This is a great group of divers! We usually join their scuba diving trips, since they offer the opportunity to meet likely minded people and they run it for non-profit, therefore they have amazing deals. They organize several trips throughout the year, and the people are fantastic and very supportive. If you're new to the area, or even if you're just looking to meet new friends, diving with this group is a great way to do it. read more

Power Scuba is an AMAZING club. A few years ago, I moved to San Diego and was a fresh water diver. Early on, I was fortunate enough to meet some Power Scuba members. That decision was one of my best as I have made new friends, learned about new places to dive, been exposed to the wonderful world of nudis, and the club has simply just helped me feel connected to Southern California. If you are looking to make new friends, meet new, old and veteran divers, join the diving community, etc I STRONGLY encourage you to join this group!! read more

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This is a great scuba club that frequently hosts shore dives and no-profit boat trips to interesting destinations. The prices of Power Scuba boat trips cannot be beat, and the boats they charter (The Pacific Star and The Humboldt) are excellent, too. read more

An unbelievable 501(C3) SCUBA organization. Thru Meetup, schedules outstanding SCUBA boat and shore dive trips thru out SOCAL, and periodically overseas at a fair price (the organization makes no profit). Promotes safe diving, encourages new divers to get experience, and veteran divers to keep their skills and muscle memory by active participation. There is no organization like it in the world. If you are an active diver in SOCAL or visiting the area, you need to check this group out. read more

I have taken the open water and now the advanced open water with Bill, and will probably take more in the future (rescue diving, I'm looking at you). I had a great time in both classes and feel like I've learned a lot. I feel comfortable enough with my skills and knowledge after these classes to go out and explore the world safely (with a buddy, of course!). From the beginning to the end, I always felt like I was learning and having fun. We started in a pool to get used to the equipment, which I rented from Bill. Moved on to book review And then into the ocean. Most of my ocean classes were at La Jolla shores, which is a beautiful place! Except in the advanced class, we explored a ship wreck more than 100ft deep off of Dana Landing (near sea world). I am excited to take more classes and have already recommended Bill to my friends. The classes aren't free, obviously, but I feel with the amount of 1on1 time and the amount of knowledge bill has given me is more than worth it. I am also now part of the Power Scuba community which has hundreds of like minded people that I can scuba with, in tons of the events Power Scuba hosts. Which gets me excited for my future dives! Easy 5 stars. read more

I am glad that i jointed this group. I've been with Power Scuba for couple years and have done several meet-ups with the group. This group emphasizes Safety and fun. It's also a non-profit organization that charters boats and schedules trips at significant cost savings due to the non-profit nature. Members of this group have been nothing but friendly and helping newbie like me. And the great thing is Bill has a replacement program for lost or broken mask. I recommend anyone to join this group if you really like to dive! read more

I've done at least 5 events with PS since joining in April. The last one, a pre-screening of a movie, I brought my 14 year old son. He's a diver also so he loves being around other divers. I've always felt welcome at their events, especially the first one. If it had been sketchy or I had felt otherwise I would have been hesitant to return. Every event I've met new and interesting people as well as bumping into divers from San Diego that I've known for years. The more events that I go to, the more I can learn from other divers and I often get to reconnect with people that I've met at previous events. Bill and Power Scuba are really a blessing for San Diego and when I meet new divers I always encourage them to join if they haven't already. I'll be back for more fun for years and years to come. As long as Bill allows it! read more

I've been with Power Scuba for several years and have done several meet-ups with the group. Members of this group have been nothing but friendly and inclusive. This group emphasizes Safety and fun. It's also a non-profit organization that charters boats and schedules trips at significant cost savings due to the non-profit nature. As a bonus, Bill has an remarkable talent of making you laugh and have fun. I've met and currently dive with several members of this group on a regular basis and I recommend anyone to join this group if you really like to dive! read more

