This is the best dive shop in town, the state, the us and the world. I have been diving for eight years now. I started with El Mar Diving Center not knowing what I needed to become a diver or what the dive industry standards were. I soon became very aware of what the differences are between shops. El Mar Diving Center goes beyond the minimum of teaching. They bring a confidence to the student and really mentor them to be safe responsible divers and enjoy the sport. The store has the best quality gear around for the best price. They also promote dive travel to really encourage the adventure in diving. The owners have been in this business for 53 years-they definitely know what they are doing! Great staff, instructors, and dive masters.