PERSONAL
Four divers max, usually fewer. Your pace, your schedule, and one-on-one attention from your first breath underwater to your final certification dive. No sales floor, no pressure, ever.
VETERAN-OWNED · INDEPENDENT · PADI® MASTER SCUBA DIVER TRAINER
EXPLORE THE OTHER 70%
Personal scuba instruction from a veteran-owned, independent PADI® Master Scuba Diver Trainer in Braselton, Georgia. Classes of four or fewer, everything included, for about a third of what the big shops charge.
- 1 TO 4DIVERS PER CLASS
- 5.0 ★EVERY REVIEW, FIVE STARS
- ≈ 1/3OF BIG-SHOP PRICES
- AGES 10+FAMILIES WELCOME
DEPTH 010 FT · WHY BLUE MONKEY
NOT A DIVE SHOP.
A DIVE MENTOR.
Train with the person who signs your card.
PROFESSIONAL
Vegas McCain is a U.S. military veteran, a PADI® Master Scuba Diver Trainer, and a full-time instructor. You learn from the person who signs your certification, not a rotating cast of part-time shop staff.
AFFORDABLE
No storefront means no overhead. Gear, eLearning, and every dive are included in one honest price, roughly one third of what Georgia's big-box dive shops charge. No hidden fees, period.
"Lifetime memories, not just a plastic card."
DEPTH 030 FT · TRAINING
THE CERTIFICATION
PATH
Every course is all-inclusive: gear, eLearning, and every dive.
DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING
No experience? No problem. One guided pool session, all gear provided, zero commitment. And if you catch the bug, 50 dollars of it comes back as credit toward your full certification. You will catch the bug.
$125PER DIVER
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OPEN WATER DIVER
The certification that opens the other 70 percent of the planet. PADI® eLearning, confined-water training, and four open-water dives with every piece of gear included. Valid worldwide, for life.
Prefer Florida springs? Devil's Den $1,098 · Blue Grotto $1,100
$950ALL-INCLUSIVE
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ADVANCED OPEN WATER
Five adventure dives, precision navigation, and depths to 100 feet. Choose three specialty dives: wreck, night, buoyancy, drift, search and recovery, and more. Taught at Georgia springs and quarries or on a Key Largo trip.
$650ALL-INCLUSIVE
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RESCUE DIVER
The most rewarding and fun course you'll ever take. Learn to read diver stress, manage emergencies in the water, and become the diver other divers rely on.
FROM $495ALL-INCLUSIVE
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GO DEEPER · PADI® SPECIALTIES
| SPECIALTY | DIVES | WHERE | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enriched Air Nitrox | No dives, classroom | Braselton, GA | $250 |
| Peak Performance Buoyancy | 2 | Georgia | $400 |
| Underwater Navigator | 3 | Key Largo, FL | $400 |
| Night Diver | 3 | Key Largo, FL | $400 |
| Wreck Diver | 4 | Key Largo, FL | $400 |
| Deep Diver · 60 to 130 ft | 4 | Key Largo, FL | $400 |
| Search & Recovery | 4 | Key Largo, FL | $400 |
| Boat Diver | 2 | Florida Keys | BY QUOTE |
SUPPORT & REFRESHERS
| Emergency First Response, CPR & first aid | Required for Rescue | Braselton, GA | $225 |
| Emergency Oxygen Provider | Pairs with Rescue | Braselton, GA | $150 |
| Scuba Refresher, pool | Been dry 6 months or 6 years | Braselton, GA | $100 |
| Scuba Refresher, Blue Water Park | Plus park fees | Pelham, AL | $100 |
Group discounts for three or more divers. Specialty dives completed during your Advanced course can be prorated toward the full specialty.
DEPTH 060 FT · DIVE SITES
WHERE WE DIVE
Springs, caverns, quarries and reefs across three states.
DEVIL'S DEN WILLISTON, FL
A prehistoric spring inside a dry cave, 72 degrees year round. One of the most unique dive sites in North America.
BLUE GROTTO WILLISTON, FL
Florida's favorite freshwater dive. Training platforms, upper caverns, and a resident softshell turtle named Virgil.
