Go see Alan at University Dive and Hobby shop! I struggled to get the help and support I needed…read morewith my RC hobby. Once I met Alan I finally got the support I needed. If you're interested in RC's cars, trucks, planes, Helicopters, or boats this is the best shop I've found!

The owner carries new and some old stock too of hard to find items in RC planes. The BIG problem…read moreis the hours. The website says 10-6 but on average they are not open at 10. Some times it 12:00 or later before they are on site. Truly frustrating for someone who drives an hour to the store. Some days I'm not sure he is even open!

Amazing group of guys. Extremely knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. Nate, Tyler, and William are…read morereally great. I'm so happy I get to learn from them. Jim the owner is outstanding! I can't wait to learn all I can from him.

Excellent trainers, Very knowledgeable staff and reasonable prices. Glad I went to them.read more

Good service. Got my gear ready for an overseas trip. Replaced necessary parts. Kept me informed.read more

My go to dive shop. They go to Beaufort, NC every month. One of my favorite East coast areas to…read moredive. So many wrecks out there to see. They have everything you need for a great diving experience.

This dive instruction business is female owned. Classroom instruction done in Culpeper and pool…read moreinstruction done in Manassas currently. The open water dives are done in the quarry near Fredericksburg. Ronda is very patient with the students and ensures safety and having fun is always present.

I received my Rescue Diver certification through Fins Up Scuba. The instructor was very…read moreknowledgeable and thorough in her instruction. She was very personable and patient with all of the students in the classroom and during the open water exercises. Very well recommended!

Did the intro to scuba course. Had a great time. Fred was very helpful and patient. Excellent…read moreopportunity to test other scuba is for you.

I stopped by for some advice on dive computer and other equipment I am in the market for. Mel and…read moreSy (?) were helpful, they clearly have a ton of knowledge. The store carries a lot of quality equipment and they offer classes as well as amazing dive trips. I only had a short amount of time to pick their brains but I will definitely be back!

Virginia Scuba isn't just a dive shop--it's like joining a big, welcoming family that happens to…read morelove the ocean. We (family) got certified through them, and from day one, we felt right at home. The owner and staff are not only super knowledgeable, but they genuinely care about making diving fun, safe, and totally pressure-free. Their dive trips are next-level. Whether you're exploring local waters or heading somewhere tropical, they know how to make every adventure unforgettable. No gimmicks, no sales pitch--just great people, great vibes, and amazing diving. If you're even thinking about diving, this is the place to start.

I found Va Scuba in 2021 when I was looking for information on learning to dive. I found the shop…read morefriendly and very knowledgeable on all aspects of diving and, not only answered all my questions, but provided the information I didn't know enough to ask. A few weeks after that first visit, I was in class, the pool, and then in the lake gaining my Open Water certification. I highly recommend Va Scuba and don't think you can go wrong by reaching out and starting this adventure with them as you dive professionals.

I called Scuba Shack for an insurance recovery of my camera drone. I spoke with Carson who was able…read moreto come out that day with his wife Kristie. They are the new owners of the company. They were very professional from the moment they arrived and the recovery was successful. Afterwards I dropped by their shop to check out their business. I was surprised to find a dive shop in Fredericksburg that I would more likely find in Hawaii or the Caribbean. Their staff was very friendly and told me about their planned travel dives coming up. My experience with this company was outstanding.

I've purchased several items from these folks. My Aqua Lung BCD, prescription mask, regulator with…read moredive computer etc, were all fitted by the professional staff and assurances were made that if I have any issues with them I could always come in to get help. This is the shop I prefer.

I completed my dry suit certification with Everett and Valerie at Lake Phoenix. They are skillful…read moreteachers, experienced divers, and great to spend the day with. I left confident in my new skills and appreciate their excellent training.

My sons had a great experience with their weekend pool course as part of their Open Water…read morecertification. The instructors are thorough and attentive. The people in the store were also great - knowledgeable and helpful. All the staff is so into diving, which is really contagious.

I dove my open water certification for more than 10 years and thought that I knew a lot about…read morediving since I had more than 70 dives under my belt... boy was I wrong. I had no idea that I would have so much fun from the moment I accepted the Master Scuba Diver challenge (to receive the highest rating for recreational divers) back in early 2013. I have since doubled the # of dives in less than 2 years than I had completed during my first 10+ years of the sport! The staff, especially Drew have been extremely patient with me as I continue to build confidence from achieving each milestone along the way. Advanced Open Water was fun, but Rescue was even better! Working through all of those specialties were a lot of fun...thank you Drew! The rest of the friendly staff at Sterling Silver Scuba seem to know the answers to my 100's of questions along the way. The camping n diving weekends are a great way to unplug from a busy 8-8 schedule. You just can't beat 4-6 dives in a weekend while having awesome food, wonderful accommodations and of course all the stories and laughter that one could handle. Melissa has gotten the logistics down to a science. She and her staff works hard to provide everything that you need to be and stay successful in the sport so that you can enjoy yourself learning new skills in the water. Oh, and thank to Jason, I have watched movies while enjoying smores next to the campfire can't go unmentioned either... Bottom line: Great Staff- knowledgeable on all safety requirements, competitively priced trips, sell top of the line gear... what more could you ask for in a friendly family-oriented local dive shop?

I stopped by this past weekend to look at some fins. Grace is very, very knowledgeable and she was…read moreable to answer all my questions and more. She pointed out the trade-offs between various types of fins and fin straps. I was surprised there was so much to consider when buying fins. She also pointed out some other things about scuba (not about fins) that were very helpful. I also had some questions about regulators. My concern was that the hose I used at the OBX felt too short and was almost about to come out of my mouth so I had to hold the regulator in my mouth or bite down hard on the mouthpiece. She answered questions about that as well as concerns I had about water leaking into the mask. She pointed out many things to consider. In short, Grace is very knowledgeable. She definitely knows what she is doing. I hope Diventures is paying her well because she deserves it.

Greatly friendly service. Noah is easy to work with and is very knowledgeable in the areas he is…read moreteaching. I have taken these classes several times and he is the best instructor I've had by far. I highly recommend him.

From the owner: Ready to save a life? Are you a busy professional needing flexible course options? We offer…read moreAmerican Heart Association First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult CPR, ACLS and PALS in a blended learning format. Hybrid EMT course instruction also available!