Choosing and buying your dive equipment is one of the biggest and most important investments you will make as a diver, but it is easy to get it a bit wrong. We want you to choose the right dive kit for your needs and know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most from your investment and enjoy safe and comfortable dives for years to come. The SSI Equipment Techniques specialty is the best way to learn how to choose and store your dive kit. Working with an experienced and trained SSI Professional, you will learn in-depth information about the components of your Total Diving System and develop a thorough understanding of your diving equipment. This class can be in person or online! Ask for details! You will also practice basic preventative dive equipment maintenance to ensure you get maximum performance and longevity from your Total Diving System. Start this dive equipment specialty today!

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. Sessions as follows: 1st day 10:00am-12:30pm classroom break for lunch 1:30pm-5pm Confined Water, 2nd day 1:30pm-5pm Confined water, You can become an Open Water referral diver and dive in our pool with a certified diver until it is warmer or we have a CocoView trip 2/27-3/6/27 where you can do your Open Water Dives February 20, 21, 2027 Referral Open Water Diver includes e-learning and confined water so you can complete your Open water dives You can also take your Nitrox e-learning and classroom portion on 2/20 from 10:00am-12:30pm and once you have completed your Open Water Certification we can certify your Nitrox Certification. You will need to purchase Fins, Boots, Mask, Snorkel, Antifog, and DSMB(safety Device) for this class. We will be breaking up classroom/confined water so that you we can give you a referral if you would like to do your open water dives at a destination or on a trip.

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 40% 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!

Monthly dive club meeting meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Social gathering from 6:30-7pm and meeting runs from 7pm-8pm. Meetings consists of guest speakers, dive community upcoming events, as well as seminars. Meeting is held at Dante's Pizza, located at 2900 Cedar Lane Colonial Heights, VA 23834 There is never a cost to attend.

Come practice your dive skills in the pool. We have limited space on our pool days for divers to come practice their skills. The number of open spots will be depend on our class sizes. This fee is for pool use only. Equipment, tanks, fills, weights or instruction is NOT included. Space is limited. DIVERS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CERTIFIED. CERTIFICATION CARD MUST BE ON FILE WITH TRI-CITY SCUBA - NO EXCEPTIONS! No instruction is allowed during our pool sessions except for scheduled classes through Tri-City SCUBA. Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Quest Swimming 6800 Deer Run Drive, Midlothian, VA 23112. What is included: Pool use What is NOT included: Equipment, tanks, weights, instruction Need equipment? See option for equipment rental on our website for rental gear Need air? Tank with air is $10 and is brought to the pool Please sign up at least 1 day prior to event if you need tank rental.

Ready for the ultimate dive getaway? Join Tri-City SCUBA as we take over the Turks & Caicos Explorer II for an exclusive 7-night liveaboard adventure filled with world-class diving, crystal-clear waters, and unforgettable marine encounters. With 27 dives, including up to 5 dives a day and night dives, this is the trip of a lifetime! ✅ 27 Dives – Including deep walls, reefs, and thrilling night dives ✅ Marine Life Galore – Expect sharks, starfish, turtles, stingrays, and vibrant tropical fish ✅ Nitrox Included – Perfect for maximizing bottom time ✅ All Meals & Drinks Included – Enjoy delicious food, snacks, and all beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic for 21+) ✅ Luxurious Accommodations – 10 cabins across 3 decks, all with en-suite bathrooms and A/C. Cabins 5,6, and 7 on main deck have a twin over queen bed. Cabins 3 & 4 on main deck have twin beds. Cabins 8, 9, and 10 are on the lower deck with twin over twin. Update: Cabins 1, 2, & 3 are sold out. Cabin 4 on the main deck has 2 twin singles and 1 of those twin beds has been sold to a female, looking for another female to share the room with. Prices, pictures, and more information is available on the website, if you follow the link below. Payment to reserve is $800, and then equal monthly payments on remaining balance starts the following month, until paid in full by 10/1/26.