I've been diving for 15 years, half of it with power scuba. I met Bill a few years ago at a happy hour, and he suggested me to join his small dive club for a trip to Catalina island. I was pretty new in the United States at the time so that was really a fantastic opportunity to dive more for a great price, and to meet some dive buddies. The small group is now 4000+ members strong and is really welcoming all level of divers. The group is really safety oriented, for example a shore dive where a newbie is paired with an experienced diver. So helpful! I've only done local and semi-local dives but power scuba has also super cool trips all over the world, at a non profit price. Thanks Bill and organizers for all what you guys do for the dive community in San Diego and beyond! read more

Joined the group a couple of months ago and have gone to a couple of events. 1) the boat dives are very affordable and the experience is awesome as everyone is there to have fun 2) the events such as the premiers for movies was top notch, literally the first people in the screening before anyone else so you get the best seats 3) there's always a dive buddy to find! I would recommend joining as talking to some people, not everyone scuba dives, some people just snorkel or hang out on the boat if they don't dive. Plus Bill is very sociable and the group that's been with him longer like him a lot and it feels very inviting. read more

Power scuba is great. It's the 1st group I got into once I got certified I have met so many fellow divers that have became like family to me. This group got me over some of my fears as a diver and has helped me become a better diver. If you want a place to dive with safe divers this is the place to do it. I am now a tech diver who can't get enough of the ocean. (that says a lot, I live 3hrs from it) I tell all new divers to dive, dive and dive, With power scuba this is possible. They have events every week. read more

Power Scuba group is a wonderful organization that is looking out for the interests of like minded individuals "scuba divers". We are fortunate to have this organization in SoCal. Keep doing your thing Bill. read more

Power Scuba - Scuba Diving Near Me - San Diego, California

a great group of people who really know how to have a safe time while adventuring in the deep blue sea.

This group is awesome. Great place to meet like-minded people and create amazing diving memories.

I have been diving with Power Scuba since 2012 when I moved to San Diego. Definite a place to get a lot of dives - shores dives and boat dives. But what's more important is that you will meet lots of friends there. Don't be shy, give it a try! read more

I've done a few meetup groups in my many moves throughout the last few years, and Bill's scuba meetup is by far the best organized, most friendly, and less creeper-filled than any other meetup. I've done a few dives with the group as a "newbie" and they matched me up with a veteran who totally helped me every step of the way--from gearing up to going under and then taking that long walk back to shore. Newbie or veteran, mermaid or landlubber, this is a fantastic meetup group that exists to bring and keep people into the wonderful world of scuba, with nice sprinkling of do-gooder events and socializing to give it a little something for everyone. Props to Bill and the gang for running a meetup group so good it's hard to believe it's a freebie meetup group! read more

This is a super-cool dive club that yes, actually dives!! I heard about them on Yelp, joined their meetup group, and sat back and watched for a bit to see how much they actually do things....wow, I am impressed! They have a new meetup or two just about every week and are very active! The dives they do are varied as well, not just your same-old dives to the same sites over and over again....all different dive sites on different days of the week, too, to accommodate different schedules. I just recently went on my first dive trip with them on the Lois Ann to the Pt Loma Kelp Beds, and everyone was super nice and friendly. No one was stuck up or pretentious, just a good group of very cool people that want to get out and dive! Their leader Bill is also a great guy, fun to talk to and very warm and welcoming. Now I can't wait to go on another trip with them! Reasons why you should join: ITS FREE.....that right there should be reason enough. If you are a diver, want to get out and dive, this is the club for you! They also have great discounts on local charters, among other fun things. I have been telling all my friends to join, so thought I might as well write a Yelp review about it as well....just go to meetup.com and join Power Scuba....definitely worth it! read more

1. Instant pool of dive buddies. 2. Equipment buys with significant group discounts. 3. No dues or fees. 4. Local charters with significant group discounts. 5. Destination dive travel with significant group discounts. 6. It's free. 7. Fun events other than dives - picnics, movie screenings, parties, etc. 8. There is a commitment to marine environmental preservation, and actual actions to further related goals. 9. This is a great group of fun divers. Bill Powers has put it all together for divers in Southern California. Join and see for yourself! Did I mention that there are no dues or fees, it's free? read more

