Socorro Liveaboard

Join us for a fantastic weekend of warm-water diving in the Sea of Cortez! The Sea of Cortez is often referred to as the “World’s Aquarium” due to its incredible diversity of marine species. Divers can encounter a wide range of marine life including colorful tropical fish, playful sea lions, majestic manta rays, docile whale sharks (seasonally), and even the occasional encounter with dolphins or humpback whales.

In this specialty program, you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to safely and confidently navigate underwater. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, how to leave and return to a designated point, plus basic navigation patterns. You will also be taught how to combine navigation techniques to enhance your diving experience. All of which hones your underwater observation skills, improves your dive safety and helps you to get the most out of every dive. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

The SSI Perfect Buoyancy specialty is the best way to improve your buoyancy and get the most from every dive. Buoyancy is an essential dive skill, but any diver will tell you it takes time to perfect. The Perfect Buoyancy specialty will teach you advanced buoyancy skills and techniques, so you can master your buoyancy more quickly and enjoy more relaxed dive adventures. In this fascinating program, you will also learn new skills that protect the environment and work in every diving situation. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. With better buoyancy skills, you will soon be able to hover with ease and take the underwater photographs you dream of!

As a Nitrox diver, you can increase your bottom times and safety margins, plus shorten your surface intervals - so you can spend more time diving and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge whilst learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures of up to 40% oxygen. Upon completion, you will earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification.

The SSI Snorkel Diver program is your first step towards discovering a passion for the underwater world. It is the best way to learn how to snorkel and develop your confidence in the water, so you can go snorkeling and explore the mesmerizing landscapes and wildlife of the aquatic world. You do not need to be a proficient swimmer to participate in the Snorkel Diver program, and there is no minimum age to join. You just need to be comfortable in the water, able to maintain your buoyancy, and ready to begin the adventure of a lifetime! In this program, you will be introduced to the equipment and skills you need to go snorkeling safely. Begin your snorkeling training and earn your SSI Snorkel Diver recognition card today!

React Right is SSI’s emergency first response course and provides you with the training and knowledge you need to act as a first responder in a medical emergency. In this flexible dive program, you can choose which subjects you want to learn about, including primary assessment, first aid, CPR and primary stabilization techniques. You can also learn about oxygen administration in diving emergencies and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) basics. Using a combination of academic sessions and practical training scenarios, this program will give you the tools and confidence you need for emergency response. By the time you are certified, you will be able to act as an emergency first responder, provide first aid and CPR, administer oxygen and provide AED support in a medical emergency. Earn your SSI React Right specialty certification. Get started today!

Scuba diving in St. Lucia offers a captivating exploration of the Caribbean's underwater wonders. With its warm, clear waters and diverse marine life, St. Lucia boasts vibrant coral reefs, underwater cliffs, and a kaleidoscope of tropical fish. Whether exploring the iconic "Wall" or discovering hidden coves, divers of all levels will be enchanted by the breathtaking beauty and rich biodiversity that make St. Lucia a premier destination for an unforgettable underwater adventure.

Join Arizona Dive Center for an exciting adventure to the Socorro Islands November 9-18, 2027. Dive alongside giant manta rays, whale sharks, dolphins, and hammerhead sharks in one of the world’s top big animal destinations. Experience breathtaking underwater landscapes aboard the brand new Quino Del Mar liveaboard, private staterooms that offer comfort, staff with expert guidance, and daily dives at some of the most remote and pristine dive sites on the planet. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity for unforgettable marine encounters!

It is easy for dive skills to get rusty and to lose confidence when you have not dived for a while. With the SSI Scuba Skills Update, we will get you back in the water and diving with ease in no time. This scuba refresher course allows you to review and practice scuba skills you learned in your Open Water Diver program, under the guidance of an SSI Professional. This is a great course to take just before a dive holiday, so you spend less time worrying about your skills and more time admiring the marine life. If you are a non-certified Open Water Diver student, a Scuba Skills Update is ideal for practicing your dive skills before your open water training dives. With no fixed course duration, you can take your time and focus on the skills you need help with.

Night diving requires different skills from diving during the day. The SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility specialty is the best way to learn about night diving and practice the techniques you will need to become a safe and confident night diver. In this program, you will be provided with all the knowledge and skills you need to safely and comfortably dive at night or in limited visibility conditions. With a combination of online learning and open water training dives, you will learn how to enter and exit the water, use specialized equipment, and how to communicate with your buddy easily at night or in limited visibility. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility specialty certification and be ready to go night diving with confidence.

Arizona Dive Center's monthly club meeting is held at Dave & Busters at Westgate (9460 W Hanna Lane, Glendale, AZ 85305). Dave & Busters is a lively and welcoming gathering where diving enthusiasts from all walks of life come together to share their passion for the underwater world. Over delicious food, members discuss recent dive adventures, plan upcoming excursions, and engage in informative presentations and discussions about various aspects of diving, all while fostering a sense of camaraderie and unity among fellow underwater adventurers. It's a perfect blend of great food, shared experiences, and a sense of belonging that makes each meeting a memorable and fun event for all attendees. Please arrive around 5:30 pm to order your food - this will give their staff time to get things ready for us!

Join Arizona Dive Center for an unforgettable week at Blackbird Caye Resort, a stunning all-inclusive, oceanfront getaway nestled on Belize’s world-famous Barrier Reef. Just steps from your villa, you’ll discover vibrant coral walls, schools of tropical fish, eagle rays, sea turtles, and an incredible variety of marine life in crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Whether you’re exploring dramatic reef walls, drifting along colorful coral gardens, or relaxing between dives in a hammock by the sea, this trip is the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

Join Arizona Dive Center at Cayman Brac Beach Resort for an unforgettable Caribbean escape. Explore vibrant coral reefs, stunning walls, and wrecks in crystal-clear waters, then relax in luxury with oceanfront views and delicious cuisine. Perfect for divers of all levels, this trip is the ultimate blend of adventure and relaxation.

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and undoubtedly want to go diving again. Endless scuba diving adventures are waiting for you and this course is where it all begins. Start today!