Dive In With
Confidence
Established in 1983, Underwater Safaris is the only PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center in Chicago, with an 84 degree in-store pool and over 3,000 sq. feet dedicated to diver education, equipment sales, rentals, repair and travel. In addition to quality equipment, we offer a variety of certification courses through PADI. Course offerings range from beginning scuba diver certification to Advanced and Specialty Diver programs and on to Instructor.
WE ARE PADI CERTIFIED!
Per industry standards, all of our courses are taught by certified and insured instructors or divemasters.
PADI is the world’s leading scuba diver training organization. It stands for Professional Association of Diving Instructors, which basically says it all! The PADI system of diver education is based on progressive training that introduces skills, safety-related information and local environmental knowledge to student divers in stages, providing maximum practice and realistic practical application in the process. Discover the Best in Scuba Training with Underwater Safaris!
BEGINNING SCUBA COURSES
Start your scuba journey with our beginner-friendly certification courses. Perfect for new divers looking to explore the underwater world safely and confidently.
PADI INSTRUCTOR
DEVELOPMENT COURSE
Take your passion to the next level and turn it into a career with our professional dive training programs.
PADI INSTRUCTOR
DEVELOPMENT COURSE
Been a while since your last dive? Rebuild your confidence with a refresher session, or try scuba for the first time in a relaxed, low-pressure environment.
POPULAR COURSES
WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING
“LIFE-CHANGING
EXPERIENCE”
The underwater meditation helped me find a new level of calm and clarity. Truly unforgettable.
“INCREDIBLE INSTRUCTORS”
Patient, knowledgeable, and passionate. I felt safe and supported every step of the way.
"WELCOMING AND EMPOWERING"
As a beginner, I was nervous but the team made me feel completely at ease. I left feeling confident and inspired.
"FUN, PROFESSIONAL, & UNFORGETTABLE"
From the yoga to the dives, every detail was top-notch. Can’t wait to come back!
FEAUTURED PRODUCT
Descent G1 Solar
Land or sea, this compact dive computer is built for both of your worlds.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Truk Lagoon Liveaboard Dive Trip
Nov. 23-30, 2025