Who We Are

Scuba Sensations is a community Scuba Diving and Snorkeling shop located in the Chicago area. We offer a wide range of courses for everyone from beginners to professionals, recreational divers to serious divers, kids to adults, singles, couples, and families. Our PADI and NAUI accredited staff of instructors and Divemasters are here to assist you in achieving your Scuba or Snorkeling goals. We’re committed to making sure you are a safe and responsible diver, but we also want to make sure you have an amazing and fun experience along the way. Our philosophy is that your journey should be as exciting as reaching your destination.  The combination of PADI’s training approach with our experienced team means you get a solid education in a relaxed, supportive environment. We take our time, never rush, and are committed to delivering an experience that best suits you.

Who is PADI?

PADI stands for Professional Association of Diving Instructors.

With more than forty years experience, 135,000 PADI Professionals and more than 5,800 dive shops and resorts worldwide, PADI training materials and services let you experience scuba diving from nearly anywhere.

Scuba diving with PADI Instructors, Dive Centers and Resorts can help transform your life through education, experience, equipment and environmental conservation.

Learn more about PADI at http://www.padi.com/

What We Offer

We offer a huge selection of classes ranging from snorkeling and introductory scuba to specialties like rescue procedures, night diving, and more.  There’s an amazing variety of opportunities – let us help you select classes that will support your goals.

Want to explore some of the nearly 3,000 shipwrecks in Lake Michigan?  We can help introduce you to the local diving scene with the PADI Wreck Diver and Dry Suit Diver courses.  Maybe you’re preparing for a trip to the warmer waters of the Caribbean.  Brush up on your scuba skills with a refresher class or work on your photo skills with the PADI Underwater Photographer specialty.

Is your schedule hectic?  No problem!  We understand and also offer personalized private instruction based on your availability.

Review our class list and see what strikes your fancy or give us a call – we’re glad to talk to you about what might fit your needs.

What About Kids?

We’re very kid-friendly and provide classes focused on younger students.  PADI’s classes for younger divers provide a great way to grow confidence and a positive self-image.  And they’re just plain fun!  There’s nothing cooler than the feeling of that first time you don scuba gear and take a breath – under water!  Dip into the joy of scuba with AquaMissions that introduce underwater photography, navigation, environmental awareness and more.

Why Dive?

Adventure

Are you an adventurer? A world traveler? Consider this: a full 70 percent of our planet’s surface is covered in water. Think on that for a moment. Sure, you have may have seen the Eiffel Tower, pyramids, Taj Mahal, and Mount Rushmore, but have you ever wondered what else might be out there, just outside the confines of the land-locked realm? What wonders must lie just beyond your reach! Take the next step in your grand tour and dive into a world unlike any you’ve ever experienced, where the sights and sounds will never cease to amaze you.

Personal Growth

Confidence. Independence. Leadership. Teamwork. It’s amazing what happens when you start diving. Scuba diving builds and extends those parts of your character that transform you into a sensation. As you take classes you’ll find you’re able to do things you never thought possible – that you’re a far more capable and amazing person than you ever appreciated. Diving lets you find that inner fire and harness it into a phenomenal source of strength that can fuel your life. Unlock your potential and become the person you want to be.

Solace

The modern world can be fast-paced and loud. You rush from one thing to the next, never really getting a moment to pause and catch your breath. With diving, the entire focus is to literally pause and relax – to slow down and breathe. Diving can be one of the most peaceful and serene experiences; with moments of wonder and awe that leave you refreshed and rejuvenated. Give yourself the opportunity to take a step back and really appreciate that life is about living.

Friendship

Diving is better with friends. Whether with your trusted buddy or a new pal you meet in class, you’re always going to have the opportunity to share the amazement and exhilaration of diving. It’s the perfect way to deepen your relationship with that special someone or just have a great time with a group of friends. When you dive, you’re going to meet some amazing people and learn something about yourself along the way.