I can't recommend Fins Up Scuba highly enough! Andrew, the owner, provides some of the best customer service I've experienced anywhere--not just at a dive shop. I recently completed the Dive Against Debris specialty through Fins Up Scuba. From my very first call, Andrew took the time to understand my goals and my timeline. He genuinely cared about helping me achieve those goals, and that level of service is hard to find. The entire experience exceeded my expectations. I've worked with several dive shops over the years, and Fins Up Scuba truly stands out. They have earned my business, and this will absolutely be my go-to dive shop in the Phoenix area. read more

I recently completed my open water training with Fins Up Scuba. The owner, Andrew, as well as the other instructors with whom I worked, were extremely patient, professional and thorough. In addition to the training, the course was an outstanding value, particularly when one considers the time and equipment involved. Very shortly after completion of my course, I went diving in the Florida Keys and felt very secure and well prepared for the dives. I would recommend Fins Up without reservation to anyone who was interested in scuba instruction, from beginner to advanced. read more

I highly recommend Andrew and his team of instructors (John and Kerrie) for anyone looking to get certified. I just completed my Open Water certification with them and had a great experience. They were patient, professional, and very knowledgeable. Andrew also did an excellent job fitting me with a new mask, fins, boots, and snorkel. Thank you all for a great course! read more

I took the PADI Open Water Scuba course at Fins Up and had the absolute best experience ever! Going into it, I was apprehensive of my capabilities. However, the entire team was incredibly encouraging and supportive of me so I was able to pass all of the tests and obtain my certification! Andrew was great in all of his advice for equipment and the rental equipment was top quality. John was my instructor and he was amazing! He taught me the skills in a clear and understandable way and was incredibly patient with me if I didn't fully understand something or needed to make multiple attempts when learning a skill. I highly recommend Fins Up for your Scuba needs! read more

Fins Up SCUBA is an absolute treasure! I just completed the Open Water certification course, and experienced clear and concise instruction, given with enthusiasm and kindness. Andrew and his staff have decades of experience; they are all incredibly knowledgeable. Their teaching and testing is delivered professionally, while still cheering us on every step of the way... I could not have found a better group of divers to teach this aging senior citizen the magic of the ocean read more

Awesome instructors!! They have tons of patience and have excellent skills. Highly recommend

When I decided to re-certify after a couple of decades away from the sport, I chose Fins Up Scuba because of the high ratings and rave reviews of the owners. It turns out a long-time employee, Andrew, took over the business last year. But I can tell Andrew absorbed everything possible from Chris and Nicole, from the technical aspects of the gear, his thorough but approachable teaching style, and the commitment to excellent customer service. Fins Up is in great hands with Andrew, and he has a terrific supporting cast of instructors and trip organizers (including Chris and Nicole, who remain involved). I'm looking forward to expanding on my diving education (just finished the Nitrox course) and dive experiences with Fins Up. read more

My boyfriend and I did our open water dive certification here and it was a marvelous choice! Chris and Nicole are amazing, they are the owners and instructors. There are other part-time instructors and they are all wonderful people. There are online materials that we have to finish before we can participate in class at the pool and lake. There is 1 pool day (8am-5pm); and two lake days. The pool day starts off with swimming 4 laps and floating/treading water for 10 minutes. Then you move on to learn the skills, but I unfortunately did not finish the course. Chris worked with my schedule and found me another instructor, Donna. Donna was available to accommodate my schedule and gave me private lessons. She is super awesome and she is so patient with me; she helped me cope with my fear of clearing the mask underwater and I eventually got my certification just in time before our vacation to Hawaii. I highly recommend Fins Up Scuba if you are looking to get certified in a fun and supportive environment! read more

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Excellent service owner fitted me with the equipment I needed to supplement my rental equipment during my recent scuba trip with a group of friends in GC. Nice spot to top off your equipment list with small items or get advice on a complete fit up. I purchased a dive tool and folding snorkel. Remember to check bag your dive tool or you will lose it upon return to the US! read more

