Meet Your Instructor: Krisha Valk
A PADI Certified Master Diver who teaches every session herself, from your first breath underwater to your final open-water dive.
Seahorse Place Scuba is owned and operated by Krisha Valk, a PADI Certified Master Diver. She teaches beginner scuba certification and guided dives for couples, families and solo divers in Englewood, Florida, on Florida’s Gulf Coast. There is no rotating staff and no oversized class. When you book, you know who will be in the water with you.
PADI
Certified Master Diver
Englewood, FL
Gulf Coast
Up to 4
students per session
2 guided
open-water dives
How Krisha Teaches
Every certification starts with preparation and scheduling built around your availability, then introductory pool training so you can get comfortable breathing underwater in a controlled setting. Once you are ready, Krisha guides you on two open-water dives in the Gulf of Mexico off Englewood. All necessary scuba gear and equipment is included while you train.
Small groups
Sessions are limited to four people, so a couple, a family or a few friends can certify together and still get real attention.
One instructor
The same PADI Master Diver guides you from the pool to the Gulf, so she knows what you have practiced and how you are doing.
Built around you
Lessons are private and scheduled around you, which helps if you are visiting and have a short window.
Why Learn to Dive in Englewood
Englewood sits on Florida’s Gulf Coast, a quieter stretch than the busy resort towns nearby. After you are certified, you can book fun dives to see shipwrecks, Army plane wrecks and coral reefs, and the shop also offers day trips to the Bahamas and Key West, which it describes as about an hour away. Dive trip availability and pricing are confirmed directly with Krisha. For ideas on where to dive locally, see our guide to dive sites near Englewood, FL.
Visiting Englewood?
Seahorse Place Scuba is part of the same family as the Seahorse Place vacation homes. If you are traveling in to learn to dive, ask about staying at Seahorse Place I, a waterfront home on Lemon Bay with a private pool and spa, an elevator and room for 6 to 8 guests.
Questions Before You Book
Not sure if scuba is right for you? Our scuba certification FAQ covers swimming ability, how long certification takes, what is included and what to expect. You can also send Krisha a message if you have any questions.
Ready to Learn With Krisha?
Spots are limited to keep instruction personal. Reserve yours with the $150 deposit.