Business Details
Scuba Diving Courses and Gear Rentals in Riverhead, NY
Hampton Dive Center has established itself as a premier destination for scuba diving education and underwater exploration. Our team of certified instructors delivers comprehensive training programs ranging from beginner courses to advanced technical diving certifications. We combine hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment to ensure divers develop both skill and confidence. Our commitment to ocean conservation is reflected in our responsible diving practices and community education initiatives. With decades of collective experience in dive instruction and marine safety, we maintain rigorous standards for equipment maintenance and diver preparedness. Our facility features state-of-the-art training pools and access to premier dive sites both locally and internationally.We specialize in creating personalized dive experiences that cater to individual skill levels and interests. Our service department provides expert equipment servicing for major brands, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Through our global dive expeditions, we offer unique opportunities to explore some of the world's most remarkable underwater ecosystems. Our dedication to continuous improvement is demonstrated through regular equipment upgrades and staff training programs. We maintain transparent communication with clients about course requirements, safety protocols, and environmental stewardship practices.
Services
Scuba Diving Courses
Gear Rentals
Dive Travel
Pool Training
Equipment Service
Highlights and features
- We offer PADI-certified courses from beginner to professional levels
- Our team maintains equipment for major brands in-house
- We provide access to premier dive locations worldwide
- Our instructors have decades of combined diving experience
- We maintain strict safety protocols for all training activities
What people say
Knowledgeable instructors
Quality equipment
Exciting dive locations
Professional training
Well-organized trips
Services
Scuba Diving Courses
Our comprehensive scuba certification programs range from beginner to professional levels. Courses include pool training, open water dives, and specialty certifications. Our PADI-certified instructors ensure students develop proper techniques and safety awareness through structured lessons and hands-on experience.
Gear Rentals
We offer high-quality scuba gear rentals for divers of all experience levels. Our inventory includes regulators, BCDs, wetsuits, and dive computers from leading manufacturers. All rental equipment undergoes regular maintenance and safety checks to ensure optimal performance and diver safety.
Dive Travel
Our guided dive trips explore premier locations worldwide including the Maldives, Curaao, and Truk Lagoon. Packages include transportation, accommodations, and access to renowned dive sites. We organize both local day trips and international expeditions for divers seeking unique underwater experiences.
Pool Training
Our facility features dedicated training pools for scuba skill development. Structured sessions cover fundamental techniques, equipment familiarization, and emergency procedures. Training follows standardized curricula with progressive skill assessments to ensure diver competence and confidence.
Equipment Service
Our service department provides professional maintenance for major scuba equipment brands. We offer annual inspections, regulator servicing, and repairs using genuine parts. Our technicians complete most service requests within one week while maintaining manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
Questions
What scuba certifications do you offer?
We offer PADI certifications from Open Water Diver to Rescue Diver levels, plus specialty courses like Adventure Diver, Advanced Open Water, and Tech Diving programs.
Can I rent scuba gear without taking lessons?
Yes, we rent complete scuba systems and individual components to certified divers. Rental equipment includes regulators, BCDs, wetsuits, and dive computers from major brands.
Do you organize international dive trips?
Yes, we offer guided expeditions to premier locations including the Maldives, Curaçao, Catalina Island, and St. Eustasius with customized packages for different experience levels.
How often should scuba gear be serviced?
Regulators require annual servicing. We recommend professional maintenance for all scuba equipment every 12-18 months or after 100 dives, whichever comes first.
What pool training schedule options exist?
We offer weekend training sessions monthly, with consecutive day formats requiring full program commitment. Private scheduling options are available for groups of four or more.
What happens if I need to cancel a course?
Courses canceled more than 48 hours in advance receive store credit. Cancellations within 48 hours incur a $50 rescheduling fee with no refunds available.
Reviews (7)
Lori Ann K.
Oct 07, 2021
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I went out for a guided dive with George today at Old Ponquogue Bridge, and he did a terrific job! I'd heard one good navigation technique was to run a wreck reel from the old bridge if you intend to also swim in the direction of the new bridge. I had no experience running a reel, so George brought his, showed me how to tie it off to a piling or rock, and let me practice several times so that I understood how to do it properly. He also went out of his way to point out little critters. There were butterflyfish that had ventured north from tropical waters, a fluke, beautiful red and green algaes
Gregory Valeo
Nov 28, 2020
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I went on a dive trip with hampton dive center . Just got there today the trip is from September 9-14 when I got down here the diventer that is doing the charter said I won't be able too dive because I don't have enough dives .after driving 2 days 2 n.c the trip coast 1000 not too mention the money I lost from taking off of work and the money that it coast too drive down here for nothing
Benjamin Meadows
Aug 19, 2019
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I recently got my Open Water Certification with Hampton Dive Center, and it was a truly eye opening, and professional experience. I knew nothing of diving other than what I have heard from others' experiences. My instructor Julie, was the best of the best. From taking her time to explain things, and giving simple tricks to remember everything important, along with getting me setup with the proper gear, along with thorough explanations. of their functionality. I am looking forward to the diving experiences that are waiting in the future. Thanks again Julie, and Hampton Dive Center!
Erick Micheletti
Dec 28, 2017
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Great place very knowledgable staff and all the equipment you could need in one place. Randy helped with the purchase of all of our new equipment and getting certified as well as Jason in the pool. you made our first dive vacation great. better prices then online i will be continuing my certifications with you very soon. thank you for everything.
Maureen Gallagher
Nov 17, 2017
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After going to the dive shop just to pick up a small part for a piece of equipment, my husband and I were so impressed with Ditte, Randy and the other employees that we decided to purchase all of my dive equipment from them. This included the BCD, regulator, fins, dive computer and ankle weights. Ditte helped me choose equipment that fit me perfectly and met my needs. Their equipment is top notch and their staff are very knowledgeable. She also had me return for a pool session so that she could demonstrate all the features of the equipment and help me find the proper amount and distribution of
Kelsie C.
Aug 29, 2017
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The Hampton Dive Center was the perfect spot to do my open water dives. Our instructors were great and the Hampton Springs facility was a solid training area (and warmer and more convenient than Dutch Springs, PA). We lucked out with perfect weather and pretty good visibility. After completing the course, I feel very confident about future dives.
Julie was so responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. There aren't many options to finish SCUBA certification in the area, but this was hands down the best experience.
Julie was so responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. There aren't many options to finish SCUBA certification in the area, but this was hands down the best experience.
Kate Conquest
Jan 30, 2017
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I was eager to finally take my PADI certification course and called a few different places to find out pricing and schedules. The overwhelming welcome I felt just through my first phone call to Hampton Dive Center was a strong indication that I needed to come here. Julie, handled my transition from the website and instructed me on how to handle the elearning process where I would be taking my self paced PADI course. She pointed out some nuances that even though I am a techie would have been very annoying if I hadn't been told. Once I finished the course (and I received a few phone calls from the
