Scuba Diving School California – About Scuba Schools of America

Welcome to Scuba Schools of America & Swim—the landmark scuba diving school California trusts for rigorous training, modern facilities, and a true community vibe. Since the early days of recreational diving, we’ve helped thousands of students turn first breaths into lifelong skills while keeping safety, fun, and innovation at the core of every lesson.

Our Story: Decades of Underwater Education

Born from a handful of passionate ocean explorers, SSA grew into a full-service SSI dive shop renowned for progressive teaching methods and a schedule that never sleeps. Today, we host more than 2,700 active members in Club Aquarius, run four to six local boat trips a month, and lead nine international adventures each year.

State-of-the-Art Scuba Dive Facilities in Montclair

20,000 sq ft heated training pool—open for free practice sessions after class.

4,600 sq ft showroom stocked exclusively for scuba and freediving gear.

Only Oxygen-Enriched Air (SafeAir®) and Certified Pure Air stations in the Pomona/San Gabriel Valleys / Inland Empire.

Inland Empire’s sole Rebreather Instructor Program—dive silently, breathe smarter.

Two-way underwater communication system for safer training.

Custom integrated-weight systems and dry-suit diving for maximum comfort year-round.

Comprehensive SSI Dive-Center Programs

Level 1 Open Water (6 logged dives)

covers physiology, dive planning, and buoyancy using SafeAir®.

Level 2 Specialty Diver (12 logged dives)

choose from 30+ specialties such as Nitrox, Night, Deep, and Wreck.

Level 3 Advanced Open Water (24 logged dives)

application-based program that polishes navigation, deep, and wreck skills.

Technical XR & Rebreather

Poseidon and KISS units, deco theory, and trimix options.

Professional Track

SSI Divemaster through Instructor Trainer, plus "Business of Diving" and manufacturer repair clinics.

Scuba Rangers (ages 8-12)

and WINOS (Women In Need Of Scuba) clubs for specialized communities.

Swim Lessons & Aquatic Education

Year-round swim classes—from Baby & Me to Olympian—share the same heated pool and small ratios that make our dive courses famous. Expert coaches, convenient scheduling, and a fun, supportive atmosphere turn nervous beginners into confident swimmers.

Why Choose Our Dive Club California

Money-back guarantee on the Total Diving System* (see store for details).
More local activities than any shop in the Southwest—beach dives, boat charters, and pool tune-ups keep you active.
Hands-on gear demos, specialty clinics, and veteran-support events. 
A proven path from first bubble to dive professional—all under one roof.

Start Your Journey Today

Ready to explore reefs, wrecks, and the depths beyond? Visit our Montclair campus or call (909) 621-4171 to schedule a tour, meet our team, or enroll in your next course. Dive the SSA way—safe, skill-rich, and backed by the most active dive community in California.

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