Amazing dive shop! Chris and Nicole go out of their way to make sure you have the best experience possible! We've done certifications, bought gear, and done a trip with them and constantly recommend them to family and friends! read more

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I came in here looking for diving gear as I will be going for a dive trip to the Maldives this holiday season and wanted to finally invest in gear that I am comfortable in. I think Chris (name??) helped me out with finding a mask, snorkel, fins and boots. I'm Asian, so I don't have a prominent nose bridge, so I really wanted to make sure that the mask would fit me right. I've gone diving a few times and it's always hard to find that perfect mask. I was initially only interested in the mask, but Chris was quite helpful, so we started looking at snorkels also and eventually fins and boots. Chris was very patient with me, he showed me a few different masks and let me try them all on. I settled with a Tusa/Tabata Freedom Ceos Mask ($74.95). I like that it's a good fit and made in Taiwan! Next up, I chose a snorkel, I decided on the Tusa Hyperdry II Elite Dry Snorkel ($49.95) as I like that the clip for the snorkel just stays on the mask, sure makes life easier. And again, snorkel made in Taiwan! I wasn't quite interested in boots, but somehow, Chris convinced me to get boots. I would always just go bare with fins on and come back with tons of blisters all over my feet. He let me try on X Scuba Deluxe Zipper Boots 5 mm size 7 ($49.95) and they were perfect. And made in Taiwan. The last item to purchase were the fins. I originally was interested in Cressi fins as I had a pair in the past. Chris let me try on a pair of Cressis and I really didn't like how it dug into the top of my feet. So, I let him tell me about another brand. The Tusa Hyflex Switch Fins ($199) were the ones I chose to go with, the fit is comfortable and what's great about this fin is that you can actually take the fin apart, so you can travel with them. And again, made in Taiwan! He then offered me a special, where all these items would be at a special package price of $250. I certainly got a bargain here, as I would've paid close to $400 if I bought all the item separate. I was also looking for a fin bag, but Chris didn't have one in stock. Maybe they'll consider it for the future. I likely will get one off the internet. I would recommend this place is you're looking for high quality gear, This shop also does diving packages, but I've already booked my trip. I may consider this place for future dives. read more

