Aquanautics Dive, Inc - California
The team at Aquanautics Dive, Inc. are the real deal if you’re looking to get serious about your diving in California. We’ve spent enough time in dive shops to know when one just *feels* right, and this place has that vibe – professional, but totally approachable. They’re a PADI 5 Star IDC centre, which means they’re geared up to take you from your very first fin kick all the way to instructor level. If you’re thinking of going pro, or just want the highest standard of recreational training, this is a solid pick. What we really love is their emphasis on quality instruction. It’s not just about ticking boxes; they genuinely want you to be a competent, confident diver. We’ve seen their instructors patiently guide new divers through skills, making sure everyone’s comfortable before heading out. They’re also a DAN Training Center, which is a huge plus for safety-conscious divers. Forget those hurried certifications; here, they take their time. You’ll leave feeling properly prepared, not just rushed through a course. Plus, with air fills and gas blending on site, it’s a convenient hub for all your diving needs, whether you're heading to local kelp forests or further afield.
- Location
- California, United States, North America
- Coordinates
- 34.307290, -118.470480
- Phone
- +1 818-488-9182
- [email protected]
- Website
- http://www.aquanauticsdive.com
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star IDC [padi:21267]
- Address
- 13059 San Fernando Road, Sylmar, California 91342, United States
Dive Sites Near Aquanautics Dive, Inc
Aquanautics Dive, Inc provides access to 15 dive sites in California.
Other Dive Centres in California
- Adventure Sports Unlimited - PADI
- Adventure West Scuba - PADI
- Aloha Scuba
- Anderson's SCUBA diving
- Any Water Dive Center - PADI, DAN
- Aquarius Dive Shop
- Aqua Safaris - EFR, DAN
- Aqua Sports
- ASD Scuba School
- Bakersfield Scuba Center - ["PADI"]
Best Time to Dive in California
The warmest water temperatures in California occur in August, averaging 20.6°C (up to 24.0°C). The coolest conditions are in February at 14.0°C.
The calmest sea conditions are typically in July with average wave heights of 0.60m.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 14.4°C (air: 14.0°C)
- February: 14.0°C (air: 13.8°C)
- March: 14.2°C (air: 13.3°C)
- April: 14.9°C (air: 14.3°C)
- May: 16.6°C (air: 15.4°C)
- June: 18.9°C (air: 17.4°C)
- July: 20.4°C (air: 18.9°C)
- August: 20.6°C (air: 19.6°C)
- September: 20.4°C (air: 19.7°C)
- October: 18.8°C (air: 18.4°C)
- November: 16.3°C (air: 16.0°C)
- December: 15.6°C (air: 14.3°C)
Marine Life in California
Home to 10 recorded species including 8 reef fish, 1 other, 1 octopus & squid.
Notable Marine Life
- Vernal Pool Fairy Shrimp (Branchinecta lynchi)
- Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) - Reef Fish
- Western Mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) - Reef Fish
- Sea Trout (Salmo trutta) - Reef Fish
- Little post horn squid (Spirula spirula) - Octopus & Squid
- Prickly sculpin (Cottus asper) - Reef Fish
- cutthroat trout (Oncorhynchus clarkii) - Reef Fish
- Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) - Reef Fish
- brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) - Reef Fish
- Ribbonfish (Lepidopus caudatus) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for California
Based on average water temperature of 17.1°C.
- Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 17°C water
- Hood & Gloves (3-5mm) - helps retain warmth
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories