The Dive Academy Inc

Dean and his wife are great. This was proven true on Friday night when there was a standing room only crowd at there annual Christmas toy drive

New to this area scouting out dive centers and I like what I heard and saw here. I asked a lot of questions and they know their stuff.

Every visit to the shop is lovely. My multitude of questions are always answered and often expanded upon beyond what I expected. Dean is a wealth of knowledge and very willing to help figure out any problem you may have.

Highly recommend!

The kids and I recently completed the Open Water Diver program with Dive Academy. The professionalism that Dean, Paula, James and other members of the team demonstrated at every step of our education was only matched by the sheer love they have for diving. This isn’t just a dive shop - it’s a community of enthusiasts whose sole purpose is to nurture that same passion in every student and customer that walks through their door. If you are looking to learn to dive, this professional group of humble and fun divers should be at the top of your list.

Very friendly yet professional. Great service. Went above and beyond on my regulator service. Dean seems like he’s genuinely interested in helping and doing what’s best. Extremely knowledgeable as well.

I will be back.

I have had the most incredible experiences at The Dive Academy in Oakville! This place came highly recommended just at the start of the pandemic by a friend's son who was doing their commercial Diving course at Seneca, and I am beyond grateful for the referral. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism that made me feel like I was part of their diving family. The pandemic and other life commitments had be out of the water till our honeymoon in 2023.but when when the bug struck back I walked back into Dive Academy and it was like I had never left.

Dean's personal service and the attention to detail that I received at The Dive Academy were unparalleled. The staff and fellow divers genuinely care about their students' progress and well-being. They took the time to understand my goals and tailor the a progression to suit my needs. It was evident that they are passionate about diving and are dedicated to sharing their knowledge with others.

What truly stood out to me was the friendly and supportive environment that The Dive Academy cultivates. I felt comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance, knowing that I was met with patience and encouragement. Whether I was in a classroom session or underwater, Dean made sure I was at ease, which significantly boosted my confidence as I progressed through my Drysuit and EAN training.

The range of training options they offer is impressive, catering to divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver looking to advance your skills, The Dive Academy has something for everyone.

In conclusion, I can't thank The Dive Academy enough for the outstanding experience I had. If you're considering diving lessons, this is the place to go. The personal service, attention to detail, and friendly environment are unmatched. My confidence as a diver has soared, and I owe it all to the wonderful team at The Dive Academy. Five well-deserved stars!

I’ve come here to get my gear serviced since 2018 after coming back to Ontario as a warm water diver. Dean was friendly from the moment I walked in and talked about Tobermory trips and overseas dive trips… fast forward a few years and I bring my boyfriend to get certified here which turned out to be the best decision! He was so nervous and after training with these guys he’s confident, prepared, and all geared up to dive. These guys are just the best, we always make the trip to Oakville for our diving needs.

Stopped in before an upcoming dive to Caymans. As always they were friendly, knowledgeable about the gear my son was buying, talked about some awesome places to dive while on my trip. Thanks for being awesome!

I found Dean and the Dive Academy 5 years ago (I know this because my tank hydro tests are about to expire)
Dean was recommended as one of the select few who were qualified to service my newly acquired Poseidon regulator set-ups. Dean worked with me to bring my equipment up to snuff and get me blowing bubbles as quickly as possible.
Over those 5 years I’ve continued to service, change and even upgrade my equipment through the Dive Academy. Always there with helpful suggestions and never overselling Dean seems as happy to take about the options as sell them. It might take a call or two to get an answer or a follow-up email but I quickly learned it’s because he and his small but dedicated team want to give everyone the personalized service they deserve - that sometimes takes time!
Thank you.

I had an incredibly positive experience walking in for snorkeling equipment and something simple as that was made a good and informative time thanks to an employee who’s name I fail to ask, he offered advice on equipment to take care and maintain it, it was incredibly useful and may have introduced me to the world of diving and more, I will be returning very soon for more equipment

I was introduced to The Dive Academy through a friend, and Dean (the owner) welcomed me into the dive family with open arms, even though I did my training elsewhere! He is an absolute wealth of knowledge, and is very kind and welcoming, whether he's known you for ages or just met you. The shop has a very strong emphasis on safety and continuing education. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Dive Academy for any dive training or gear you might need!

