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Eco Dive Center

4.6 (654 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Alexis M.

I visited Eco Dive to get my open water certification. The staff were so helpful and knowledgeable about all things scuba and got me the best deal with the equipment I bought. They price match for most items and also give you a student discount if you're taking one of their courses which is nice. My instructors were super helpful and now that I'm scuba certified I can't wait to go scuba diving!

Sari S.

Becoming apart of the eco dive center community has truly been the biggest highlight of my 2024 year. In July, I finally got my open water certification after putting it off for years. When I say I got hooked immediately, I mean it. I made some cool new friends and had truly the world's best diving instructor - Richie who has now been dubbed our scuba dad. My whole certification group ended up going on to get our Advanced open water, and then a few of us also did our wreck and nitrox certs too! The staff at eco has been incredible in educating us and involving us in the community! I recently took advantage of the crazy good Black Friday event and bought most of my gear! Getting excited to head to Fiji with Eco in August, and to get my rescue cert done by the end of summer! I love eco and am so so thankful to have found a community of inspirational and inclusive people! Look no further - get down to eco today to start your scuba journey!

Devon D.

Erin was AMAZING. Me, my boyfriend, and my friend came for our SDI certification and she was so knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and approachable. If anyone is considering , I highly recommend ECO and Erin. However I would like to include that "all rentals included" is a bit misleading as you have to purchase your own mask, snorkel, and fins. Maybe a scuba aficionado would know that is personal gear but is as newbies were a bit surprised. Thanks so much Erin and ECO.

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Ann L.

I have nothing but positive things to say about this dive shop. I have taken OW Advanced and Nitrox courses with Richie, a very kind instructor. I joined a group diving trip to Grand Cayman with Eco Dive recently. Our group was a nice mix of 3 instructors from Eco Dive and 9 divers (experienced and new). I really enjoyed the company of everyone from different backgrounds and professions. Instructors (Kerry, Ashley and Ryan) were all fantastic, very knowledgeable and helpful. Also Beth was so helpful when I called to inquire about their overseas trips. I made some friends through this trip. I can't wait to join another group trip with Eco Dive.

Jared F.

This is a nice little dive center in Los Angeles! They offer plenty of services including dive classes and charters. Also, if you take a class with them, you will always get a student discount which is great. The customer service is awesome, everyone working is very knowledgeable and willing to help with your needs. If you have a question with diving or with any of the gear you need I would definitely recommend stopping here. Prices vary depending on what you are looking for but I would say they are average, they also price match if that's a concern.

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Matthew T.

A week after returning from Ambergris Caye, Belize in June '24, with my partial Open Water certification, I walked into Eco Dive Center and struck gold! My Belizean instructor, Felicito, recommended I get my scuba kit before returning in September for my final open water dives, and The Great Blue Hole. Thanks to Jason and Jake, PADI Instructors, I walked out a few hours later that Sunday with the best recreational equipment on the market. OMS Smartstream BCD, SCUBAPRO MK25 Evo Regulator and SuuntoD5 Computer with Tank Pod for starters. I was in and out of the shop over the coming weeks, picking up items that'd arrived, and ordering more bits and bobs. I quickly got to know the rest of the team including Sofia, Allyse and Will, all Divemaster's. The service just got better and better by the minute. Will was checking delivery on my SCUBAPRO Steamer 1mm suit only to find it ending up on backorder. He mentioned SCUBAPRO was releasing a military issue camo suit to the public and said he'd check. Several days later he called letting know he scored it for me, even in a 4XL. Big time booyah! I just returned from Jake fitting my BCD, and finalizing my regulator setup including pairing my computer to the pod. I had the good fortunate of finally meeting Ron, the owner as well. Bravo Ron! There's not a more knowledgeable, friendly and inclusive team of dive professionals in SoCal. You'd be a fool to trust your scuba needs to anyone else. I won't. Great Blue Hole, here I come thanks to Eco!

Easton T.

This is my go to dive shop! All the staff is very friendly, extremely helpful, and knowledgeable. There are many great deals they offer on the wide variety of gear they have.

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Jake, the manager went above and beyond to get the equipment I needed in a very short timeframe, super helpful

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The staff on site is very patient and informative about side mount diving and classes. Thanks so much guys!

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Met the owner and his son today exceptional people great customer service at their business‼

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Great scuba fun lesson. Recommend. Maddie is amazing instructor. They sell lots of gear too. Stop by.

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Excellent instruction!! Very organized and friendly. Discount on Groupon. Full service, sell, rent, organize trips, Tuesday night events.

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Great dive shop! Extremely well managed. Staffed w/ employees who are passionate and knowledgeable about diving. Look no further..,

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Ask the Community - Eco Dive Center

Does the center carry wetsuits for sale? Couldn't find any listed on their website.

tons to try-on and get sweaty:) all top brands at lower prices seen anywhere. discounted gear all… 

Do you guys fill HPA tanks for paintball gun here? 48 cubic inch tank with a 4500psi capacity?

We're strictly breathing gasses. sorry bud

Do we have to buy snorkels, bring our own, or just rent them at the center?

All three of those are options. Totally up to you. I personally bought the snorkel and mask from Eco on the first day because those are sort of personal items and easy to travel with for wherever you are going to do your diving. Eco has many options… 

Do they teach free diving?

Yes, new freediving instructor from New Zealand

Hi there! Just wondering if cage diving is offered? If not, does anyone happen to know where I would be able to cage dive?

Down in Guadalupe Mexico

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Review Highlights - Eco Dive Center

“Received my open water certification with instructors Jason Karten and Shannon Crosby who were both fantastic.”

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I went to Spear America to pick up supplies for my Free Diving Course with Lance Lee, I was…read moreassisted by Dave and Max. Both were extremely knowledgable about everything and made the entire process easy. They listened to my requirements and budget and help me to select the best options that fit what I wanted. They were open to all my questions, and took their time explaining everything Free Diving and Spearfishing as it related to the equipment. I am definitely coming back.

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