Meet OCD Divers
Modern scuba training, in‑stock gear and gift certificates, trusted service, and unforgettable dive travel for today’s families and divers.
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OCD Divers is a modern, home‑based dive shop in Colleyville, Texas, serving divers across Dallas, Fort Worth, West Texas, and surrounding regions. We combine online convenience with personal support, offering a streamlined experience for busy adults, youth divers, and families training together.
Our facility has been recognized as one of SDI’s Top Performing Facilities in both 2024 and 2025. Since 2009, we have focused on safe, student‑centered instruction that prepares divers for lifelong adventure. Our approach is built on clarity, transparency, and convenience — with real‑time online inventory, flexible scheduling, and a weekender certification model designed for modern families.
Parents and siblings are welcome at every step of the journey. Many families choose to certify together, building confidence, communication, and shared memories that last long after training is complete.
We welcome divers from every background, identity, and family structure — LGBTQ+ divers, multilingual families, and people from all cultural and ethnic communities. Whether you’re training on your own or alongside parents, siblings, or chosen family, you’ll find a respectful, inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
Training Philosophy
Our primary training partner is SDI, Scuba Diving International. SDI certifications are accepted worldwide at dive shops, resorts, and liveaboards. As a member of the RSTC, SDI follows the same global training and safety standards as SSI, NAUI, PSS, and other major agencies.
SDI is approved by Scouting America and accepted at Sea Base. Families who want to explore youth and Scouting options can visit our dedicated Scouting Programs page.
For divers who prefer the PADI pathway, we offer private PADI certification sessions through instructor credentials — without being a PADI facility. This gives families and individual divers the flexibility to choose the pathway that fits their goals.
Youth & Family Programs
OCD Divers has supported youth and family scuba programs since 2009. We work with Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA Troops, Sea Scout Ships, Venturing Crews, Explorer Posts, Girl Scouts USA, Trail Life USA, and American Heritage Girls — always with a focus on safety, clarity, and family involvement.
Parents and siblings are encouraged to train alongside youth divers. Many families choose to certify together, building confidence, communication, and shared experiences that last long after training is complete.
Families who want a deeper look at our youth and Scouting options can explore our full Scouting Programs page.
A Modern Home‑Based Dive Shop
Our home‑based model allows us to focus on instruction, safety, and personal support rather than retail overhead. Students can sign up for classes online, purchase gear and gift certificates, and choose virtual or in‑person shopping appointments.
All required forms and eLearning are delivered digitally after sign‑up, giving every student a clear and convenient start to their training — whether they are local or traveling from across Texas.
Families appreciate the flexibility, privacy, and individualized attention that a home‑based model provides. It allows us to meet students where they are and support them throughout their diving journey.
Where We Train
Pool‑Only Programs (Colleyville): Snorkeler, Future Buddies, Scuba Discovery, refreshers, referral versions of Open Water, private pool‑only sessions, and Advanced Buoyancy (offered in the pool or at our lake sites depending on season and class format).
Full Open Water Certifications: These programs are completed entirely on‑site in a single weekend — no commuting between facilities.
May through October: The Scuba Ranch — featuring an on‑site pool, private pavilion, fire ring, and varied dive environments. Many families choose our Weekender format for a predictable, efficient certification experience.
November through April: Balmorhea State Park — warm, clear water with campsites near the water. Certified youth, parents, and siblings can rent gear for fun dives, making winter weekends simple and enjoyable.
Gear, Service & Air Systems
OCD Divers offers gear sales, rentals, equipment servicing, and on‑site air support. We maintain one of the largest in‑stock selections of essential diving gear in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
We keep more than two hundred masks, one hundred and thirty fins, and more than one hundred boots in stock — along with over one hundred wetsuits in multiple styles and sizes. This level of availability allows divers to find the right fit without waiting for orders.
Our online inventory reflects the gear physically on our shelves and ready for immediate pickup or delivery to class. Explore gear and gift certificates or view personal gear package options through our Open Water Diver Add‑On Options.
We operate a full industrial scuba compressor and air management system that ensures clean and reliable fills for every dive.
Dive Travel & Community
Beyond certification, OCD Divers offers local and destination dive trips that build skills, confidence, and community. Whether you are exploring Texas lakes or joining us in the Caribbean, our trips are designed to be safe, enjoyable, and stress‑free.
We believe diving should be accessible and rewarding for every diver. Our travel programs support new and experienced divers alike, helping them grow their skills while creating unforgettable memories.
View upcoming adventures here: Dive Travel & Trips.
Scheduling & Support
OCD Divers offers modern online sign‑up, flexible scheduling, and daily support for families and individual divers. Private classes are available for youth, adults, and families who prefer a customized schedule.
Where Our Divers Come From
We regularly welcome divers from across Texas and from states nationwide who travel in for our focused Weekender program. Below is an alphabetical list of cities where our divers live, train, and join us for classes and lake weekends.
| City | To OCD Divers | To Balmorhea | To Scuba Ranch | City | To OCD Divers | To Balmorhea | To Scuba Ranch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene | 150 mi | 150 mi | 240 mi | Las Colinas | 15 mi | 455 mi | 54 mi |
| Allen | 40 mi | 495 mi | 50 mi | Mansfield | 33 mi | 455 mi | 80 mi |
| Balmorhea | 500 mi | 0 mi | 500 mi | McKinney | 38 mi | 490 mi | 55 mi |
| Bedford | 9 mi | 443 mi | 69 mi | Midland | 350 mi | 138 mi | 350 mi |
| Carrollton | 18 mi | 460 mi | 55 mi | Plano | 30 mi | 480 mi | 48 mi |
| Cleburne | 85 mi | 430 mi | 85 mi | Roanoke | 12 mi | 440 mi | 74 mi |
| Coppell | 13 mi | 449 mi | 58 mi | Rockwall | 48 mi | 495 mi | 28 mi |
| Dallas | 26 mi | 470 mi | 50 mi | Sherman | 88 mi | 515 mi | 88 mi |
| Denison | 90 mi | 520 mi | 90 mi | Southlake | 4 mi | 435 mi | 63 mi |
| Euless | 10 mi | 445 mi | 67 mi | Sweetwater | 175 mi | 175 mi | 220 mi |
| Farmers Branch | 19 mi | 462 mi | 57 mi | Terrell | 60 mi | 510 mi | 0 mi |
| Fort Worth | 22 mi | 420 mi | 85 mi | Trophy Club | 11 mi | 438 mi | 72 mi |
| Frisco | 32 mi | 485 mi | 52 mi | University Park | 28 mi | 473 mi | 53 mi |
| Granbury | 55 mi | 405 mi | 98 mi | Waco | 110 mi | 360 mi | 110 mi |
| Grapevine | 6 mi | 433 mi | 61 mi | Waxahachie | 47 mi | 505 mi | 52 mi |
| Highland Park | 27 mi | 472 mi | 52 mi | Weatherford | 34 mi | 380 mi | 110 mi |
| Hurst | 8 mi | 442 mi | 68 mi | Westlake | 11 mi | 437 mi | 73 mi |
| Irving | 17 mi | 455 mi | 52 mi | Odessa | 360 mi | 118 mi | 360 mi |