This is a long review, but if you're serious about a great dive shop 1) you've found it, 2) hopefully this long-winded review will show you why! Oh, Fins Up Scuba! I literally LOVE this place and I BET you will too! I had previously been certified years ago in another state but was looking for a dive shop for my girlfriend to get certified before vacation. We, obviously, did not know of Fins Up at the time so we had chosen another shop. [The other shop was not bad but I was looking for a shop I could not only take classes but somewhere I could be apart of a dive family. After my girlfriend was certified and I took a refresher we both agreed neither one of us felt included in the experience. We had just been students although we had been in multiple times, taken classes, and bought equipment there.] But alas, we saw the light! We learned of Fins Up through a family member and I am SO thankful. We had a complex situation of starting our Advanced SCUBA at another shop and some other issues. The owners, Chris & Nichole, were out of the shop but another staff member called Chris and he got us answers quick. The answers were both friendly on the budget (since we had already spent a good amount elsewhere) but also the best to get us certified in time before our upcoming trip. To say I have spent HOURS in the store and not bought anything, just talked about various courses, diving, places to dive, dive trips, and dive equipment would be an understatement. The staff here is so friendly. They are not there to push you into buying equipment or sign up for classes (although we must understand that is part of their job.) I feel they are honestly there to guide you and get you in on the dive shop family atmosphere and to be involved in SCUBA. We've talked about diving but also work and more. It's the kind of atmosphere you could just pop into when you're in the area to catch up and leave, no SCUBA talk needed. From here, we continued to stop in and ask tons of questions, relentlessly looked at equipment (without buying anything) and always checking out the dive trips. Never were we pushed to buy anything or treated like we were wasting their time by not, even when other customers would come in. Eventually, when we were ready, we did buy our equipment. The countless visits & relentless questions without buying anything made me feel comfortable they weren't just trying to make a sale but really were vested in us as divers making a good decision before investing. Flash forward, we continue to stop by all the time and still need to sign up for another class. We have attended several dives at Lake Pleasant for the Lake Clean Up and also just to keep diving. Every time we show up we are greeted like family and friends and it is really inviting. We see the same people at the events and have been getting to know them. It really is a fun environment and really made me appreciate how important a good dive community is. Recently, I went in to purchase a dive light I had been eying but saw a similar, less expensive one I hadn't seen before. I pointed to the two lights and told Chris, "I want this one... but what about that one?" Chris recommended the one I initially wanted and began to explain the difference when I told him, "Chris, whatever you tell me to buy, I trust you." (He knows A LOT about gear!) Chris still took the time to explain to me both lights so I could make an informed decision and did not push me to the more expensive light (which I already was going to buy, haha) or that I had to buy a light at all. On top of solidifying what I already knew, I learned a lot about flashlights and made a much more informed decision. I think, time and time again, through personal experience and by reading other's reviews that Fins Up Scuba is the dive shop you need to be at. If you've made it this far in my novel - you're probably pretty serious about finding a great dive shop and this is the one. Chris & Nichole are very knowledgeable and hire a staff that is knowledgeable and dedicated too. Between diving events, classes, trips, and monthly socials you're gonna find a great dive family and friends here. They sell high quality equipment he believes in and they are not just trying to make a sale. Several times, Chris has given me great deals on the equipment I need (but usually just want, ha) and I absolutely learn something new every time I go in there. Chris and Nichole are great people who are in it for the right reasons! read more

Chris is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Great shop for all the scuba diving and snorkeling needs. New gear and replacement parts. Def going for my recertification refresher class with them. read more

We are so grateful to have found Chris and Nichole and their Fins Up Scuba family! We have traveled to Fiji, Philippines, Mexico and Bonaire with them and, even though each country has different rules and regulations, there has never been any issues navigating them with ease since Chris stays on top of any changes daily and notifies us immediately. If you are a new diver or have years of experience, the Fins Up family has divers your skill level! We highly recommend Fins Up for first time certification and for acquiring your own gear. They make the process so simple and stress free. They are ALL about sharing how fun and exciting diving is! Thanks Chris and Nichole for helping us make some absolutely incredible memories! read more

Fantastic service! The person who helped us, one of the owners, was very knowledgeable. I was looking for a snorkel mask and she guided me through the process of choosing just the right, properly fitting mask like a true expert. As an experienced diver herself, she obviously knows her stuff! I walked out with not only a great mask, but a comfort strap and new snorkel too. The prices are pretty reasonable for quality products too. I would wholeheartedly recommend this shop. read more

Found these guys on Groupon and made the plunge (hehehe) based on Yelp reviews. What an awesome scuba shop!!! Chris and Nichole are the nicest and most patient scuba instructors; Fins Up Scuba literally could not get any better! I am headed to Australia in a few weeks and wanted to get scuba certified so I can dive on the Great Barrier Reef. To be honest, I was terrified of scuba diving before going through these classes. I don't even like snorkeling, but my friend who I'm traveling with insisted that we dive on the reef. Happy to report that I am now PADI certified, and feel confident enough to get out and dive while in Australia!!! After seeing Fins Up Scuba on Groupon, I decided to call and get more information. I had about 20 questions and Chris answered everything without missing a beat. From our initial conversation, I felt comfortable with him and confident that I would be well taken care of. I stopped by the shop to sign up for the e-learning class - it's about $20 more than the Groupon, but you can do all the learning online rather than spending an entire Saturday sitting in their classroom. There are 6 online modules to go through before you take a quick test in-person. You have to do the online modules and test before you can do your pool dives and lake dives. The package price includes all your gear rentals for all of your dives. Fast forward to the dives - we spent an entire Sunday at a pool in East Mesa (literally 8am-5pm). There were two instructors, one dive master/instructor-in-training, and 5 students total. What a great student-teacher ratio!! You have a lots of skills to learn, and 5 short dives in the pool to practice the skills. The next weekend, we all gathered at Lake Pleasant to do our lake dives (2 on Saturday, 2 on Sunday, 4 "open water" dives total). While Lake Pleasant isn't necessarily a diver's paradise, it's such a rush to be diving for real! I would highly recommend Fins Up Scuba to anyone who is considering scuba lessons. I could not be more impressed with Chris and Nichole and the shop that they run. They are fantastic teachers, truly passionate about their sport and they make safety a high priority. From starting as a terrified student to now being PADI certified to dive up to 60 feet, I can say with confidence that I couldn't have done it without them! Thank you Chris!!! Thank you Nichole!!! 5 stars for service, 5 stars for convenience, 5 stars for professionalism. Do yourself a favor and call them now! read more

