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Dive Academy Santa Pola
Meet the entire Dive Academy Team
About us
We have more than 12 years of experience diving in the warm and crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean, we guarantee a unique service, with personalized and friendly service and a lot of fun from our qualified staff.
We are the only PADI IDC 5 star dive center in Santa Pola, meaning that both our dive center and our instructors meet the high standards of the world’s most recognized diving association: PADI. We will make sure that you will enjoy the activity of your choice in a professional but relaxed atmosphere, where you can trust your instructors and have a great time.
What sets us apart from other dive centers is our optimal location in the port of Santa Pola. Our boat is just a few meters from the center on the promenade of Santa Pola and we are also only 15 minutes by car from Alicante Airport.
Your diving center in Santa Pola (Alicante)".
We offer a wide variety of activities such as PADI diving courses, from beginner to professional divers, diving excursions and snorkeling. We welcome hundreds of beginners, advanced and regular divers every year who are already part of our big family. In addition, we have the privilege of being able to enjoy the FIRST MARINE RESERVE IN SPAIN, the island of Tabarca.
That’s why we also organize snorkeling excursions there, so that the whole family can enjoy them, even the little ones! The only requirement to be able to go is to know how to swim.
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More than a Dive Center
Many people come to the center nervous about the adventures that await them, it is normal to feel some vertigo before an activity that you have never done before, but do not be afraid. We have instructors highly trained in diving safety, we have rigorous standards and procedures for risk prevention.
Safety is a priority for us and we are very pleased to say that we have a 0% accident record at Dive Academy Santa Pola.
In addition to focusing on safety, we practice sustainable diving because for us it is very important to take care of our Mediterranean Sea. On a daily basis we collect garbage from the sea and try to raise awareness of the importance of respecting, caring for and protecting the seabed and the ecosystems that live there. Without them, diving would not make any sense.
Also, our staff is made up of underwater life enthusiasts, including marine biologists, so you can ask them any questions or concerns you may have about the underwater world.
Every year we organize diving trips to fantastic destinations around the world. We love to create unforgettable moments together with you and enjoy our passion for diving exploring different seas and oceans. For example, a vidabordo in Maldives, an amazing experience: a group of people get on a boat and a week later, a family says goodbye at the airport. Are you going to miss it?
We are a family dive center, we love the good vibes and enjoy the friendly atmosphere at Dive Academy Santa Pola.
We are passionate about the sea and feel very fortunate to be able to work in the diving world that fascinates us so much.
“Considered one of the best dive sites in the Mediterranean Sea.”
“The marine reserve of Tabarca Island is one of the most desired places by thousands of divers from all over the world.”
Professionals at your service.
Meet the Dive Academy team!
Christian Llácer
Owner and Instructor
Christian has always had a great passion for the sea and in 2010 he graduated as a Marine Biologist at the University of Alicante.
While exploring the Caribbean he discovered the amazing underwater world and became hooked on diving. After obtaining his PADI diving instructor certification he decided to return to Spain in search of his next adventure.
After 10 years of gaining knowledge and experience Christian decided to take the next step and become the proud owner of Dive Academy.
Certifications: PADI IDC Staff Instructor, First Aid Instructor and Porthouse Skipper.
Specialties taught: AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation, Boat Diver, Deep Diver, Discover Enriched Air Nitrox, Enriched Air Diver, Oxygen Provider, Night Diver, Buoyancy Proficiency, Project AWARE, Skin Diver and Wreck Diver
George is Ellen’s little brother (well not so little) he is almost 6 feet tall.
Christian took George in when he was only 16 years old and taught him everything he knows about diving. He started diving 5 years ago and continues to be impressed by the great variety of marine life in the Mediterranean.
As the youngest member of our team, he shows great enthusiasm and passion for all aquatic activities.
Certification: PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
George Lockwood
Diving Instructor
David Duran
Diving Instructor
David came to the world of diving by accident (but the good kind), his best friend had signed up to do the Open Water and as he was in a hurry to go alone he asked him to go with him.
Right after finishing the course, David, on the recommendation of his instructor, bought all the diving equipment and a pack that included everything from the Advanced to the Divemaster.
He was diving in different parts of the world, until after a diving trip to Bali (Indonesia) in 2016, he decided to return to Spain to leave his job of 11 years as an administrative and become a PADI Instructor to be able to teach others the wonderful world of diving.
From 2018 to 2022 David has been working in Indonesia, where he became a Staff Instructor, and has returned to work with the Dive Academy family and his friend Christian whom he met a long time ago, in order to continue to grow as his goal is to become Course Director….
Certification: PADI Staff Instructor; First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor; and Yachtmaster
Specialties Taught: ASpecialties Taught: AWARE – Coral Conservation, AWARE – Shark Conservation, AWARE Project Specialist, Digital Underwater Photography, Deep Diving, NITROX – Enriched Air diving, Emergency Oxygen Provider, Tec Rec Trimix Gas Mixer, Buoyancy Mastery, Wreck Diver, Night Diver, Underwater Navigation, Equipment Specialist, Drift Diver, Dive Against Debris and Skin Diver.
Ellen’s family decided to trade the rainy climate of Manchester (UK) for the Spanish lifestyle when she was 9 years old. Growing up in Spain she experienced a much more adventurous life.
Ellen and Christian met and he became his own diving instructor. Their adventures led them to travel the world discovering the wonders hidden underwater.
The travelers decided to settle in Spain and Ellen started her studies in Administration and Finance. Now, together with her partner and best friend Christian, they run the best dive center Dive Academy Santa Pola!
Certification: Rescue Diver and Superior Technician in Administration and Finance.
Ellen Lockwood
Administration
Snorkel
The center cat
Hi, I’m Snorkel,
I was born here in the port of Santa Pola with my sister Scuba. My sister was adopted but I was always running away so they couldn’t separate me from my tree next to my favorite dive center.
They feed me every day and give me lots of affection (when I let them). The dive center is my home and I spend all day doing nothing in the sun. Sometimes, if I’m too lazy and don’t get away you can pet me under my neck, I love it.
I love you ❤️