Dive. Snorkel. Sleep Beneath the Waves. Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Georgia Aquarium in downtown Atlanta! Join Tri-City Scuba for a special weekend that lets you get up close and personal with whale sharks, manta rays, and thousands of tropical fish inside the world-famous Ocean Voyager exhibit. Whether you’re a diver, snorkeler, or just along for the adventure, this is one unforgettable trip you won’t want to miss. Trip Highlights Dates: June 6–7, 2026 Location: Georgia Aquarium – Atlanta, GA (participants meet on-site) Experiences: Dive with Giants — For certified Open Water Divers (ages 12+) Journey with Gentle Giants Snorkel — For snorkelers 12+ Overnight Experience (Optional) — Spend the night surrounded by the aquarium’s incredible marine life (ages 7+) Included in Each Experience Dive and Snorkel Adventures (≈ 2.5 hours) ✔ Behind-the-scenes tour of the Ocean Voyager exhibit ✔ Digital Photo & souvenir T-shirt ✔ All required gear provided on-site ✔ Unforgettable up-close encounters with whale sharks, manta rays, and more Overnight at the Aquarium ✔ Private after-hours behind-the-scenes tour ✔ Evening snacks and a hot breakfast the next morning ✔ Watch the whale sharks feed before the aquarium opens ✔ Includes 1-day general admission (either the day before or after the sleepover) ✔ Admission to the Sea Lion and Dolphin Presentations Availability Divers: 11 total spots two sessions – 11 AM(5spots) & 3 PM(6 spots) Updated 2/1/26 Snorkelers: 5 total spots Updated 2/1/26 Non-Divers: Unlimited! Enjoy the aquarium and optional overnight adventure. Important Details Divers must hold an Open Water certification (certification cards will be verified at check-in). Divers ages 12–14 must dive with an accompanying adult. Shop staff can supervise children while parents participate in the dive or snorkel session. Overnight stay is optional — guests may book their own accommodations nearby in the Centennial Park District (tons of hotels within walking distance). Minimum age for the overnight experience is 7. Non-divers can enjoy the aquarium’s general admission and optional overnight activities. Build Your Package Pricing for this trip varies based on the experiences you select. During checkout, choose your options (Dive, Snorkel, Overnight, General Admission), and the system will build your personalized package. Why You’ll Love It This is more than a dive trip — it’s a rare opportunity to swim alongside the world’s largest fish, spend the night under shimmering blue waters, and share it all with fellow adventurers who love the ocean as much as you do. Reserve your spot today — spaces are extremely limited! Frequently Asked Questions 1. Do I need to be certified to participate? Yes — the Dive with Giants experience is open to certified Open Water Divers and above. Proof of certification will be required at check-in. Snorkelers do not need a certification but must be comfortable in the water. 2. What’s the minimum age to participate? Divers: 12 and up (divers ages 12–14 must dive with an accompanying adult). Snorkelers: 12 and up. Overnight guests: 7 and up. 3. What’s included in the dive and snorkel experiences? Each dive or snorkel lasts roughly 2.5 hours and includes: Behind-the-scenes tour of the Ocean Voyager exhibit Professional photo package Souvenir T-shirt All required gear provided on-site 4. What’s included in the overnight experience? The optional overnight stay includes: Private after-hours tour and educational activities Evening snacks and a hot breakfast Whale shark feeding experience 1-day aquarium admission (choose the day before or after your overnight) Access to the Sea Lion and Dolphin Presentations 5. What are the 2026 trip prices? Tri-City Scuba is offering exclusive, unpublished 2026 pricing that includes all taxes and fees. Final package pricing will appear automatically at checkout when you select your chosen experiences (Dive, Snorkel, Overnight, or General Admission). 6. Can I join if I’m not diving or snorkeling? Absolutely! Non-divers can explore the aquarium exhibits as general admission guests and may participate in the optional overnight adventure. 7. Where should I stay if I’m not doing the overnight? The Georgia Aquarium is located in the Centennial Park District, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and attractions within easy walking distance. You’ll find a list of recommended hotels on the aquarium’ Please see our website for prices with options available. This is going to be a fun event, not to be missed.

