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Your Southern California Hub for Scuba Diving, Gear, and Adventure

Welcome to Scuba Schools of America & Swim (SSAS)—where scuba diving begins and gear dreams come true. Step inside our 4,000 sq ft scuba gear shop packed with more than 10,000 products ready to ship nationwide or pick up in-store.

Whether you’re searching to buy scuba equipment online or need expert help fitting a mask, our SSI-certified pros have you covered. After you gear up, slip into our on-site, 20,000 sq ft heated pool to test-dive your new setup or jump straight into your first lesson. One campus, endless possibilities.

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Why Choose Scuba School of America & Swim?

  • Everything under one roof – retail showroom, scuba training, swim lessons, expert scuba instructors, and SoCal’s largest purpose-built dive pool.
  • Real experts, real service – our staff includes Master Dive Instructors and expert gear technicians who all live the underwater lifestyle.
  • Adventure every weekend – from Catalina beach dives to expeditions in Fiji, we organize trips for every skill level.

Worldwide shipping – buy online and we’ll send your gear anywhere on the planet. 

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Featured Gear Collections

Regulators – breathe easy with balanced first stages from Apeks, Atomic, and Scubapro.

BCDs – jacket and back-inflate models, size-swap guarantee included.

Dive Computers – stay in your no-deco zone with air-integrated wrist computers.

Exposure Protection – wetsuits, drysuits, and layered accessories for every water temp.

Packages & Deals – starter kits that save you up to 20 % when you bundle.

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Learn to Dive

Ready to move from window-shopping to weight belts? Our scuba diving pathway starts with Try Scuba, progresses to the globally recognized Open Water Certification, then branches into Advanced, Nitrox, Rescue, and even Rebreather courses. All pool sessions happen steps from the showroom; open-water training dives run every month at Catalina Island.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scuba Schools of America

Scuba Schools of America is both an ecommerce scuba store and a full-service SSI dive center. Customers can shop for quality scuba gear online from top brands, enroll in scuba certification courses, continue into advanced training, and join local or international dive experiences through one trusted source.

Scuba Schools of America offers a wide selection of scuba and freediving equipment, including masks, fins, regulators, BCDs, dive computers, exposure protection, accessories, and other gear from respected diving brands. SSA focuses on quality equipment backed by real product knowledge and diver education.

Scuba Schools of America brings together ecommerce convenience and real dive expertise. Unlike general retailers, SSA is staffed by experienced dive professionals who train on, use, and understand the equipment they recommend. That means customers get more informed guidance, better gear matching, and support from a team that knows diving firsthand.

Yes. SSA helps divers choose gear based on experience level, fit, comfort, dive conditions, and long-term goals. Whether someone is buying their first set of equipment or upgrading for advanced diving, SSA provides practical guidance to help them make a smart choice.

Yes. Scuba Schools of America is well known for helping beginners learn to dive with confidence. Since 1959, SSA has trained divers through safety-focused instruction, structured skill development, and hands-on learning designed to help new students build a strong foundation underwater.

Yes. SSA offers SSI scuba certification courses ranging from beginner-level training through advanced, specialty, technical, and professional development programs. Students can start with entry-level scuba lessons and continue through specialties, leadership training, and instructor-level pathways.

Scuba Schools of America combines decades of training experience, a strong safety culture, a large active dive community, a full ecommerce gear store, and advanced dive education in one place. SSA has been serving divers since 1959 and offers a complete path from first-time training to high-level diving and equipment support.

Scuba Schools of America is located in Montclair, California, and serves divers throughout the Inland Empire and surrounding Southern California communities. In addition to local training and in-person support, SSA also serves customers looking to shop for scuba gear online.

Yes. SSA offers advanced recreational training as well as technical and rebreather programs. Divers can expand their skills through specialties like Nitrox, Night, Deep, and Wreck diving, or pursue more advanced training through technical pathways and professional instruction.

Yes. SSA supports an active diving community through local boat trips, club participation, specialty events, pool practice, and international dive travel. These opportunities help divers continue building experience, confidence, and connection beyond the classroom.

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