Rob is awesome! My dad and I felt super prepared after getting our basic certification with him…read more Not just through and through class we really learned.

My daughter needed her open water certification and we were vacationing in the area I called…read morenumerous dive shops to inquiry. Robert at Depth Perception made me feel very comfortable so we booked with them. The communication prior to arrival was excellent we knew what to expect coming in from out of state. Once we met him in person I knew we had made the right choice. Robert is a GREAT instructor. He took the time to get to know my daughter's level of comfort in and out of the water. He is very patient, his tone of voice is very level so super easy to understand and he is very knowledgeable. I noticed that he was respected at both dive sites we went to. After completion of open water certification he made sure that the proper forms were submitted back to the home dive shop. I highly recommend Dept Perception and Robert.

Gulf Coast Divers is located in a small plaza off N Dale Mabry and they are great if you're…read morelooking for a local, family owned dive shop that actually cares about their students. I just completed both my Open Water certification and my Nitrox class with them, the experience was solid from start to finish. The shop has a friendly vibe, you can tell they genuinely love diving and teaching. Matt and Jason were my instructors, and they were both informative, patient, and safety focused without making anything feel intimidating. They took time to explain the "whys" behind everything, not just the steps, which helped a lot with confidence and understanding. They were also very cautious in a good way always giving helpful corrections, and making sure everyone felt comfortable before moving on. Training days were a lot of fun, not as stressful as I imagined . Our dives at KP hole at Rainbow River State Park and Devil's Den were well organized and ran very smoothly. They balanced learning with fun. If you like supporting local businesses and want instructors who are knowledgeable, safety focused and that still make the experience enjoyable I'd recommend Gulf Coast Divers. Great people, great training, and a great overall experience.

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It had been a while since my last dive so I booked a refresher and a dive trip with trilogy…read more Brennan was my dive instructor for the whole thing. He's a great guy with lots and lots of diving experience. It was a very well organized trip from gear, diving to lodging. We saw lot of beautiful fish and an awesome ship wreck. Unfortunately our first dive was canceled for bad weather but we all still had a great time hanging out at the hotel. This was a great way for me to get back into diving and I'm excited for the next trip with them!

Went on a dive trip this past weekend with Trilogy. We traveled to Pompano and this was my first…read moreboat/ocean dive. We did a wreck and a drift dive. Our instructor Brennan was very knowledgeable and personable. I felt very safe during the dives and the trip was a lot of fun. Everything was well organized which definitely adds to the experience. Overall this was a great trip and I can't wait for the next one. If you are looking to go on a trip I highly recommend Trilogy!

I booked my daughter in for a Scuba Diving course from the UK and came across Calypso and I am so…read moreglad I did. Dan Capobianco was a fantastic Dive Master and trainer and worked at Kate's pace, yet she did exceptionally well and all because of the skill and warmth. Nothing was too much trouble. If you want to learn to dive and are in the Tampa area then look up Calypso and see for yourself

I am so glad I found Calypso Diving of Tampa! I originally went in to learn more about scuba diving…read moresince I am going to the Great Barrier Reef next year. Everyone was so nice and treated you like family. That is when I realized this is where I wanted to get my open water certification. I met Dan the instructor for the first time on day one. He was personable, patient and genuinely wanted to get to know us. What I appreciated the most was that he always reiterated that he would go at our pace and would not rush us. He constantly checked in through out the process and made it fun. Dan also mentioned a good mask was very important, which I learned very quickly in the first open water dive. That day I drove to Calypso and Rob helped me find the perfect mask. Day two of open diving at rainbow river was an experience I will never forget. I truly appreciate all the staff I have met there and look forward to future dives with the Calypso family!

Had a great time! The Captain Tracy and crew were so kind and helpful. The customer is their number…read moreone concern. The boat and equipment were great. You won't be sorry with this one. Dan in Dallas

We had a dive scheduled and the weather just would not cooperate. Sadly it got cancelled. I'm…read morewriting this review because the professionalism and communication was excellent! We were told a day in advance that this might happen and when the weather wouldn't cooperate and the dive was cancelled we were issued a refund before the day way over. Impressive customer service!!

Family run business, owned by the nicest people! They offer a range of classes, gear and services…read more I love going out diving with them on their charter boat Zen Dog!

