Dan D.

Certified: PADI Certified with Coral Key in 2017. SSI Assistant instructor certified in 2021

Training includes: Open Water and Advanced, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Oxygen 1st Aid, Neurological Assessment for s Divers, Marine Life Injuries, Aware Shark Conservation, Enriched Air Nitrox, Rescue Diver, Handicapped Scuba Association Dive Buddy, Master Diver, React Right, Science of Diving, Dive Guide, Dive Master, Assistant Instructor, Snorkel Instructor

Why I teach: I love watching others learn and excel in their skills whether it be softball, baseball, soccer, hockey, or Scouting, all of which I was involved with either as a coach or mentor. I was certified as a bucket list and my passion was fueled after I learned of the Handicapped Scuba Association and became a “Dive Buddy”. I wanted to further increase my skills as a diver and the path to becoming a professional and sharing my knowledge and passion of scuba with others seemed to be the logical progression. It is truly a joy to watch students discover that same passion and enthusiasm that I have as they progress in their training.

Why Join Coral Key Scuba: Coral Key is where I started this journey and will continue with Coral Key! When I first started, I had many questions and always found Freddy, Scott and others always willing to talk and offer knowledge and encouragement. I have made many new friends who share in the same passion for diving that I have found. Coral Key feels like family.

Favorite Dive location: Cayman Brac and Hawaii have been my favorites on limited excursions however there are lots of bucket list locations still to come.

Bucket list Location: Fiji and Silfra