Welcome to the heart of adventure at Arizona Dive Center! Our team is comprised of passionate individuals dedicated to exploring the depths of the underwater world and sharing our love for diving with you. From seasoned instructors to enthusiastic support staff, each member of our team brings a unique blend of expertise, professionalism, and enthusiasm to every dive experience. Get to know the faces behind the fins and discover why Arizona Dive Center is your premier destination for all things diving. Meet our exceptional team below.
Open Water Instructors
Name: Bob
Role: Open Water Scuba Instructor / Repair Technician
I'm Bob, and I’ve been a certified diver for over 33 years and have been a Dive Professional for over 22 years. I have been part of the Arizona Dive Center family since we were at our first store, Scuba Sciences, Inc. in the 90's. I have logged over 500 dives and looking foward to my next scuba adventure. I am very passionate about scuba diving and love to share my adventures with divers whether I am at Lake Pleasant, diving in the Kelp Forests of California or anywhere tropical!
As an Instructor, I hold certifications and can teach many specialties such as Try Scuba, Basic Diver, Scuba Diver, Indoor Diver, Open Water Diver, Scuba Skills Update, Advanced Wreck Diving, Computer Diving, Deep Diving, Dive Guide / Dive Master, Dry Suit Diving, Enriched Air Nitrox Level 1 (32%), Enriched Air Nitrox Level 2 (40%), Equipment Techniques, Perfect Buoyancy, Stress & Rescue, Wreck Diving and more!
Name: Matt
Role: Open Water Instructor / Dive Master Instructor
I'm a Dive Master Instructor with a lifelong passion for exploring the underwater world. My diving journey began at just 10 years old as a Scuba Ranger and I’ve been hooked ever since. For me, if the water's wet—I'm going diving!
I became a dive professional five years ago with one goal in mind: to help others discover the magic of diving and fall in love with it just like I did. Becoming an instructor was a natural next step, allowing me to teach, inspire, and share unforgettable underwater experiences with even more people. And hey—more students means more dive buddies! Whether you're just getting started or planning your next dive adventure, I’d love to be part of it. Let’s go diving together and make some waves!
Name: Mike
Role: Open Water Scuba Instructor / Specialty Instructor
Hi, I’m Mike, and I’ve been a certified diver for over 50 years and have been an Open Water Instructor for over 35 years. I have been part of the Arizona Dive Center family since we opened in 2023. I have logged over 5,000 dives and looking foward to my next scuba adventure. Whether I’m teaching new divers in the pool or exploring wrecks in Cozumel, I’m always excited to share my passion for scuba.
As an Instructor, I hold certifications and can teach many specialties such as Advanced Wreck Diving, Altitude Diving, Computer Diving, Deep Diving, Dive Guide, Dive Master, Enriched Air Nitrox Level 1 (32%), Enriched Air Nitrox Level 2 (40%), Night Diving and Limited Visibility, Perfect Buoyancy, Photo & Video, Science of Diving, Stress & Rescue, U/W communication, Waves, Tides and Currents, Wreck Diving, and selected Ecology courses.
Let’s go diving!
Name: Nick
Role: Open Water Scuba Instructor / Specialty Instructor
Open Water Scuba Instructor and a full-time EMT Firefighter. Whether he's saving lives on land or introducing students to the underwater world, Nick brings passion, focus, and calm under pressure to everything he does.
Name: Tina
Role: Open Water Scuba Instructor / Retail Specialist
Hello, I'm Tina and I’ve been a certified diver for over 30 years and have been an Open Water Instructor for over 28 years. I have been involved in the local Phoenix-area scuba diving industry since 1995. I worked at Scuba Sciences, Inc. for over 16 years and also worked with Scuba Professionals of Arizona for more than 9 years. I am proud to be part of the Arizona Dive Center family since we opened in 2023. I have logged over 3,200 dives and looking foward to exploring some new destinations for my scuba adventures. Whether I’m teaching new divers in the pool or working with Dive Professionals, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for scuba diving.
As an Instructor Trainer, I can teach many courses from Snorkeling to Open Water Diver, many specialty courses as well as training Dive Professionals (Dive Masters, Assistant Instructors and Instructor Candidates).
There’s nothing better than watching someone fall in love with diving. I’m here to help you take the plunge and discover what’s waiting beneath the surface!
Name: TonyTony has been a certified diver for more than 30 years and has been an Open Water Instructor for 5 years +. I have logged over 1,500 dives and looking foward to my next scuba adventure - Classified diving! The SSI Classified Diving program provides adaptive training for students with limited mobility and/or sensory disorders, allowing them to dive with one or more Classified Dive Buddies, or a Classified Dive Professional adventure. Whether I’m teaching new Open Water Divers in the pool or exploring the kelp beds of California, I am so excited to scuba dive!
As an Instructor, I hold certifications and can teach many specialties such as Try Scuba, Open Water Diver, Scuba Skills Update, Advanced Wreck Diving, Boat Diving, Deep Diving, Dive Guide / Dive Master, Enriched Air Nitrox Level 1 (32%), Enriched Air Nitrox Level 2 (40%), Night Diving and Limited Visibility, Perfect Buoyancy, Photo & Video, Science of Diving, Stress & Rescue, Wreck Diving, and selected Ecology courses. I also enjoy working with the Classified Diving program and teaching Dive Professionals in the Assistant Instructor program!
