diver dan's is the largest volume retail scuba store in northern california, and has been in business over 30 years.

diver dan's certifies scuba divers through padi (professional association of diving instructors) and offers not only open water certification, but many specialties and advanced certification levels. they also have their own pool for the pre-ocean dives. this is where i got my certification from aaron portera (right), an excellent dive instructor.

diver dan's carries the major brands at competitive prices. they also have a low price guarantee if the item is found at another shop within a 50 mile radius.

diver dan's offers quality rental gear at affordable prices. in fact, they have the largest scuba rental department in the nation.

diver dan's offers servicing on scuba gear, and backs it up with a 90 day service labor warranty.

diver dan's offers group dive trips all over the world. i have had the opportunity to go on 2 dive trips to the cortes banks / channel islands with diver dan's.

captain aqua's certifies scuba divers through ssi (scuba schools international) and they offer training from open water through continuing education and dive specialties

captain aqua's carries the major brands at competitive prices. they offer a selection of equipment packages to meet individual needs.

captain aqua's offers quality rental and instructional scuba equipment

captain aqua's offers equipment repair with manufacturer-certified service on all major brands

captain aqua's offers group dive trips to the channel islands as well as variuos warm water locations. i have had the opportunity to go on a dive trip to the channel islands with captian aqua's.