Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Scuba Diving Partner in Bountiful, Utah
The Dive Shop has been Utah's premier scuba diving training center since 1989, offering comprehensive instruction from beginner to professional levels. Our experienced instructors prioritize safety, quality, and self-reliance while teaching divers to master dive principles rather than just obtain certification. As a full-service facility, we provide equipment sales and repairs, discounted travel packages to premier dive destinations, and personalized training programs tailored to individual learning paces. With over 30 years of combined experience, owners Bob Stell and Mac Garrabrants maintain a 'quality over quantity' approach to diving education.Our central Bountiful location houses top-tier training facilities and a curated selection of dive equipment from leading manufacturers. We guarantee unmatched value through our all-inclusive pricing structure and commitment to customer success. Our 5-Star Rating with Scuba Diving International reflects our industry leadership and dedication to advancing the sport while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Services
Scuba Certification
Equipment Sales
Dive Travel
Underwater Photography
Equipment Repair
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer all-inclusive scuba certification courses starting at $350
- Our instructors have over 75 combined years of diving experience
- We provide personalized training focused on mastering dive principles
- We maintain a 5-Star Rating with Scuba Diving International
- We offer full-service solutions including training, equipment, and travel
Associations and certifications
- Scuba Diving International
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Flexible schedule
Great instructors
Quality training
Amazing crew
Services
Scuba Certification
Our scuba certification courses teach essential diving skills through classroom instruction, pool training, and open water dives. Certified instructors guide students through safety protocols, equipment use, and underwater navigation. All courses include necessary materials and guarantee personalized attention to ensure complete understanding of diving principles.
Equipment Sales
We offer premium scuba equipment from leading brands including regulators, BCDs, dive computers, and underwater cameras. Our knowledgeable staff helps customers select appropriate gear for their diving needs. We provide expert advice on equipment maintenance and offer repair services to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Dive Travel
Our dive travel packages provide access to premier destinations like Fiji, Maldives, and Catalina Island at discounted rates. We organize group trips with all-inclusive pricing covering airfare, accommodations, and dive operations. Custom travel arrangements are available for private groups seeking unique underwater experiences worldwide.
Underwater Photography
We offer underwater photography courses and equipment rentals for divers seeking to capture marine life images. Training covers camera operation, lighting techniques, and composition principles. Our gear selection includes GoPro systems, Ikelite housings, and specialized dive camera packages for all skill levels.
Equipment Repair
Our certified technicians provide maintenance and repairs for all scuba equipment brands. Services include regulator overhauls, BCD repairs, and dive computer servicing. We use manufacturer-approved parts and procedures to ensure equipment reliability and safety for both recreational and technical divers.
People
Bob Stell
Owner
With over 35 years of diving experience, Bob Stell co-founded The Dive Shop in 1989. He specializes in technical diving instruction and equipment maintenance, bringing extensive knowledge of underwater safety protocols and dive operations to the business.
Mac Garrabrants
Owner
Mac Garrabrants has been teaching scuba diving since 1985 and co-owns The Dive Shop with Bob Stell. His expertise includes dive travel logistics, equipment selection, and advanced diver training programs that emphasize environmental awareness and conservation practices.
Questions
What scuba certification levels do you offer?
We provide Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Divemaster, and specialty certifications for all experience levels.
Do you offer equipment rentals?
Yes, we rent regulators, BCDs, wetsuits, and complete dive kits at competitive rates for certified divers.
Are travel packages all-inclusive?
Our dive travel packages include airfare, accommodations, and dive operations at destination-specific pricing.
What photography gear do you recommend?
We recommend GoPro systems for beginners and Ikelite housings for advanced photographers needing professional results.
How long does certification take?
Open Water certification typically takes 4-6 weeks with flexible scheduling options available.
Do you service all equipment brands?
Yes, our technicians service all major scuba equipment brands using manufacturer-approved replacement parts.
Reviews (6)
Tanner B.
Jan 26, 2022
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I was going to the Maldives and planned to do a dive or 2 and I just figured why not go in to a dive shop and ask a few questions. Mac was so helpful and I will probably go through him to book my next trip after talking for awhile. Just walk in say hi and become scuba family! Amazing!
Shauna S.
Sep 28, 2019
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I bought my fins at The Dive Shop just before a recent trip to Florida. The first time I went in for their month long anniversary discount sale. I talked to Bob for a little while and he said I should come back with my boots so I could try the fins and get the correct size. He wasn't pushy at all and he was very friendly. They gave me a couple of peaches on way out. I returned a week or two later with my boots. Mac was at the store helping a couple with a purchase which was fine. I looked around for a bit and chatted with the other customers while they were at the register. Mac was super nice
Parker N.
Jul 11, 2019
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Down to earth and best value around. They WILL go out of there way to help. With a dive trip quickly approaching, they added a class so I could certify. Jessica was an awesome teacher. Cameron did a phenomenal job to fully explain and educate. I've compared my training to others and I learned more information and skills then anyone else. Plus it was the cheapest class in northern Utah and included gear rental.
Derrek goes out of his way to keep diving alive in Utah. Setting up monthly meetups and dives. I'm extremely excited for the Annual Bear Lake Treasure Hunt this weekend. The Dive
Derrek goes out of his way to keep diving alive in Utah. Setting up monthly meetups and dives. I'm extremely excited for the Annual Bear Lake Treasure Hunt this weekend. The Dive
Wally E.
Jun 08, 2019
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Arrived at the dive shop and the parking lot was full... thought this was a good sign. Walked in and I observed what I assumed was 2 customers and 1 employee based on the conversation I overheard about the purchase of an exposure suit that needed to be ordered. I walked around a bit to check out the store as I didn't want to interrupt the other customer. After a couple minutes, the customer left and the employee immediately disappeared into a back room without a single word. I wandered around for a few more minutes with the expectation that someone would come back out... nadda! I was never
Colton G.
Dec 29, 2016
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The 1-star reviews are biased and misleading. I loved my dive certification course through The Dive Shop and would recommend it to all. The courses (mine taught by Mac, one of the owners) were great and they were very flexible with my schedule. When I had a conflict with their planned open water dive and had to get certified that month, they made accommodations to schedule another open water dive for me. They teach more about dive computers than other places and they really want you to KNOW the principles rather than just get the dive card. The shop is small and definitely has the "mom and
Salinda N.
Sep 19, 2015
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A few years ago I took my certification class back in college in southern Utah. Diving has been one of my favorite things to do ever since. When I got married, naturally I wanted to share the experience with my husband, so for his birthday I paid for the certification class through the dive shop in Bountiful. I was so excited to surprise him I also purchased a high end diving suit & some beginners gear to go with it - through the same place I got all my dive gear down south. His birthday came and he was just as excited as I would had hoped. We immediately jumped online and chose a date