Assistant Instructors
Name: BradleyI am dedicated dive professional with over five years of experience exploring the underwater world. Passionate about all things diving, I have my sights set on tropical destinations like Indonesia and Cozumel—but I am ready to jump into any clear, warm water.
I am always looking to hone my skills in technical diving, rebreathers, and I would like to become an instructor in these specialized areas. Every dive is a chance to learn more, go deeper, and share the experience with others.
I have been diving since 2018 and became a dive professional in 2020. Whether it’s the chilly waters of California, the green depths of the lake, or the vibrant reefs of Mexico, I can find joy in every dive—no matter the conditions.
I am passionate about marine life and coral ecosystems, and I am currently working toward becoming an Open Water Instructor to help others fall in love with the underwater world. Always happy to share knowledge, I welcome anyone to ask questions or test my marine ID skills—just don’t be surprised when you learn something new!
Hi, I’m Jack. I’ve been diving for 53 years and have been a dive professional for the past 39. With over 6,500 dives under my belt, I’ve explored waters all over the world—and I still get excited every time I gear up.
I especially love diving anywhere warm and clear, where I can combine my two passions: diving and photography. Whether it’s capturing the perfect shot underwater or on land, I’m always chasing that next great image. Let’s go diving and make some memories—maybe even catch a few on camera!
Hi, I’m Jennifer! I’ve been diving for five years and have been a dive professional for the past two. I absolutely love warm water and tropical destinations—Cozumel and Indonesia are at the top of my list!
I’m especially drawn to shipwrecks, turtles, and honestly, all forms of sea life. Every dive is a new adventure, and I’m always eager to explore more. I’m currently working toward becoming an Open Water Instructor and hope to take the plunge into rebreather diving soon. Can’t wait to see where the next dive takes me!
Hi, I’m Kai! I’ve been diving for about 2.5 years and have been a dive pro for the past 2. I truly love diving anywhere—whether it's Lake "Not-So-Pleasant", Catalina, San Diego, or wherever the water takes me.
I'm all about underwater photography, hunting, exploration, and good old-fashioned sightseeing. One of my favorite critters? Nudibranchs—yep, I’m a total “Nudi” fan!
I’m always looking to grow as a diver and am especially interested in learning (and eventually teaching) self-reliant diving. If you're ever curious about marine life or just want to swap dive stories, come find me underwater!
Hi, I’m Ryan! I’ve been diving since 2024 and became a dive leader as soon as I possibly could. As a self-proclaimed scuba ninja, I’m always ready to jump into the next adventure—whether it’s the crystal-clear waters of Palau, the icy beauty of Iceland, or the vibrant reefs of Indonesia. If it’s got great diving, I’m there.
What draws me in is the underwater peace, stunning marine life, and the chance to explore the world one dive site at a time. I’m working toward becoming an Open Water Instructor and can’t wait to dive deeper into the world of technical diving and rebreathers. Let’s gear up and go explore together!
Hi, I’m Leslie! I’ve been diving since 2003 and became a dive leader that same year—I loved it that much from the start. Diving quickly became more than just a hobby for me; it’s a lifelong passion that’s taken me on some incredible adventures.
I’m always up for exploring new underwater worlds and would love to dive in the Galápagos, Raja Ampat, and the Red Sea in Egypt. Lionfish hunting, traveling, and discovering new dive sites are some of my favorite things. Right now, I’m working toward becoming an Open Water Instructor and expanding into freediving as well.
Let’s go explore together—there’s always something new to see beneath the surface!
Hi, I’m Tyler! I’ve been diving for 5 years and became a dive professional just two years into my journey. I really am a fish out of water on land.
I’m especially drawn to unique and challenging dives—exploring the U-352 submarine off the coast of North Carolina is high on my list, along with diving the rugged waters of the Northwest coast. I love the thrill of the hunt and spotting hard-to-find marine animals.
For me, diving is more than a hobby—it’s a way of life. I’m always excited to help others discover this wet and wild world, and I’d love to share the adventure with you!
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Hi, I’m Anne! I’ve been diving for 11 years, and it’s still just as magical as the first time I took the plunge. I love helping others experience the same underwater wonders that have inspired me for over a decade—and hopefully for many more years to come.
Tropical dive sites are my favorite escape, especially when Arizona’s heat kicks in! I’d love to join you on your next dive adventure and help make it unforgettable. Let’s go find some cool water and even cooler marine life!
Hi, I’m Kent! I’ve been diving for 11 years and absolutely love being in the water—especially when it comes to helping others with their gear and repair needs. I’m not afraid to tear down every piece of equipment, scrub out all the gunk that builds up in the places we dive, and put it all back together good as new.
Cold water? No problem—I stay warm and ready in my dry suit. If your gear needs some TLC or you just want to chat about diving, I’m here to help get you back in the water with confidence. Let me know how I can help put your diving back together again!