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The best of the best! Chris and his team are so thorough and make sure you are taken care of. He truly cares about the individual and their needs, and it shows! They're our go to shop for gear and education, and recently travelled with them too. In all our experiences we have nothing but amazing things to say! If you're looking for a local dive shop that really cares about the people, look no further! 10/10 recommend! read more

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Great shop and service! Always a great experience and wonderful customer service. Whether you're a novice or expect, they have what you need. read more

My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience with Chris at Fins Up Scuba! We walked in needing gear for our open water diving course and we had the best experience we could have asked for. Chris is knowledgeable, experienced, patient, and kind. He took the time to size us for all of our gear and he explained everything in great detail. We walked out feeling at ease with our purchases and we are so happy that we chose Fins Up Scuba. read more

My friend asked a question on Yelp by messaging the business. It's been 2 days and no reply. We happen to be in the area and came at 5:50pm. The store is supposed to close at 6pm. Place is already closed smh. read more

This place is awesome. Did my open water dive certification with them in December 2017 before my honeymoon and I can't say enough good things. I was pretty nervous to do this, but their team helped put all of my fears aside during the certification. My instructor, Donna, was my a great teacher and very patient. Chris and Nicole, the owners, were also great and involved throughout the process. You can tell that they take alot of pride in their business and really love what they do. Thanks to the team at Fins up Scuba I did 3 dives during our honeymoon - both in the Philippines and Thailand and they were AWESOME. And I cannot wait to go diving again. I may even get my advanced certification with them sometime :) Thanks Fins up Scuba! read more

Scuba certified at Fins Up Scuba. Great instructor's and I had a great time!!! I highly recommend Fins Up Scuba!!! read more

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Fins Up Scuba is a small "Boutique" Dive Shop. Personalized service is there specialty. Chris and Nicole and great folks! I highly recommend! read more

Not only does PADI give them 5 stars, but I do too!!! Finally a great dive shop in south Scottsdale!! Great selection of gear and super helpful staff of instructors!!! Can't Wait do more diving now!!! read more

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I'm not sure if it was Nichole's patience and warm smile or Chris's laughter and encouragement that helps people like me- (deathly afraid of underwater activities). They give you all the steps up front, make sure that you face your fears- and their Open Water class is a major confidence booster. I did not feel capable of this challenge- or de masking under water.. But, by the last day of certification, I was "clearing" my mask when it fogged - without their help. I can't thank Chris and Nichole enough for what they did for me - thank you both- you're a beautiful couple and team- and of course, my brave boyfriend, who signs me up for challenging activities.. 2 down- 50 more to go! read more

Highly recommend I called around and researched scuba companies, I choose fins up scuba due to there great reviews, great price and quality training. Our class was in a large pool, they took there time and made sure you know how to scuba by the time you leave the pool session. During the lake dive, I was comfortable and ready for my dive. I felt like I know scuba and how to handle any emergency situation. Thanks Fins Up Scuba read more

