DFW Dive Shops That Have Closed

A clear, respectful guide for divers whose shop closed — and where to continue your training today.

A New Home for DFW Divers

Dive shops across Dallas and Fort Worth have closed their doors. Blue Sea Adventures in Garland closed in March 2023. Arlington Scuba closed in August 2023. Dive West in Dallas closed in October 2024. Grapevine Scuba closed in June 2025. ScubaToys in Carrollton closed in January 2026.

If that is you, you are not finished. You are not former. You are still a diver.

OCD Divers in Colleyville was built for divers who refuse to let their obsession fade just because a shop went dark. We are a modern, home‑based dive shop that exists for people who want to keep diving, keep learning, and keep getting better.

If your old shop closed, welcome home.

We offer SDI and PSS training, PADI classes through special arrangement, full air support, and in‑stock gear.

Why This Page Exists

This page helps divers in DFW understand which dive shops have closed and where they can continue training safely, reliably, and without losing progress.

DFW Dive Shops That Have Closed

Blue Sea Adventures (Garland) — Closed March 2023
Arlington Scuba Center (Arlington) — Closed August 2023
Dive West (Dallas) — Closed October 2024
Grapevine Scuba (Grappevine) — Closed June 2025
ScubaToys (Carrollton) — Closed January 2026

If your shop is on this list, you can continue your training at OCD Divers without repeating any completed coursework.

Why Divers Choose OCD Divers

Training for real life: Weekender certification programs designed for working adults and families. Explore classes.
Gear when you need it: Core equipment is always in stock. Browse in‑stock gear.
Risk‑aware instruction: Structured, mastery‑based training with consistent supervision.
Reliable air fills: Clean, dry, dependable air powered by the industrial compressor system acquired from Grapevine Scuba.
A home‑based, student‑centered approach: Clear expectations, honest feedback, and a supportive environment.

Where Divers Go Now

When the major DFW dive shops closed, divers needed a new place to anchor their dive life. Many now come to OCD Divers.

You can sign up for classes online and pick up gear on your schedule. Explore classes.

What Happened to Each Shop

Dive West — Closed October 2024 after the owner retired. OCD Divers now operates out of their former pavilion at The Scuba Ranch.
Grapevine Scuba — Closed June 2025 after more than 30 years. OCD Divers now operates their full industrial compressor system.
ScubaToys — Closed January 2026 after more than two decades.
Arlington Scuba Center — Closed August 2023.
Blue Sea Adventures — Closed March 2023.

DFW Dive Shop Closure Timeline

March 2023: Blue Sea Adventures closes.
August 2023: Arlington Scuba Center closes.
October 2024: Dive West closes.
June 2025: Grapevine Scuba closes.
January 2026: ScubaToys closes.

Alternatives to Closed DFW Dive Shops

Weekend certification programs
Gear fittings and support: Explore gear.
Reliable air fills
Structured, supervised training
Family‑friendly programs

Explore classes.

What To Do If Your Shop Closed

Bring any certification cards or digital records you have.
Tell us where you left off in training.
We will verify your level and place you into the correct next step.
You will not repeat training you already completed.

How to Transfer Your Training

Tell us your last completed course.
Show any cards, e‑records, or emails you have.
We place you directly into the correct next level.

Your certifications still count. You do not lose progress when a shop closes.

SDI Course	PSS	PADI	NAUI	SSI
Open Water Diver	Open Water Diver	Open Water Diver	Scuba Diver	Open Water Diver
Inactive Diver Refresh	Refresh Program	ReActivate	Scuba Review	Skills Update
Advanced Adventure Diver	Advanced Open Water	Advanced Open Water	Advanced Scuba Diver	Advanced Adventurer
Computer Nitrox Diver	Nitrox Diver	Enriched Air Diver	Nitrox Diver	Enriched Air Nitrox