About Scuba.org
The independent, community-first platform for divers worldwide. We're building the definitive encyclopedia of dive sites, connecting agency-neutral instructors with students, and making ocean exploration accessible to all.
Our Mission
To democratize scuba diving knowledge and training by creating an open, agency-neutral platform where divers can explore sites, find instructors, plan trips, and connect with the global diving community — all without corporate bias or certification gatekeeping.
We believe dive education should be accessible, transparent, and instructor-focused. Whether you're looking for your first Open Water course or a technical diving specialty, scuba.org connects you directly with qualified professionals who can teach on their own terms.
What We Offer
- ✓9,500+ dive sites with community-contributed details
- ✓Agency-neutral instructor marketplace
- ✓Course guides for all major certifications
- ✓Transparent gear reviews with affiliate links
- ✓Travel planning across 50+ regions
- ✓Digital dive log with badge system
Why We're Different
Agency-Neutral
We welcome instructors from PADI, SSI, NAUI, SDI, and independent programs. No certification politics, no corporate favoritism.
Community-Powered
Divers contribute dive site details, photos, conditions reports, and reviews. Wikipedia-style attribution with reputation rewards for quality contributions.
Free Forever
Zero listing fees for instructors. No monthly charges. We only earn when you use our Stripe integration (10% platform fee). Direct payments? Keep 100%.
Built for Independent Instructors
Whether you're a dive guide leading local tours or a full instructor teaching Open Water to Tech, scuba.org gives you the tools to run your business your way — without agency restrictions or platform fees eating your margins.
Dive Guides
Lead recreational dives at your local sites. Set your own rates. Accept cash or online payments. No certification teaching required.
Instructors
Teach any course, any agency. Create custom programs. Charge what you're worth. We don't take a cut unless you want payment processing.
Custom Courses
Offer photography workshops, freediving, tech diving progressions, or anything else. Your expertise, your curriculum.
Payment Flexibility
Use Stripe for deposits/full payments (10% + fees), or take cash/Venmo/PayPal directly. Mix and match per course.
Our Core Values
Exploration
Making the underwater world accessible through comprehensive dive site data and immersive VR experiences.
Education
Connecting divers with qualified instructors and providing plain-English course guides for all agencies.
Independence
Remaining agency-neutral, ad-free, and community-first. We work for divers and instructors, not corporate interests.
Questions? Feedback?
We launched in November 2025 and are actively building based on community input. Reach out anytime.