Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Scuba Diving Center in Brandon, FL
Since 1984, Woods & Water Outdoor Sports Center has been a trusted provider of scuba diving instruction, equipment, and adventure experiences in the Tampa Bay area. Our team of certified professionals, including an SSI Platinum Pro Instructor Trainer, delivers comprehensive training programs for beginners to aspiring instructors. We combine decades of expertise with a passion for underwater exploration, offering equipment sales/rentals, guided dive trips, and same-day service.As a family-owned business, we prioritize personalized customer care while supporting local scouting programs through official uniform and supply distribution. Our commitment to safety, education, and community engagement has made us a regional leader in outdoor sports for nearly 50 years.
Services
Scuba Diving Lessons
Scuba Equipment Sales
Dive Trips
Scout Supplies
Equipment Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Serving Tampa Bay since 1984 with scuba expertise
- SSI Platinum Pro Instructor Trainer on staff
- Same-day service for equipment needs
- Interest-free financing available
- Family-owned with 50 years combined diving experience
Associations and certifications
- Scuba Schools International (SSI)
What people say
Best dive shop in town
Great place to learn
Quality products
Good prices
Enjoyable experience
Services
Scuba Diving Lessons
We offer comprehensive scuba certification programs from beginner to professional levels. Our SSI-certified instructors provide hands-on training in pool and open water environments. Students gain essential skills for safe underwater exploration with personalized instruction tailored to individual learning paces.
Scuba Equipment Sales
Our full-service dive shop sells top-brand scuba equipment with expert fitting assistance. We stock regulators, wetsuits, dive computers, and accessories for recreational and technical diving. All sales include professional advice to ensure proper equipment selection for your diving needs and experience level.
Dive Trips
We organize guided dive excursions to premier locations ranging from local Florida waters to international destinations. Our packages include travel logistics, equipment transport, and expert dive supervision for both day trips and extended dive vacations.
Scout Supplies
We supply official uniforms, badges, and materials for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts. Our inventory includes complete kits for all advancement levels plus specialized items for Pinewood Derby and scouting events.
Equipment Rentals
We provide well-maintained scuba equipment rentals for certified divers. Available items include complete dive systems, underwater cameras, and specialty gear. All rentals receive pre-use inspections and include basic usage instructions for safety compliance.
People
Ed Ciesla
Owner and Lead Instructor
Certified scuba instructor since 1982 with 6,400+ dives and 2,500+ certified divers. SSI Instructor Trainer and HSA-certified adaptive diving specialist. Active Dive Pirates Foundation trainer and scouting program supporter.
Questions
What scuba certification levels do you offer?
We provide SSI certifications from Open Water Diver to Instructor levels, including specialty courses and continuing education programs for experienced divers.
Do you sell official Boy and Girl Scout supplies?
Yes, we carry complete uniform sets, advancement materials, and event supplies for all scouting levels from Cub Scouts to Ambassadors.
Are dive trips available for non-certified divers?
Our introductory Discover Scuba programs allow non-certified divers to experience guided dives under instructor supervision in controlled environments.
What financing options are available?
We offer interest-free financing for equipment purchases and training programs to qualified applicants through our partnership with SSI.
How long has your business been operating?
We've served Tampa Bay divers and scouting families since 1984, celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2024 with continued commitment to excellence.
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