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| - I did a refresher course with Joe in mid-late 2009, in preparation for an easy dive at the Georgia Aquarium. While I am Advanced Open Water certified, I end up getting in a dive trip only once every couple of years. :( I was due for a refresher.
It seemed a little weird at first - I got different explanations of what times were available for a refresher (small miscommunication between staff), and when we got something arranged, I found out that I would meet him at his house and do the practice work in the pool. Wasn't really sure what to think, initially.
However, when I met Joe, my worries were put to rest. He was very friendly, easy-going, and extremely helpful. As we practiced the different skills, he had a great teacher's sense - knowing when to take things easy so I didn't feel pressured to try something too uncomfortable, and knowing when to push so I could really develop my confidence in my skills. He was very positive throughout the refresher and completely set me at ease.
I have recommended him to a friend of mine who is looking to become scuba certified, and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone else seeking scuba courses. In my opinion, I have never had a bad scuba instructor, but I can still say Joe was the best out of all of them.
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