Texas Dive Center

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Your Trusted Scuba Diving Partner in Houston

Texas Dive Center is Houston's premier full-service PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center, dedicated to delivering exceptional scuba diving experiences since our establishment. Our team includes industry-leading professionals with decades of combined experience, including Master Repair Technicians recognized across the SCUBA industry for their expertise in regulator and gear servicing. We specialize in comprehensive PADI training programs ranging from beginner courses like Discover Scuba to advanced professional certifications, complemented by specialized training through Emergency First Response and Divers Alert Network (DAN) programs. As one of fewer than 50 U.S. dive shops designated as a SCUBAPRO Platinum Dealer, we maintain the highest standards for equipment sales and maintenance while offering competitive pricing across all authorized brands. Our dive travel specialists organize unforgettable expeditions to premier locations like the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary aboard professionally operated charters, ensuring seamless planning from equipment needs to accommodation arrangements.

With dedicated service departments handling equipment repairs, rentals, and customization, we provide a one-stop solution for divers at every skill level. Our commitment to quality extends to educational initiatives that prepare divers for emergencies through DAN-certified first aid training, while our rental fleet accommodates both casual and professional divers with the latest technology from trusted manufacturers. Through strategic partnerships with leading equipment brands and charter services, we maintain our reputation as a trusted authority in the diving community, consistently delivering the highest quality service available in the industry.

Services

PADI Open Water Diver Equipment Repair Dive Travel Expeditions Emergency First Response Training SCUBAPRO Equipment Sales Dive Gear Rental Divers Alert Network Training Underwater Photography Courses Nitrox Certification Master Scuba Diver Training

Highlights and features

We offer PADI instructor training with over 30 years of diving experience
Our team includes Master Repair Technicians with 45+ years of industry expertise
We provide Flower Garden Banks expeditions aboard professionally operated charters
Our SCUBAPRO Platinum Dealer status ensures premium equipment standards
We match prices from authorized equipment dealers

Associations and certifications

SCUBAPRO Platinum Dealer

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Services

PADI Open Water Diver

Our PADI Open Water Diver course provides comprehensive training for first-time divers through classroom instruction, pool sessions, and open water dives. Certified instructors guide students through essential skills and safety protocols while emphasizing environmental awareness. This internationally recognized certification enables graduates to dive independently at dive sites worldwide.

Equipment Repair

Professional equipment servicing includes regulator overhauls, BCD inspections, and computer diagnostics performed by Master Repair Technicians with 45+ years of industry experience. We service all major brands using genuine replacement parts while maintaining manufacturer specifications. Our repair department provides thorough functionality checks and maintenance records for diver safety assurance.

Dive Travel Expeditions

Organized Flower Garden Banks expeditions aboard the M/V Fling include round-trip transportation, meals, and guided dives to explore marine life and coral formations. Trips range from weekend itineraries to specialized photography charters with equipment storage and Nitrox fills included. Our travel specialists assist with group bookings and provide destination recommendations based on diver experience levels.

Emergency First Response Training

EFR courses teach critical first aid and emergency response techniques for diving accidents through hands-on practice and scenario-based learning. Training covers CPR, AED use, and oxygen administration while meeting industry standards for diver safety. Certification programs include both individual and group instruction options with recognized credentials valid for two years.

SCUBAPRO Equipment Sales

As a SCUBAPRO Platinum Dealer, we offer premium regulators, BCDs, and dive computers with expert fitting and customization services. Our inventory includes complete dive systems for recreational and technical diving applications with price-matching guarantees. Customers receive manufacturer warranties and maintenance packages for all equipment purchases.

People

David Bullard

Master Repair Technician

Recognized industry expert with 45+ years of experience specializing in SCUBA equipment repair and maintenance for regulators and essential diving gear.

Questions

What PADI certification levels do you offer?

We offer all PADI levels from beginner courses like Open Water Diver to professional certifications including Master Scuba Diver Trainer.

Can I rent dive equipment without certification?

Yes, we offer equipment rentals for all divers with proper supervision and safety briefing.

Do you organize international dive trips?

While specializing in local Flower Garden Banks expeditions, we can arrange international dive vacations through our travel network.

Are Nitrox fills included in charter trips?

Nitrox fills are included for certified divers on all organized charter trips.

What equipment brands do you service?

We service all major SCUBA brands including SCUBAPRO, SeaLife, and Tovatec equipment.

Do you offer group discounts for training courses?

Group pricing options are available for dive training programs - contact us for specific details.

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Tom Brzezinski

Jun 02, 2021 Report

Diving Key Largo Florida May 2021
Thank you Texas Dive Center for the regulators and BCs! We can always depend on your shop for all our diving needs. It was nice to be able to bring the necessary equipment with us.

Big DaddyO

Aug 05, 2020 Report

5 star outfitter, outstanding customer service. It doesn't matter what brand you have they will service it or get it done for you. Rick and Dave go all out to insure your equipment is right. I'm a diver since 83 and live in the northwest so all my business with TDC is by mail but worth the extra day in the mail. Buy and service your gear here and be assured of quality and professionalism.

Jzhang J.

Mar 15, 2019 Report

Dishonest, incompetent, very nasty and creepy. I sent a photo of a sidemount kit available in the UK that I wanted them to build and asked for a quote.

Rick Fast, the manager, wrote back and tried to over charge me. He quoted me a price OVER $800 for the MK25/G260 (more than what it retails for), tried charging me for 8 hoses (4 of them were HP hoses--why would I ever need 4 HP hoses on this simple 2 reg kit?), he tried slipping in charges for 2 extra DIN plugs (even though the MK25 already comes with them so then I would end up with 4), and the most expensive compact gauges Scubapro sells

John N.

Oct 01, 2018 Report

Texas Dive Center is great! I waited until the "last minute" to decide to get PADI Open Water Certified before my family trip to Turks & Caicos this summer. I called Texas Dive Center and the staff helped me work out plan to do PADI's Online Training on my own time, and then utilize one of their instructors for private lessons to complete the requisite pool and open water dives on my schedule. Greg Myer was my instructor, and he was fantastic. It's also worth mentioning the store stocks a great selection of Scubapro gear. Greg helped me choose some basics - fins, mask