At the heart of every dive I teach lies a simple yet powerful mission: to help divers - new and experienced - explore safely, have fun, and fall in love with the underwater world. I believe that the more people we immerse in the ocean’s wonder, the stronger our collective drive to protect it. Teaching good diving habits and raising ocean awareness go hand in hand.
Plan your dive training
Based in South Florida - Dive-Ready Anywhere
Though rooted in South Florida, my teaching travels far and wide-where the best dives await. Some preferred spots include:
Advanced Open Water: Jupiter, FL - Drift along reefs and explore deep ledges
Wreck Adventures: Pompano, FL - Explore both shallow and deep shipwrecks with exciting swim throughs and rich history.
Open Water Training:
Blue Heron Bridge, Riviera Beach - A perfect place to practice navigation and night dive
Palm Beach Drift Diving - Rich ecosystems and gentle waters ideal for new divers & great for Macro photography
But don’t let this list limit you - let’s dive where your curiosity calls!
Why Dive with Me?
Safety-First Guidance: Every lesson centers on confidence, control, and clear decision-making
Curriculum for All Levels: From beginners to specialty divers, personalized training included
Small class size: I only teach private and semi-private classes with 1-4 students. This allows me more 1 on 1 time with each student. We don’t just do a skill once and check the box.
Flexible, Local Expertise: I know South Florida’s aquatic landscapes - and how to maximize them.
Certified & Experienced
With 20+ years of experience, I proudly hold the following certifications:
PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer ID#274542
PADI Cavern Instructor
PADI Self-Reliant Instructor
PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Instructor (DPV)
PADI Deep Instructor
PADI Enriched Air Instructor
PADI Wreck Instructor
PADI Search & Recovery Instructor
TDI X-CCR Mixed Gas Decompression Diver (Trimix)
TDI Full Cave CCR Diver
TDI Cave DPV Diver
and many more…
Under the sea
Favorite Dive Sites
Over two decades have led me to some unforgettable dives. Here are a few personal highlights:
Spiegel Grove - A majestic wreck off Key Largo; a must-see for wreck enthusiasts
Jupiter's Hole In The Wall Dive Site - I see a ton of goliath groupers every time. Fun swim through with spicy current, DPV recommended.
Hydro Atlantic - An iconic Florida treasure with incredible marine life
Ginnie Springs - A freshwater gem loved for its pristine beauty and visibility
Farnsworth Banks - backside (ocean-facing side) of Catalina Island. The site is marked by sheer underwater pinnacles and wall is famous for its purple hydrocoral, which is in the region.
Oil Rigs Elly and Ellen are an interconnected pair of offshore oil platorms near Huntington Beach, California.
Bonaire