If you are lucky enough to visit The Dive Academy you will find a close knit community of like minded people lead by Dean and Paula who share their love of the sport and their knowledge without reservation. Put your trust in them and they will treat you like family. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

Dean and the entire Dive Academy family are amazing! I was introduced to this dive shop in 2016 when my wife surprised my son and me with an enrollment in their OWD Certification course. After visiting different dive shops, she chose The Dive Academy because of Dean’s amazing personality, sense of humour and passion for diving. We experienced this first-hand when completing the classroom instruction and confined water training under the guidance of Dean and his experienced instructors. He was then kind enough to arrange our Open Water Checkout Dives in the warmer waters at Sunset House in Grand Cayman, during a planned March Break holiday. He made the process seamless and the trip created so many great memories that my son and I return to Grand Cayman yearly for dive vacations. Thanks to Dean and your team for continuing to be so welcoming and so knowledgeable on everything from equipment to diving destinations, and for inspiring us to be better divers. You are the best!

An amazing community of divers, everyone is so nice and friendly. The perfect spot to get your scuba diving certification, went here for my certification and I’ve been stuck here ever since:)

I visited Dive Academy after not being thrilled with the treatment at my previous dive shops. Dean treated me like a long lost relative. Explaining his policy on regulator servicing not just for the day but for a year whenever and wherever I use them. My computer broke and he helped me pick a new one and sat me down to explain it and set it up with me! I had a bad dive and he reassured me that everyone does and to keep going. I always feel welcomed and seen in the shop. I look forward to going and know that I’m going to be happy when I leave, especially after my equipment has been serviced by them. Oh and Paula is super friendly and great too.

We did the Into to Scuba Diving session and it was a great way to get a taste of the experience. The instructors are excellent and we highly recommend this Dive Academy as the place to go!

Wow, one phone call, and you know how professional, passionate, and experienced those guys are.

Exceptional experience with the crew at the Dive Academy, everyone is so nice to deal with and the scuba course was excellent.

The course Regulator Fundamentals Program is a must for anyone that wants to continue diving after getting Certified. It gives you the confidence to check your equipment (your own or rental) to ensure it will function on each dive you take or if it needs to be serviced professionally prior to any further use. Safety First and Foremost.

Paula, Dean and the whole crew are amazing. I've been diving with Dean for 10 years, taken a number of specialty certifications and can without any hesitation recomend the Dive Academy for any of your diving needs. In fact, I'm so pleased with the approach and focus on training, development and safety of the Dive Academy, they have trained my 3 kids as well.

I do all of my Advanced training at The Dive Academy as well as source all my gear from them. Such knowledgeable staff and thousands of dives of experience to draw from whether it is delivering training to a group of new divers to going into the effects of diving on the tissues of the body. Amazing experience every time I go in to the shop or message the staff via their web site.
Can not recommend them enough to anyone looking to expand their diving knowledge and experience the best the GTA (and abroad!) has to offer.

If you're looking for a dive shop.stop looking once you've checked out the Dive Academy. They will take the time to give you personal attention and recommendations based on your needs.not their's. Having just returned from a trip to Indonesia put on by them (and having used them for years as my go to for courses and gear servicing) I don't have a bad word to say about this shop.they are simply the best!

This is by far the best dive shop I've ever been to! My fiancé and I decided to get certified as an engagement present to each other so we can dive together on our honeymoon! We looked around at a lot of places and so many of them want to rush you through the program in a weekend and then send you out on your own. I'm so glad Paula and Dean don't do that! We were amazed that we could have unlimited pool sessions to make sure we were totally comfortable with all of our skills before going out in open water! Paula and Dean are experts in their field and incredible people to be around. We are learning so much and having tons of fun - best engagement present/honeymoon EVER! There is truly no better place than The Dive Academy!