning but I know and hope that this crew will be with me every step of the way into becoming a professional diver! Denise is the sweetest and Ken, our dive master, made sure that we were taken care of every step of the way. Everyone was so professional and knowledgable while keeping it a go-with-the-flow experience that was just so relieving and comfortable. Tim made sure everyone got the skill and demonstrated the skill before moving on. He was so patient with all of us! I can't wait to move forward as a diver with the Dayo family :) read more

I couldn't say enough great things about Dayo Scuba! Bob and Denise were absolutely wonderful. Between their knowledge and shared love of diving, you can't help but start to love it as well and feel most comfortable by the end of the course. Looking forward to working with them again for the advanced class! read more

Anyone reading this looking for an amazing experience with a great group of people, look no further. The gang at Dayo are incredible. The depth of knowledge between the instructors is awe inspiring. One instructor is a marine biologist and goes beyond Scuba instruction...she will explain the marine life, plant life etc. Our daughter was certified with Dayo in February and can't stop talking about her experience. I was O/W certified this weekend and I can't wait to go back and dive with them. My instructors were patient, demonstrated skills, had fun and you could see how much they were enjoying our experience, our inquisitive minds. They enjoy what they do and it shows. Absolute best group of people. Those of you who are hesitant......go with Dayo. They understand some may be nervous and work WITH YOU. I JUST CANT SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT THE GANG AT DAYO. Hands down one of the best experiences of my life. read more

Great Experience. Bob was our instructor and what a fantastic experience. Very easy to learn from, friendly and easy to understand. He spent the extra time making sure we did things right and we all learned. TJ at the shop helped us when we purchased our own gear and was very honest about what to buy and what not to buy. Didn't let us waste money or try and up sell us. The shop has a awesome vibe which makes you feel right at home. Not fancy displays, lights flashing and loud music like other stores. A+ i would recommend to anyone wanting to get into scuba or further their education. read more

My husband and grandson started their scuba training this past summer but couldn't get the open water certification dives in before the grandson had to return to PA. We all got together for a week in Orlando - and Dayo Scuba helped us get the scuba cert process completed. They were informative and flexible, my guys were very happy with the quality of training and equipment and my daughter was comfortable with their reputation and I personally loved seeing some more of the state than the amusement parks. Really a top notch outfit in all way, we are thankful we found you and my guys are so very happy and full of plans. All the best and we will see you next time we are FL! Sharon Fields (the organizer/not the diver) read more

Thank you Dayo Scuba for a wonderful experience throughout my open water certification. Bob was an excellent instructor and was extremely knowledge about the sport! We will be back very soon for more certifications as we are hooked. It's so nice to have a local business open your eyes to what you thought would be a fun thing to do, to actually making it something you can't wait to do more and more of! Thank you for the exciting, fun, and eye opening learning experience. read more

Choose Dayo Scuba for all your scuba needs! I signed up for an open water certification course before I went on my honeymoon and I am so glad I went with them. Everyone on their team was very friendly and knowledgeable from the first phone call all the way to the last day of my course. They were also very accommodating letting me split up the class into two weeks due to my crazy schedule. Bob was my instructor and he is a true drive master. He was very attentive to all his students and patient. I truly felt prepared after my class to go scuba diving in Australia. They offer tons of deals with the course including a package to buy your own fins, goggles, and boots. Or you can choose to rent then at any time can use that rental fee towards your own gear. Not only that after the course you get a free day of diving. They have trips going on all the time and I will be back to dive with them on the blue springs adventure. Some people in the class weren't expecting that you would have to drive to the dive sites. So just keep in mind you live in Orlando and will have to drive to get to open water sites. Again they were very accommodating and even drove people there that were visiting with out a car...but I would set up transportation a head of time. read more

We recently registered for the Dayo PADI course and unfortunately drew TJ (Owner) and his wife as our instructors. The entire experience from start to finish was miserable. There were 9 of us that initially signed up together which included 5 teenage kids. TJ was condescending and negative the entire 3 days and I cannot recall him ever saying a positive thing to anyone including the kids. The equipment we rented from Dayo was old, worn out, and did not work properly. We had numerous problems with various pieces of the dive gear during the 3 day course. I must say that other than TJ and his wife the other instructors I spoke with seemed to be very nice and knowledgeable. If you do choose to take a chance and sign up for a certification class there I would check to see who the instructor is going to be and if it is Tom (TJ) I would look else where. read more

I have completed my Full Cave, Advanced Nitrox, & Decompression courses here and have enjoyed every minute of it. I have dove with 3 of the Tech Instructors - TJ, Carol, and Denise. All pushed me to the limits and never let anything slide. They are very through thru the training. I wish I had a shop like this near me when I was growing up... Thank you everyone at Dayo for all the experiences I have had with you guys...and I am looking for more... read more

The training is worthwhile depending on who you get, but the customer service is down right horrific. Don't think you'll ever be able to contact the owner/operator and get a timely or honest response. They continually lie and made up excuses. Denise (owner/operator) has no business running a business. I really don't think she has any idea what she is doing, and then she lies to make up for her own mistakes. I actually laughed at one point when she tried to explain herself. It was that ridiculous. Bottom line, go somewhere else if you're looking for an honest outfit to teach you scuba diving in Orlando or Winter Park. read more