Chicagoland Dive Shops
Choosing the right dive shop depends on factors like location, available agencies, rental options, and air fills. Some shops specialize in technical diving, while others focus on recreational training or travel services. Make sure to find a shop that aligns with your diving goals. For a more detailed guide on what to look for, visit our Choosing a Dive Shop page.
Crystal Blue Diving – Lake In The Hills, IL
Small, local dive shop with excellent travel diving services. Open water training next door at Three Oaks Recreational Park.
Elmer’s Watersports – Evanston, IL
Long-standing dive shop. Has a strong focus on cold-water diving.
Sea Level Diving – Crystal Lake, IL
Small, local dive shop with a heated indoor pool. Open water training next door at Three Oaks Recreational Park.
Illinois Institute of Diving – West Chicago, IL
Very small local dive shop. Strong focus on cold water diving. I've gotten 100% perfect Air and Nitrox fills every time.
Dive Right In Scuba – Plainfield / Orland Park, IL
Huge local dive shop with an extensive online sales presence. Carries a wide range of gear, including drysuits.
Underwater Safaris – Lincoln Park, IL
Very small local dive shop. The best option for any divers in the Chicago city proper.
Underseas Scuba – Villa Park, IL
Very small local dive shop.
DJ’s Scuba Locker – Brookfield, IL
Small local dive shop, also offers public safety diving courses.
Below H2O – Naperville, IL
Small local dive shop with onsite pool.
Got Air Scuba – Roselle, IL
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Berry Dive Center – Northfield, IL
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Learn Scuba Chicago – Bucktown, Chicago, IL
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