Chris Tidwell
Role: Dive Professional | Equipment Technician

Quick Stats:

• Diving Since: 2017

• Logged Dives: 300+

• Teaching Focus: Buoyancy • Fin Techniques

• Hometown: Tampa, FL

About Chris:
Chris Tidwell has been diving since 2017 and has logged 300+ dives, primarily in Florida waters. A Tampa native with a calm, safety-focused approach, Chris enjoys helping divers master the fundamentals that make every dive smoother and more enjoyable.

In addition to teaching, Chris works in the shop performing scuba equipment maintenance, helping ensure gear is properly serviced, safe, and ready for the water.

Specialties:

• Buoyancy Control

• Fin Techniques

• Equipment Maintenance

• Dive Efficiency & Trim

Teaching Style:
Chris focuses on control, efficiency, and confidence—both in the water and with properly maintained equipment.

Off the Water:
Chris loves all water activities and also enjoys gardening. Diving is a family passion—his son is certified and shares his love for being underwater.

Background:
Former U.S. Marine and former St. Petersburg Firefighter