Atlantic Edge Scuba

Atlantic Edge Scuba, located in Washington D.C., USA, is a premier dive center offering a comprehensive range of scuba diving experiences and certifications. As a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center, they have been dedicated to teaching local divers for over 24 years. Their expertise extends to providing PADI and SSI certifications, with a curriculum that caters to all levels, from beginners to professionals.

The center boasts a variety of courses, including Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster. For aspiring instructors, they offer the Instructor Development Course. Beyond standard certifications, Atlantic Edge Scuba provides specialty courses such as Boat Diving, Deep Diver, Night Diving, and Snorkeling, allowing divers to expand their skills and explore diverse underwater environments. They also emphasize diver development through programs like Buoyancy Clinics and Refresher Courses.

Atlantic Edge Scuba's facilities are designed to enhance the diving experience. They offer equipment rental, a dive shop stocked with major brands like Aqua Lung and Mares, and air fills including nitrox. Divers can enjoy both boat diving and shore diving, with opportunities for night dives. A unique offering is their partnership with the National Aquarium in Baltimore, where they provide exclusive Aquarium Dives, allowing participants to experience the Atlantic Coral Reef exhibit. The center also features a swimming pool for training and a bar for post-dive relaxation. They are also the official scuba store for the National Aquarium.