If you're looking for a fun loving and friendly group of people to go diving with in San Diego, Power Scuba is the group for you. Power Scuba organizes more shore and boat dives than any other group in San Diego. They also do several events that are ecologically minded that allow exclusive access to limited sites such as San Diego Bay cleanup and Scripps Canyon beach cleanup and species count. Power Scuba is a true community of diverse folks concerned about having fun and the marine environment. Check out the meetup page for more and join us for a shore dive! read more

An amazing group! Great well organized dives at great sites. Dives at a variety of experience levels are available, boat and shore. Safety is stressed at all times! The social events are a blast! The cost of the dives is very reasonable, too... Highly recommended! read more

Best Group around. Safe, Fun, diverse, and nice group of divers. Dives for all levels. Divers are always willing to help you grow as a diver. Great trip and local dives. The low review all tends to be from people who are unsafe, flakes, and/or not nice. You don't want to dive with creepy, unsafe, or flakey folks and the group gets rid of them to keep you safe and happy. At the same time, the group is not at all exclusive or clicky. If you can dive safe and be nice you are welcome. Been on 10+ dives and trips ( 2 international) over 3 years and I really like the people and the group. It's about safe fun diving at your level. On Power trips, someone will always step up and be a solid, safe, and kind buddy when you need one. Joining this group has helped me be a better diver and a happier person. I'm super negative and I really can't find something to pick at. I live in LA and will brave the 405 in the afternoon just to shore dive with them. read more

PS provides a great vehicle for meeting other safety minded divers. I've been a member for over 6 years and enjoyed countless shore dives, day boat trips and overnight boat trips. Since PS is a not-for-profit organization, the trip prices are better than you will find as an individual. They are welcoming for any skill level, and every event I've participated in has been really enjoyable. read more

The dive group is welcoming and supportive of all types of people and divers. If you need a buddy or have one and just want to join some fun minded divers on some awesome trips. This is your group. I joined back in 2009 when I was a new diver and was always welcomed by more experienced people. I have done a bunch of local dives with them and also boat trips off San Diego and Big Sur. Everyone is cool and welcoming and the trips are all not for profit. Join, you won't regret it. read more

Great group! Always someone around to dive with you and very organized. They also have great dive trips at discount rates which makes this expensive sport a little more accessible to those on a budget. Highly recommended read more

I've only been to one meet up (safety symposium) but it was extremely well thought out and executed. Everyone that attended was friendly and answered any questions I had. This is a great place not only to find new dive buddies but also learn about San Diego scuba diving. From classes in local Marine Biology, to multiple day scuba trips this group has you covered. Highly recommended for any diver new to San Diego that wants to find people with a similar passion of scuba diving. read more

Awesome experience diving with power scuba. We dove the oil rigs and some other spots in SoCal in several occasions. Always a fun time with these guys. The dive instructor Bill is very knowledgeable with his stuff and very responsible when it comes to safety, so we all felt pretty safe diving with them. read more

Power Scuba is amazing, offering non-profit boat trips all year round! I was never disappointed finding nice company at the events and solid buddies to dive with. I also love the regular night dives, including the socializing over pizza and beer after the dive. read more

I love Bill Powers and Power Scuba! Safety is Bill's #1 priority! Recently, Power Scuba even hosted a free catered members only safety symposium at Dave and Busters. Power Scuba hooks up its members with super discounted dive boat trips. I have been so fortunate to be Bill's dive buddy several times. Everyone is really good about helping people new to the group feel welcome. I am beyond grateful to Bill Powers and Power Scuba for everything they do for the San Diego Diving community. I hope to be diving with them for a long time!! read more