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

Experience world-class diving, island charm, and true valet service at the Cayman Brac Beach Resort. Join Tri-City Scuba for a week of relaxation, exploration, and unforgettable dives at one of the Caribbean’s most loved dive destinations. Trip Overview Dates: July 18–25, 2026 Location: Cayman Brac Beach Resort Capacity: Up to 20 divers, 16 spots left, we have a female diver registered and would like to room with another femail diver Resort Type: Open Water–friendly resort (great for newly certified divers) Snorkeling: Available for non-divers Training Options: Get Open Water Certified on-site. Complete your E-learning, classroom, and confined water dives prior to trip. Take your Nitrox class prior to trip with us and when you complete your Open Water dives, you will be certified in both. Must be Nitrox Certified DSMB required – Clinics available prior to trip if needed Deposit: $950 per person if paid in January 2026, then equal monthly payments on balance for Feb, March, and April 2026. Final payment due 4/15/26. You pay extra or pay in full at anytime before 4/15/26 Pricing: $2895 per diver double occupancy $2495 per non-diver double occupancy $3530 per single diver Final Payment Due: April 15, 2026 Package Includes 7 Nights at Cayman Brac Beach Resort – Beach View Rooms Wi-Fi throughout the resort All Meals Included – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily Themed Nightly Dinners and special events Dietary Restrictions accommodated (please inform us in advance) Rum Punch & Manager’s Welcome Reception Airport Ground Transfers Hotel Taxes & Service Fees 5 Days of 3-Tank Boat Dives & 1 day of 2 tank dives (17 total dives) Nitrox for all dives Valet-Style Diving with Reef Divers Group T-Shirt Free Use of Dive Computer at Resort Complimentary Coffee, Tea, Juice & Milk with Meals 21-Drink Package – Includes single-serve beers, wine by the glass, menu cocktails (margaritas, piña coladas, etc.), well drinks, smoothies, and non-alcoholic drinks Free Use of Rental Bikes Not Included Airfare Gratuities Personal Purchases Purchases at Tipsy Turtle Bar Fine Dining at Island Prime Steak & Seafood (Guests receive a 25% discount)

Join us for a trip of a lifetime! Daily Itinerary for Divers and non-divers Plus Safari to see the big 5! As of 2/5/26 We have 10 spots left. This trip is open to for anyone that wants to experience South Africa. You do not need to be a diver to join us. Please look at the daily itineraries to see activities. If you plan on diving with us please note that you will need to have your Advanced Diving Certificate. The diving is advanced due to depth and currents. If you are not an advanced diver at this time and want to work towards your advanced certification and get the experience you need, please stop in our shop. For more information, including a detail daily itinerary and to register on our website, please use the following link below. Deposit $1500 and the following month start making equal monthly payments until paid off April 2027 Double Occupancy Diver: $5100, Single Occupancy Diver: $5650, Double Occupancy Non-Diver $4825, Single Occupancy Non-Diver $5360

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 a minimum age of 8 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! You will need to purchase Fins, Mask, and Snorkel. Suggested additional gear mesh bag to carry gear, snorkel vest, whistle, and SMB safety device.

Join us for a customer favorite just 4 hours from our shop as we dive the Graveyard of the Atlantic off of the Outrageous V with Discovery Dive Center. Diving off of Morehead is unique in the fact that you dive in warm tropical waters with an abundant of marine life off of North Carolina! The Gulf Stream comes within a few miles of the North Carolina shore bringing divers conditions unlike anywhere else from Maine to Florida. Accommodations are at the new Compass Hotel by Margaritaville, which is located next to the dive shop. The hotel features a pool, the 5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, parking, fitness center, Hot Breakfast. The hotel is pet-friendly and a Marina is coming soon. Spaces available per weekend are listed after dates of trip. 6/18-21, 2026 17 These trips fill fast so register today! Not included: * Transportation * Dive Gear / weights/tanks * Meals * Gratuities *$15 a day Valet Parking *Incidentals at hotel Included: 3 nights at Compass Hotel by Margaritaville 6/18,19, 20, 2026 3 days of 2 tank diving 6/19,20, 21, 2026 SPOTS ARE LIMITED - Book Early!! REQUIRED EQUIPMENT/ ITEMS * Advanced Open Water certification or student( you can get your boat, wreck, and deep SSI certifications on during a 3 day weekend trip, call the shop to for more details). * NITROX Certification * All basic dive gear including weights and tanks * Wetsuit (5mm recommended, hood not needed) * Gloves * Dive Safety Equipment (Whistle, SMB, reel or spool) * Lights and cameras are highly recommended We do rent 100Steels with Nitrox for $25 a tank and we handle transporting. We also rent BCDs, Wetsuits, Computers, Regulators, weights. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This is an ADVANCED trip. Some of the dive sites may have mild to moderate current. Divers should have experience with diving off of boats and be prepared for current. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied on the dives by a parent or legal guardian. If you are not a student with an instructor, you MUST have a dive buddy as we DO NOT assign dive buddies. Please remember all trip payments are committed to the trip, and therefore, are non-refundable. We strongly encourage trip insurance.* Prices: Diver Double occupancy $995 Single Occupancy Diver $1345 Diver, no hotel: $695 6 Steel Tanks-we Haul $150.00