Nichole and Chris are great. I called Fins Up to check their pricing after another shop was trying to get me to spend an extra $200 that was not listed on their online pricing. Chris gave me their pricing models and they really blew everyone out of the water. $275 for a full Padi certification that includes online classwork, closed water dives and open water dives. Chris and Nichole do a fantastic job about making sure everything is crystal clear before you do any skills. If you have a question about anything, they make sure you understand stand it and clarify without embarrassing you. They want to really ensure that you are more than comfortable once you get your certification. I would and already have suggested Fins Up to friends and family, and will be taking my advance training with them in the future. This was a no brainer 5 star. read more

I went in to a different shop before finding Fins Up. The guy in the shop treated me like I was disturbing him. This is not what you get at Fins Up. They will do whatever takes to get you what you need. Friendly staff and great instructors! They have a great group who always have a good time. Go check them out! read more

Such great, informative, and friendly service! Highly recommend. I just bought high quality snorkel gear that I can later use when I take scuba lessons. I would definitely take scuba classes at fins up! read more

Awesome team! We took our advanced here before our honeymoon. They got us in asap. We learned a ton and are super excited about our trip to Belize. Thanks, Fins Up! read more

I was so nervous about scuba diving, but Chris and Nicole were so comforting and supportive. The equipment is of quality, I felt safe, and I truly know how to scuba dive efficiently because of their attention to details and technical knowledge. Their passion for scuba diving shows in their teaching because they are patient and excited for their students. As a grade school teacher, I found their skills to be superb. I highly recommend this company for scuba diving!! :) read more

I just finished my Open Water Scuba certification and I can only rave about the training provided by Chris and Nichole, it was fantastic. They were knowledgeable, thorough and most of all patient with me as their student! I would recommend anyone to Fin's Up for Dive Certification training. read more

CHRIS taught a EFR/CPR class to a small private group and did a fantastic job. He was very professional, well informed and polished. I highly recommend this class and O2 provider courses for any level diver or non-diver. read more

Ocean blue here we come! :) My Husband and I are divers and our 16 year old daughter expressed interest in getting certified so that she may dive with us on our up-coming trip to Cozumel! I was referred to Fin's Up Scuba and could not be happier with our decision for her to get certified there. Chris and Nichole are friendly, knowledgeable and excited about their underwater passion! My daughter enjoyed every second above and below the water! Thank you, Fin's Up for a great learning opportunity and years of undersea exploration to come! read more

The best shop with great equipment and excellent customer service!! The customer service was amazing and he helped us out in picking and trying on our equipment. read more

Nichole and Chris are amazing instructors who are patient and kind. They also are very passionate about diving and care about their students. I highly recommend them. Thank you for getting me prepared for diving in Thailand. I look forward to taking a dive trip with you in the future. read more

Great shop run by great people! If you have any dive needs, are looking for a great selection in gear, or are looking for awesome people who love to dive and travel the world then this is the place to be! Chris and Nichole are always planning exciting adventures and hosting awesome dive classes! If you are thinking about where to get certified in the valley they are great instructors and make everyone feel welcome! read more

Best scuba experience I could have asked for! Everyone is friendly and skilled. You can tell the staff really loves diving and cares about nurturing great divers. They value being thorough over getting divers in an out and it really shows. Thank you Fins Up Scuba! read more

Chris and his wife Nicole are excellent dive instructors. They make diving very fun. If course, they do an exemplary job insuring that you are very qualified to be competent divers. My son and I just got certified, and we plan to go on many trips we these fine people. Check them out! read more

I can't give Fins Up a high enough review! They were awesome! My boyfriend and I did the PADI open water diver course. Everyone we dealt with from scheduling, course navigation, equipment selection, and most importantly, course instruction, were fantastic!! I was a little nervous going in, and because they were so incredibly thorough, in the end, I feel comfortable and well prepared to dive, not to mention super excited!! I wouldn't do it any other way or anywhere else!! read more