About Us
Aquatic Adventures Ohio is a female-owned, 5-star SCUBA and snorkeling center through SCUBA Diving International with 50 years of history in Central Ohio. Through passion for our waters and its creatures, we have fostered a community made up of thousands of underwater explorers. Our reputation for safety and quality has generated a loyal customer base not only in Central Ohio but across the country.
We offer unparallel experiences through classes, trips, and events. We also have a world-class dive shop with knowledgeable staff who guide our customers through equipment purchase decisions, equipment rental, equipment service and air fills. Our small business also gives back to the waters in which we love by supporting SECORE, a coral restoration organization, and the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
Our three uniques:
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We offer unique travel experiences unlike any other dive shop we compete with. Not only do we offer more trips, we also offer other experiences than just diving so loved ones of our divers and snorkelers can also enjoy the trip. We also offer combined site seeing and diving trips all over the world. See our upcoming trips here
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Our focus on quality puts only the best divers and snorkelers out into the world equipped with better skills, particularly in buoyancy, than any other shop we compete with. See what classes we offer here
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We are a community driven business. When our community thrives; the business thrives. See below for more on our Dive Club.
You can learn all about our amazing team by clicking here
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Our Core Values
At Aquatic Adventures Ohio, our core values shape our culture and drive our decisions:
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Respect the Ocean, Protect Each Other – Safety isn’t just about us—it’s about protecting marine life, preserving the waters we love, and ensuring everyone returns to the surface safely.
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Always the Best Dive Buddy – Whether it’s the business, our community, or each other—we show up, support, and look out for one another.
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Boldly Explore – We are courageous, lifelong learners who embrace the unknown and take calculated risks to unlock new possibilities.
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Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for our actions, decisions, and impact, always striving for excellence, safety, and accountability.
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Success is a Team Sport – We champion each other’s wins, share knowledge, and believe that rising together is the best way forward.
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Financial Stewardship – We manage our resources responsibly and strategically to ensure long-term success. Through ethical financial decisions, transparency, and reinvestment, we create lasting value for our customers, team, and diving community.
Dive Club
We have a very active dive club with hundreds of friendly members called the Aquatic Adventures Dive Club. You can join the club for free here on Facebook
You're sure to find many new dive buddies of all ages - whether you love diving locally, domestically or globally.
We hope to have you at the next monthly social event!
