Renting scuba gear might seem like the easiest option for new divers, but is it the most cost-effective? For many, the answer lies in the details. Let’s break down rental costs, explore the benefits of owning your own gear, and uncover the savings opportunities available to you as a student.
Rental Costs: What You’re Paying For
When you rent scuba gear, each item comes with a daily fee, which can add up quickly over a full course or multiple dives.
Here’s a look at our 2025 Rental Chart for common equipment:
Item | Daily Fee | Pool Fee | Week Fee |
Mask | $9.00 | $3.00 | $45.00 |
Snorkel | $4.50 | $1.50 | $22.50 |
Boots | $9.00 | $3.00 | $45.00 |
Fins | $9.00 | $3.00 | $45.00 |
Regulator | $15.00 | $5.00 | $75.00 |
BCD | $15.00 | $5.00 | $75.00 |
Tank | $15.00 | $5.00 | $75.00 |
Computer | $10.00 | $4.00 | $50.00 |
Wetsuit | $15.00 | $5.00 | $75.00 |
Gloves | $5.00 | $2.00 | $25.00 |
Compass | $10.00 | $4.00 | $50.00 |
Hood | $5.00 | $2.00 | $25.00 |
Why Owning Your Gear Pays Off
Renting can be convenient for a short time, but owning your own gear provides significant advantages:
Save Money Quickly: The cost of owning personal gear—mask, snorkel, fins, and boots—pays for itself after just a few weeks of diving. For example, if you go out and dive 3 weekends and rent your personal equipment it will cost you $190, vs only $440 after your 10% discount
Enhance Comfort and Safety: Rental gear is generic and may not fit perfectly. Owning your equipment ensures a proper fit, making your dives more enjoyable and secure.
Exclusive Discounts for Students
When you’re enrolled in our Open Water Program, we make it even easier to invest in your gear:
10% Discount on Gear: Save on the cost of your mask, snorkel, fins, and boots.
$200 Package Rebate: Buy all four items and complete course to recieve a $200 credit!.
With these discounts, the cost of buying your personal gear drops to just $240—an unbeatable deal for divers committed to their journey.
Make the Choice That Works for You
Whether you rent or buy depends on your diving goals. Renting is a short-term solution, but owning your gear ensures long-term savings and comfort. Take advantage of our student discounts and start your diving adventure with the right equipment, tailored just for you.
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