Why walk when you can dive?
This past weekend, we splashed into the start of something big. Confined water training might take place in a pool, but the energy, excitement, and “I’m really doing this!” moments were anything but shallow. Our students crushed it—and now, they’re headed toward the deep(ish) blue of Lake Phoenix for their open water checkout dives.
🌊 What Went Down (Poolside Edition)
Confined water weekends with Dive With Frank aren’t just about ticking off skills—they’re where new divers are made. We worked on:
Mask clears without the panic
Regulator recoveries like pros
Neutral buoyancy that felt like floating in space
Somewhere between the bubbles and the belly laughs, these students started to become divers. You could see the shift—confidence blooming like a lionfish at sunrise.
🏕️ What’s Next: Lake Phoenix Checkout Dives!
Next weekend, we trade lane lines for lake lines and head down to Lake Phoenix, where the adventure truly begins.
What to expect:
Crystal-clear (well green) freshwater dives
Rock walls, sunken platforms, and maybe even the paddlefish of legend (or local myth… we’re still not sure)
The magic moment of hitting neutral buoyancy in open water for the first time
Camping, certification, and stories around the fire
This is where it all comes together. Skills meet scenery. Nerves turn into triumph. Divers are born.
✨ The Dive With Frank Difference
We don’t do cookie-cutter scuba. At DWF, you’re not just another student in a wetsuit. You’re part of a crew, a tribe, a growing community of people who’ve chosen to explore what most people never see.
Small groups
Big encouragement
Expert instruction with a splash of humor
And yes… snacks. Always snacks.
🤿 DMV Locals—This is for You!
Live in the DC, Maryland, or Virginia area? You’re right on the doorstep of adventure. We keep our training local, our weekends fun, and our dive family strong.
📸 Stay Tuned for Slow-Mo Giant Strides and Photos
Keep an eye on our socials for:
📽️ Epic slow-motion giant strides
📸 More poolside photos
🎉 Lake Phoenix highlights
We’ve got bubbles, backrolls, and plenty of neoprene-fueled excitement headed your way.
🔗 Want to Join the Next Class?
Click here to sign up or shoot me a message. We’ve got spots opening up and I’d love to see you underwater next.
Let’s do some diving! 🤿