In October of 2025 I started looking for a dive shop to get certified in diving. I went to several…read moredive shops and settled on adventure Outfitters. Since October I have taken many classes and been on many dives led by the dive shop. The owners are knowledgeable and patient. Whenever I walk in the store Always get a warm greeting. The owners have taken the time to get to know me and are encouraging.

Melissa is so helpful that I had to come back and get more accessories because I knew she would…read moreknow exactly what to recommend. Everyone at the store is great.

This place is my "Go To" whenever I need to buy a gun or fire live ammo on their indoor range…read more I was there buying my third 1873 Colt clone chambered in 45 LC because I needed one with a specific barrel length which they had in stock. I found the gun department staffed with EXPERIENCED and attentive employees who participate in shooting activities like I enjoy and were able to offer a discount that made a good deal even better. I feel that if you exhibit the safety habits that make everyone on both sides of the counter feel comfortable and show employees that you would not be a danger to yourself or others you will find employees who are happy to serve and even train you depending on your experience level. Don't expect the same happy response from that employee if you show disrespect for gun safety or have nefarious ownership reasons because those employees protect my rights to legal ownership and the stores best interests which I rely on and keeps me coming back when ever the need dictates.

I am SO glad I chose this place to continue my dive certification with the open water cert. I got…read moreeven luckier when Keith answered the phone the first time I called the shop. I could tell instantly that this was the place I needed. Keith's passion and compassion for dive excellence is unmatched. While he is in the sales business, he isn't going to sell you something that you don't need. He also wants to make sure that you get what you need and what is comfortable for you to want to continue diving and use the equipment. His one-on-one training is amazing! He takes the time to make sure you really understand the course material and practice it efficiently. For someone that has thousands of logged dives throughout their 35+ year history of diving, Keith knows his stuff. You'll also never have to worry about losing him in the water. Just look for the pink! The entire staff here at Macs just makes you feel so welcome and part of their family! You just can't find this anywhere else. Not to this level. Look no further than Macs for all your underwater needs, training, or even swimming lessons. The indoor pool is at the perfect temperature to keep you in the water and loving it! Don't even think twice before deciding to come here! You'll be glad you did!

My Son just finished his Open Water Certification today with Kevin Campbell, he certified my wife…read moreand I. The Mac's Scuba family is one of a kind. They are truly family. Kevin is a great instructor. I highly recommend stopping in or calling if you have any questions if you are searching for new gear, service for your current gear, looking to become certified or wanting to expand you scuba knowledge by taking a specialty course. Kevin and the staff is always ready to get you set up for your next adventure. Thank you Kevin. Jr now has memories that will last a lifetime.

Scott was very helpful and he had a wealth of knowledge. My wife and I have been looking for…read moresnorkeling gear for just over a month now and after reading the reviews we decided to stop into "World of Water". We explained what we needed and we also asked about certain equipment that other dive shops recommended. After explaining to us some things about the difference in manufactures, we asked if he could recommend some good and reliable equipment. He did just that and he explained a lot of the difference. And showed us what we needed and what would work best for us. And the other thing that stood out was the cost of each item he showed us. It was much less than several other dive shops we visited, AND I MEAN HALF OR MORE THAN HALF, than the other shops. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND AT LEAST PATRONIZE HOS SHOP before you decide to buy anywhere else. I promise that you won't be disappointed. He is a very nice man and I'm sure you will find this to be true.

I was looking for information on getting scuba certified. I drove by several times before finally…read morestopping in and I'm glad that I did. The gentlemen that helped me was very nice. He gave me tons of great information and if I wasn't in such a time crunch, I would take his diving course. They also had tons of gear. If you take the diving course with them they give you 20% off the package required for the course. See my pictures for more details.

John Youngblood is an outstanding scuba instructor who genuinely cares about teaching rather than…read morejust selling gear. Unlike many others, he creates a judgment-free learning environment, making the experience enjoyable and stress-free. My girlfriend and I couldn't be happier with our experience--we highly recommend this dive shop to anyone looking to get into scuba diving. John never pressures you into unnecessary purchases and is truly dedicated to helping his students succeed. I'll always recommend this shop to anyone wanting to learn how to dive! Also his rental gear is the best of the best

Been to this shop several times and I just can't get enough of good things to say about everyone…read morethere. They are always super friendly, eager to help, and always willing to answer questions. I also went on a shark tooth dive with them and was extremely happy how professional they were and how they over emphasized safety. Will be diving with them again!