I've been diving with Power Scuba since March of 2018. This is by far the best dive group in the SoCal area. The trips are very well organized and the members very friendly. Also, you're only paying for the cost of the trip so the prices are very low. I'll be going on my third trip this year in November (Palawan) and looking forward to much more diving with Power Scuba. read more

When I first started my Scuba journey I wanted to dive as much as possible so I searched for Scuba Meetups in San Diego. The first group I found was PowerScuba, I found that they were a really active group with a lot of scheduled dives and a lot of members. Since then I have been pretty active. The organizers are great, for the most part dives have gone down as scheduled unless of course Mother Nature had other plans. I would highly recommend this group for anyone interested in Scuba Diving. read more

This is a great group to dive with whether your new to diving or have been diving for years. They have several dives a week (both shore and boat). The boat tickets are always a good deal. They also have several bigger trips a year. Besides the great diving, it is also a great club to meet new people at. I quit diving for several years. When I started up again, I really didn't know anyone. So I joined Power Scuba. I now have great friends and dive buddies. I highly recommend Power Scuba read more

Power Scuba is an amazing dive group for new and veteran divers. They put together the best dive trips. So, get out there and dive!!!

I had another great trip with Power Scuba! If you are looking to dive, with a fun active club, Power scuba is for you. They do great local trips, plus international trips. You will meet people of all ages ,and have endless dive buddies and fun! read more

This dive club reinvigorated my diving enthusiasm when it started 10 years ago. The friendly, respectful, safety conscious event organizers and members make you feel welcome, safe and engaged in the group activities. They offer several weekly local dives and monthly local boat trips and annual international trips at great value. Its simply the best dive club! read more

In 17 years of diving, I have been to several dive clubs looking for the right fit for me. I have found this with Power Scuba! A club that actually dives!!! Not just meeting up and talking about dives. Power Scuba is a club for every level of diver. They are safety orientated and care about the marine environment that we all enjoy diving in. At the Power Scuba events, everyone is very welcoming, friendly and helpful. You can always find a buddy to dive with. read more

This is a great group of divers that are very welcoming to divers of any skill level. I have done one boat dive and multiple shore dives and have had a great experience each time. Their boat dive prices are great and you can always find a buddy with comparable skill level to dive with. Highly recommended!! read more

I recently decided to get back to diving and, in the process, came across Power Scuba on meetup.com. This group truly rocks! Although I was certified many, many years ago, I am very much a newbie when it comes to SCUBA diving. Power Scuba's web site and FaceBook page were invaluable resources for me to figure out what steps I should take to safely get back into the sport. The membership is very responsive and the group coordinators manage the discussion sections very well. I have since participated in two events with Power Scuba and had great experiences during both. The first was one of the non-profit boat charters to the Coronado Islands and the event organizer was simply awesome. The second was the recent "newbies and vets" event, which consisted of an evening of socializing and a very educational, safety-focused presentation by the founder of the group followed by a morning of diving at the shores. Both parts of the event were really great and I feel much more comfortable now about my own skills. Anyone looking to find dive buddies, getting into the sport, and socialize with a fun group of folks should check out Power Scuba! read more

Got to dive with the group on a no-profit weekend trip to Catalina Island and I had an amazing time! That trip happened to be an advanced/experience-heavy group and despite only having 60+ dives under my belt, they made me feel welcome. Looking forward to more diving with this group! read more

I had been wanting to go scuba diving for at least 2 decades but couldn't find a group of like-minded friends to buddy up with. Power Scuba facilitates a meetup group that does just that. I can pair up with a dive buddy as often as my busy schedule allows. It has provided me an opportunity to dive sites I would either not know about or ones that are too expensive to get to. The boat dives are very affordable and safe. When I was quite new, a few other divers took me under their wing and taught me how to dive 'safely'. Thanks, Power Scuba. Chris M. read more

Power Scuba is awesome. I got open water certification back in 2008, but I hardly dove until I found Power Scuba in 2014. Just about everyone in the group is super friendly /welcoming and eager to help newbies as well. Organizers are all very safety conscious and knowledgable. read more