Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Key West Scuba Diving Adventure
Captains Corner has been a trusted name in Key West's scuba diving community since 1985. As a PADI 5 Star Dive Center, we offer comprehensive scuba certifications ranging from beginner to professional levels, including Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and Dive Master programs. Our team of PADI-certified instructors and experienced boat crew prioritize personalized training in a tropical setting, combining classroom instruction with hands-on dives on renowned sites like the Vandenberg wreck and Florida's third-largest coral reef.Our custom dive boat, the Sea Eagle, features state-of-the-art amenities for comfort during daily reef, wreck, and night dives. With over three decades of operation, we maintain rigorous equipment standards and small class sizes to ensure safety and quality instruction for divers of all skill levels.
Services
Open Water Certification
Advanced Open Water Certification
Rescue Diver Certification
Dive Master Certification
Specialty Certifications
Daily Reef Dives
Daily Wreck Dives
Private Charters
Night Dives
Scuba Equipment Rental
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience operating Key West's only on-site training pool.
- Our PADI-certified instructors maintain strict equipment maintenance and disinfection protocols.
- We operate the Sea Eagle, a custom 46-foot dive boat with twin Cummins engines.
- We offer daily dives to National Marine Sanctuary-protected coral reefs and wrecks.
- Our small class sizes ensure personalized instruction starting every day of your visit.
Associations and certifications
- PADI 5 Star Dive Center
What people say
Professional instructors
Well-maintained equipment
World-class dive sites
Small class sizes
Knowledgeable crew
Services
Open Water Certification
Our PADI Open Water Certification program spans 3-4 days with academic training, pool sessions, and four guided boat dives. Certified instructors provide personalized instruction using e-learning options for pre-trip study. Graduates receive globally recognized certification for independent diving adventures.
Daily Reef Dives
Afternoon reef dives depart daily at 2 PM to Florida's protected coral barrier reef system. The 40-minute boat ride reaches depths of 10-40 feet with vibrant marine life. Two one-hour dives explore different reef locations within the National Marine Sanctuary's 110 coral species and 500+ tropical fish varieties.
Wreck Diving
Explore the USS Vandenberg, rated #1 wreck dive globally by Scuba Diving Magazine. This 510-foot missile tracking ship creates an artificial reef teeming with marine life. Our experienced dive masters guide certified divers through this bucket-list destination's unique underwater structures.
Private Charters
Tailored diving experiences available for groups seeking exclusive access to specific dive sites. The Sea Eagle accommodates special requests for night dives, photography expeditions, or advanced diver training with professional crew support throughout Key West's marine sanctuaries.
Discover Scuba Diving
One-day non-certification program for first-time divers featuring pool training followed by two guided reef dives. Participants experience scuba equipment operation under direct instructor supervision. Includes all necessary gear and safety briefings for a controlled introduction to underwater exploration.
People
Leslie
Owner
Leslie has owned and operated Captains Corner for 30 years, personally managing customer interactions and maintaining operational standards. She oversees daily operations from the Greene Street booth location, ensuring consistent quality across all diving programs and services.
Questions
What scuba certifications do you offer?
We provide full PADI certification programs from Open Water to Dive Master levels, including specialty courses and continuing education programs for professional divers.
What dive sites do you visit?
Our daily trips explore protected National Marine Sanctuary reefs and wrecks like the USS Vandenberg, with depths ranging 10-40 feet across Key West's coral barrier reef system.
What equipment should I bring?
We provide water, coolers, and rinse bins. Bring sunscreen, towels, swimsuits, and personal dive gear if preferred. All rental equipment undergoes regular maintenance and disinfection protocols.
What boat amenities are available?
The Sea Eagle features twin Cummins engines, shaded lounging areas, camera tables, rinse bins, fresh water showers, and marine head facilities for comfortable diving excursions.
Reviews (6)
Jorge Viso
Jan 30, 2022
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Friendly and very competent operation. Vandenburg dives are the feature. Great staff and divers. Dive with them every time Im in Cayo Hueso.
Tom Berna
Jan 29, 2022
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Totally awesome company here. They genuinely care that we have a great time. I did the refresher course because it had been a while since I have gone scuba done. I felt a lot more comfortable in the afternoon dive because of the course.
Dive boat was great. Professional captain & crew. Really good dive instructor / guides. Overall a good experience. I will be back. I recommend it.
Dive boat was great. Professional captain & crew. Really good dive instructor / guides. Overall a good experience. I will be back. I recommend it.
Laura Veal
Dec 30, 2021
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Can't speak to a diving experience, but not thrilled with their customer service....they called us this morning to let us know our 1 day resort course was cancelled due to winds. I get it....you can't control weather. But they made zero effort to reschedule us. "We are fully booked, you could try some other places but it is the week before Xmas." I know it is the week before Xmas...that's why I booked months in advance....and they pretty much cancelled Christmas for a 10 year old kid who had been talking about learning to scuba dive for months, so there's that.
Again, not mad about weather cancellation
Again, not mad about weather cancellation
Kate Allan
Dec 27, 2021
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Beautiful dives and great captain. Our instructor brought us the wrong sized equipment and didnt bring any backups, and was kind of patronizing and man-splaining. Also didnt seem to mention to our discover scuba person that they needed to stay close to us in case of emergencies. But when he did start floating to the surface, the instructor was very helpful in bringing them back down. Maybe its personal taste, but we didnt leave with the most pleasant taste in our mouths.
Patrick Sully Sullivan
Nov 01, 2021
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Super cool experience. Saw sharks and baracuda and so much more then I expected. Tommy was super chill and didnt seem like u was in a class. We did two dives and would reccommed this to anyone looking for something to so. They offer snorkeling or just hangout on the boat. Always remember to tip your guides. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did
Stephen G.
Oct 27, 2021
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One of the best dive centers in the Keys. I needed a refresher dive and the entire staff was pleasant, patient and friendly. The small group (4) of us was treated with respect and made us feel welcome. The two-tank open water dive was spectacular. Using their equipment I was at ease and enjoyed every minute of the dive. My 2nd open water dive was at the artificial reef called "USS Vandenburg". Stunning scenery and 1000s of fish made it special. The dive boat is modern and well-equipped. Skippers were friendly and outgoing and ensured everyone was safe and had a good time. We will
