Testimonials

Matt & Ade's PADI Wreck Specialty in Pattaya
"Shipwrecks in Pattaya are plentiful and a great place to do the PADI Wreck Specialist Course. We concentrated our course on the wrecks of the HTMS Kut & HTMS Kram – these are sister ships sunk on purpose by the Thai Navy for the enjoyment of scuba divers! Having already completed wreck dives as part of our advanced course – we wanted more!
Our first dive was to survey the wreck using an underwater slate to map out points of interest, possible hazards and potential penetration points. Back on board, we transferred all the information from our slates to complete a detailed map of the wreck and discussed with Steve (aka ScubaCop) our findings and potential penetration points. In anticipation for the next dive, we practiced reeling off and tying off wreck line skills on the Dive Boat.
Our next dive we explored the wreck further, this time taking the lead and navigating 'scubacop' to various points of interest, including a very playful huge resident turtle on the bow of the ship we had discovered previously. We practised reeling off from the side of the wreck without penetration in anticipation for the following dive before navigating our way back to the buoy line. On the boat back from day 1, we enjoyed a few beers with Steve and talked through our knowledge reviews and our experiences from the two dives.
So day two - the big one! We held the dive brief (with a little help from Scuba Cop) we discussed and planned our penetration dive. Scuba Cop spent time explaining the best techniques for penetrating the wreck and drilled into us the hazards and dangers of entering a wreck. Once down the buoy line we used our maps and compasses and navigated ourselves to the penetration point. We then had a final practice of our line skills on the outside of the wreck before entering for the first time. This was far the best part of the course as entering the wreck opens up a whole new world! We took it in turns entering the wreck, tying off and following the lines until scuba cop was confident in our ability. We finished the dive with a swim thru (very cool) towards the stern of the wreck and then headed back to the buoy line – buzzing about our new qualification!
By then, we were hooked on wreck diving and mentioned to scuba cop how amazing it would be to dive the wreck at night. As you can imagine night diving in Pattaya is not so popular! However Steve went out his way to arrange this for us and that same evening we were back out on the boat on the way to our first shipwreck night dive. Of course no penetration at night, but armed with our torches we explored the wreck and met the creatures of the night! Diving a shipwreck at night was quite a spooky experience but absolute quality. Can’t wait to do this again!
All in all - the wreck specialist was one of our favourite PADI courses - so much fun. We had a great time diving the wrecks and scuba cop’s balance of enjoyable, yet thorough teaching (hence scuba cop!) made it a great couple of days diving. Looking forward to the next time already – Cheers Steve!"
Matt & Ade
Dubai
UAE

Lisa's PADI Advanced Open Water Diving Course
"Private Scuba Diving School were recommended to me by a work colleague for my PADI Advanced Open Water Course. My work keeps me busy during the week, so I was very happy that Steve conducted my course conveniently over several weekends to suit my working situation.
I found Private Scuba to be professional, efficient and a lot of fun! My Advanced scuba dives included 2 wreck dives which were the highlight of my course and a Deep Dive. I'm looking forward to making a night dive in Pattaya on my next scuba adventure.
I would not hesitate to recommend the Team at Private Scuba to anyone considering a Scuba Course in Pattaya."
Lisa
Germany

Steve gave me such confidence
"My concern before the diving was safety. I wanted to feel as comfortable as one possibly can with all the safety aspects. Steve showed such high professional attitude and focused on every detail throughout the teaching that he built up an enormous trust, and combined with his great and kind personality he made the whole diving experience absolutely outstanding. In addition I want to congratulate Steve for his great choice of diving team, boat, and staff. Steves’ whole organisation and the logistics around the diving also made the trip very enjoyable.
Having had the privilege of Steve by my side, both in and out of water, during my first diving week he made it all into one of the most memorable, exciting and fun things I have done… and I will never stop diving!
Thank you very much Steve"
Gabriella
Sweden

Diving with Steve and his team was a real delight
"When I arrived in Thailand from Europe, there was little else on my mind other than to try Scuba Diving. Having done my research, I knew there were some great shipwrecks to be seen near to the islands of Pattaya, but first I needed to become familiar with the basic safety of Scuba Diving.
From my first dive to completing the Advanced Open Water, Steve made the experience both safe, thorough and great fun. The personal attention made my first diving experience in to a passion that I will always carry with me.
Thanks a million, Steve."
Borkur
Iceland

Fadi's PADI Advanced Scuba Diving Course
"Having completed my Open Water Scuba Course last year with Private Scuba, I had another opportunity to visit Pattaya and do some more scuba diving. I contacted Steve and he organised a few days diving for me at short notice.
I was particularly looking forward to diving the ship wrecks in Pattaya, and I decided to make the wreck dives as part of the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course. Steve got me three wreck dives during my Advanced Course including the HTMS Khram and the HTMS Kood.
The other dives for my course included a Deep Dive, Navigation Dive and the Peak Performance Buoyancy adventure dive. I had a lot of fun and the whole package was efficient, professional and relatively inexpensive.
The Private Scuba Team certainly know how to offer great scuba diving in Pattaya and PADI Scuba Courses that are full of adventure and excitement.
Thanks Steve ..... next time I would like to make the Wreck Specialty Course."
Fadi
Dubai