Diving is not a checklist.
It is a skill. A mindset. A relationship with the water.
Whether you are brand new to scuba or have been diving for years, training is simply a way to become more comfortable, more confident, and more capable beneath the surface.
You do not need to take a class.
But if you want to become a better diver, the most direct path is simple. Get in the water. Learn intentionally. Practice deliberately.
That is what these classes are for.
PADI Training
Dive With Frank offers a full range of PADI scuba courses, from first-time certification through advanced training, specialty diving, and professional development.
Core courses build your foundation. Specialties allow you to focus on specific skills or environments. Leadership paths help experienced divers guide and mentor others.
If you are unsure where to begin, that is normal. We start with your goals, not a sales pitch.
DAN Safety & First Aid Training
Competent divers are prepared both underwater and on the surface.
As a certified DAN Instructor, Frank teaches the most current and comprehensive first aid programs offered by Divers Alert Network, including Basic Life Support, Emergency Oxygen, and Diving First Aid.
These courses are practical, relevant, and valuable for divers and non-divers alike.
Advanced & Independent Training
For divers seeking greater responsibility, refined configuration, and deeper ownership of their dives.
These programs emphasize planning, equipment discipline, and independent thinking within recreational standards.
Explore Advanced & Independent Training
Distinctive Experiences
Immersive, story-driven programs that connect diving with exploration, history, and imagination while maintaining real-world dive discipline.
Often aligned with trips and unique locations.
Explore Distinctive Experiences
College Credit Opportunities
Some PADI courses may be eligible for college transfer credit through participating institutions.
Eligibility depends on the course and the policies of the college or university. Dive With Frank can provide course documentation commonly required for evaluation.
How Training Works at Dive With Frank
Classes are typically taught privately or in small groups. Scheduling is flexible when possible, and training is paced to build real competence rather than simply complete requirements.
If your goal is simply to dive more and improve through experience, that is welcome. If you would like guidance on what path makes sense, we can talk through your goals and build from there.
The goal is not to sell you a class.
The goal is to help you become comfortable, confident, and competent in the water.
However we get you there.