Join us for a customer favorite just 4 hours from our shop as we dive the Graveyard of the Atlantic off of the Outrageous V with Discovery Dive Center. Diving off of Morehead is unique in the fact that you dive in warm tropical waters with an abundant of marine life off of North Carolina! The Gulf Stream comes within a few miles of the North Carolina shore bringing divers conditions unlike anywhere else from Maine to Florida. Accommodations are at the new Compass Hotel by Margaritaville, which is located next to the dive shop. The hotel features a pool, the 5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, parking, fitness center, Hot Breakfast. The hotel is pet-friendly and a Marina is coming soon. Spaces available per weekend are listed after dates of trip. 9/10-13, 2026 17 These trips fill fast so register today! Not included: * Transportation * Dive Gear / weights/tanks * Meals * Gratuities *$15 a day Valet Parking *Incidentals at hotel Included: 3 nights at Compass Hotel by Margaritaville 9/10,11,12, 2026 3 days of 2 tank diving 9/11,12,13, 2026 SPOTS ARE LIMITED - Book Early!! REQUIRED EQUIPMENT/ ITEMS * Advanced Open Water certification or student( you can get your boat, wreck, and deep SSI certifications on during a 3 day weekend trip, call the shop to for more details). * NITROX Certification * All basic dive gear including weights and tanks * Wetsuit (5mm recommended, hood not needed) * Gloves * Dive Safety Equipment (Whistle, SMB, reel or spool) * Lights and cameras are highly recommended We do rent 100Steels with Nitrox for $25 a tank and we handle transporting. We also rent BCDs, Wetsuits, Computers, Regulators, weights. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This is an ADVANCED trip. Some of the dive sites may have mild to moderate current. Divers should have experience with diving off of boats and be prepared for current. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied on the dives by a parent or legal guardian. If you are not a student with an instructor, you MUST have a dive buddy as we DO NOT assign dive buddies. Please remember all trip payments are committed to the trip, and therefore, are non-refundable. We strongly encourage trip insurance.* Prices: Diver Double occupancy $995 Single Occupancy Diver $1345 Diver, no hotel: $695 6 steel Nitrox Steel Tanks $150

Join us for a customer favorite just 4 hours from our shop as we dive the Graveyard of the Atlantic off of the Outrageous V with Discovery Dive Center. Diving off of Morehead is unique in the fact that you dive in warm tropical waters with an abundant of marine life off of North Carolina! The Gulf Stream comes within a few miles of the North Carolina shore bringing divers conditions unlike anywhere else from Maine to Florida. Accommodations are at the new Compass Hotel by Margaritaville, which is located next to the dive shop. The hotel features a pool, the 5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, parking, fitness center, Hot Breakfast. The hotel is pet-friendly and a Marina is coming soon. Spaces available per weekend are listed after dates of trip. 10/22-25, 2026 17 These trips fill fast so register today! Not included: * Transportation * Dive Gear / weights/tanks * Meals * Gratuities *$15 a day Valet Parking *Incidentals Included: 3 nights at Compass Hotel by Margaritaville 10/22,23,24, 2026 3 days of 2 tank diving 10/23, 24, 25, 2026 SPOTS ARE LIMITED - Book Early!! REQUIRED EQUIPMENT/ ITEMS * Advanced Open Water certification or student( you can get your boat, wreck, and deep SSI certifications on during a 3 day weekend trip, call the shop to for more details). * NITROX Certification * All basic dive gear including weights and tanks * Wetsuit (5mm recommended, hood not needed) * Gloves * Dive Safety Equipment (Whistle, SMB, reel or spool) * Lights and cameras are highly recommended We do rent 100Steels with Nitrox for $25 a tank and we handle transporting. We also rent BCDs, Wetsuits, Computers, Regulators, weights. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This is an ADVANCED trip. Some of the dive sites may have mild to moderate current. Divers should have experience with diving off of boats and be prepared for current. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied on the dives by a parent or legal guardian. If you are not a student with an instructor, you MUST have a dive buddy as we DO NOT assign dive buddies. Please remember all trip payments are committed to the trip, and therefore, are non-refundable. We strongly encourage trip insurance.* Prices: Diver Double occupancy $995 Single Occupancy Diver $1345 Diver, no hotel: $695 6 Steel Nitrox Tanks-we haul $150