I love this dive shop. They are the only platinum Scubapro dive shop in the Jackson area. The other dive shops in Jackson are good but I really love this one. The service and depth of knowledge they have is deep and transparent. I am a certified rescue diver and am working towards becoming an dive instructor and eventually owning my own dive shop and school one day. As I have spent time researching my gear to purchase they have been so patient and committed to making sure I have the best experience and get exactly what will serve me best throughout my passion and part time career. I research a lot into what I choose and do and I can tell you this shop knows their stuff. I am planning to do everything I do through them. They just make you feel like family and are just so real. Personality is huge in the world of diving. In every stage of life in diving you need to be a down to earth person to be successful. This shop gets it. They are so easy to talk to and learn from and it translates into having an amazing diving experience. I have found the shop I do business with and the shop I want to dive with. If you are new and looking to get started in diving rest assured you found the right shop. They are amazing. They will walk you comfortably through each step to becoming a well trained and confident diver. Plus, scubapro is my favorite manufacturer of dive gear because of how well it's designed, made, and the quality and performance I've grown to demand from my gear. I was on the fence about coming to talk to them after reading one of the comments on this form. The only thing I can think of is that she had a bad day and brought that drama in with her. These people are like family and they are direct and straight with you just like family should be. If you ask them a question they will give you a straight and well researched answer. You get what you give in relationships and a good dive shop is no different. If you give them the respect they deserve as human beings they will absolutely give it back. Diving is about finding the beauty in the world beneath the waves and sharing that experience with others. If you hate the world you most likely won't like divers. We are positive people with optimistic outlooks on life. I hope this helps others in their search for their right diving shop and school. Stay salty. read more

I don't know what the last yelper was dealing with when she went in but I have learned that sometimes we bring our own energy into places. I had the totally opposite experience. I am new diver and just started with diving classes here. First they didn't try to oversell me and actually tempered me back from buying essential gear that I either wasn't ready for or didn't need. Second they called and reminded me about online classes twice before the classes started. When I showed up the first day they had four trainers all with different personalities and allowed us to visit and group ourselves with the ones we felt most comfortable. Next they never tried to yodel me and when I wanted to buy my BCD the owner went home and let me use her sons free of charge during my next session and for the open water certification. When I paid for my new gear she told me to wait on the accessories because she wants me to try it in the pool before I spend more money. Also when asking about different computers and regulators she was extremely honest and actually sold me the cheaper older model rather than the new shiny one because they were basically the same. Then came the discounts, you LEO or prior service, discount, you take your classes their and but your gear there discount. You rent tanks and gear then come back and buy your stuff there, discount. I just started scuba but when I go to their shop, I feel more like I am hanging out at my cool cousins house than at a business. Maybe people want Nordstrom's type customer service, but here you might have to wait a few minutes because one of the local divers just got back from a cool trip and is sharing their story. Or maybe someone just started and feels sore because their mask was too tight and is getting some advice. All in all I really enjoy the customer service and it's worth a slight up charge when you know you can always come in and get the help and advice you need. read more

I brought my Boy Scout Venturing Crew 334 here for a free try scuba class and we loved it! They were nice and friendly during the teaching and booking experience! We are hoping to go back another time for a scuba certification class in the future! I would definitely recommend going to try scuba with them! read more

Deep South Scuba - Diving Near Me - Ridgeland, Mississippi

Well, I have reserved my review for a couple of years now. Simply put, you will find no better business or people to spend your money or time with. My wife and I went in a little unsure a few years ago about diving. Carla (and the entire staff) were nothing but helpful. It's a shop you can just go in and hang out, get advice, share stories, pictures, or spend money if YOU choose. Since day one, we have felt like old friends with everyone. Not a single visit to the shop has ever ended without a few laughs. Every recommendation for dive shops in other places have been spot on. If everyone ran their business like they do, there would be no need for reviews. Deep South Scuba is a 100% class act!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you are in the area, and need a dive shop, this is the one for you!!!!!! Brian Lisa Knowles read more

Carla at Deep South Scuba will take great care of you. Even when it's months in between, whenever I have needed new or used equipment or a refresher course, I have been remembered and always gotten a good deal. read more

I am a commercial diver and I can't say enough great things about the owners and people at Deep South Scuba. They have always gone out of their way to help me. They don't always have the best prices but they are a locally owned business and the money stays right here. They are also divers first and salesmen and women a distant second. Making sure you are capable and prepared means the most. read more

I have been in this shop a few times and have only received first class service. I guess some of the reviews I have read are due to someone who had a bad day before they got there. They have always been helpful in my training and equipment needs. I will continue doing business with them and would encourage others to check them out too. I believe they are continually helping and encouraging other divers to be the best they can be. So, Keep up the great work Deep South Scuba! read more

If I could give a zero star I would. And I HATE to write a bad review, especially for a locally owned business, but they earned this one fair and square. Without providing a ton of details, they just had absolutely awful customer service, and were odd/rude to boot. I have 4 divers in the family, and we will be ordering online or at our destination in the future. Once upon a time, you could be a pain and stay in business but, hello! the internet? Kinda changed that dynamic. I paid double what I would have elsewhere and didn't mind but, oh, the attitude changed my outlook for this one little business and hostile little woman. Buffalo Peak, where ya at? Sportique? Anyone? We need a good local dive source, but this place is not it. I've never given one star before, but in this case it was generous. read more

Best dive shop ever!! Great people, great dives! Friendly fun loving group of people. Always felt included. They organize some awesome dives. Got our certifications through them and have gone diving with them. Made some life long friends. Look forward to our next dive with them. read more