BLUE WATER PARK PELHAM, AL
Crystal-clear freshwater with depths to 140 feet. A premier inland site for training and fun dives alike.
RAINBOW SPRINGS DUNNELLON, FL
A stunning first-magnitude spring known for its clarity and relaxing drift dives.
KEY LARGO FLORIDA KEYS
Reef and wreck trips for Advanced, Rescue, and specialty courses in the dive capital of the continental United States.
Local training happens at Lake Lanier, Kraken Springs, and pools near you. We come to you across metro Atlanta and northeast Georgia.
DEPTH 080 FT · THE COMPARISON
SEE THE BLUE
MONKEY DIFFERENCE
Not all dive shops are created equal.
| BLUE MONKEY DIVERS | TYPICAL DIVE SHOPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduling | Custom to your availability | Fixed schedules, group only |
| Instruction | 1-on-1 or small group, 4 max | Larger classes, less attention |
| Consultations | Always free, always included | Often unavailable or rushed |
| Availability | Seven days a week, by appointment | Business hours only |
| Payment | Venmo, debit, credit, cash | Limited or outdated options |
| Training locations | Georgia, Alabama and Florida sites | Often restricted to one location |
| Beginners | Absolutely, no experience needed | Some require pre-certification |
| Continuing education | Advanced + 8 specialty courses | Limited course offerings |
| The vibe | Patient, relatable, experienced | Varies greatly by shop |
DEPTH 100 FT · THE LOGBOOK
FROM THE
LOGBOOK
Ten reviews. Ten five-stars. One instructor.
"He is simply the best instructor you will find."
GREG HILL · CERTIFIED AT 68 · BLUE WATER PARK
"Vegas is an exceptional instructor. It was an honor to learn from him... he has the patience of Job."
"Safety was the number one thing for him... We even played rock, paper, scissors at the bottom of Blue Grotto. He really made my whole experience something I'll never forget!!"
"Best instructor EVER! Extremely patient and never in a hurry to teach. With our BIG family of 8 divers and ages ranging from 16 to 66... KUDOS to Vegas in every aspect."
"Not only did he certify me, but he gave me confidence and made me feel safe in the water. I would recommend Blue Monkey to ANYONE."
"His patience, fortitude, expertise, and flexibility made us feel safe and capable while enjoying every moment of learning."
"Vegas worked with our schedules and made the lessons for my daughter smooth and fun. Very glad we found such a professional operation! Well done."
DEPTH 115 FT · QUESTIONS
BEFORE YOU ASK
Do I need to know how to swim?
Basic swimming ability and comfort in the water are important. You don't need to be a competitive swimmer, you just need to swim a short distance and float comfortably.
What is Discover Scuba Diving?
An introductory experience that lets you try scuba without committing to a full certification course. It's the best way to find out if diving is right for you.
What's included in the Open Water course?
Knowledge development through PADI eLearning, confined-water pool sessions, and four open-water dives. Everything you need to dive safely and confidently, gear included.
How long does certification take?
Most students finish in 2 to 4 days depending on availability and learning pace. We schedule around you.
How do I pay?
Venmo, debit cards, and credit cards. Payment plans may be available, just ask during your free consultation.
What days are you available?
Seven days a week with flexible, around-the-clock scheduling. We work with you to find times that fit.
Where do the dives take place?
Trusted sites throughout Georgia including Lake Lanier and Kraken Springs, with excursions to Florida's springs and Key Largo. Sites are matched to your level and course requirements.
Is the consultation really free?
Yes. We'll talk through your goals, answer every question, and help you pick the right path. No pressure, just helpful guidance.
SAFETY STOP · 3:00 AT 15 FT
Every good dive ends with a pause. Take one, then let's talk. Consultations are always free and the pressure is zero.
CALL (678) 939-8310→DEPTH 130 FT · RECREATIONAL LIMIT
PLAN YOUR DIVE
130 feet is the recreational limit. Your training starts at zero.
(678)
939-8310
939-8310
- BASE
- Braselton, GA 30517
- HOURS
- Seven days a week, by appointment
- PAYMENT
- Venmo, debit, credit, cash