Ron Tinker (IC4838)

He has been actively teaching for over 25 years. He holds the level of Instructor Certifier with Scuba Schools International, also known as SSI. He also is an instructor for Advanced Nitrox, Dolphin Rebreathers, Solo diving through TDI. Ron stays in touch with clients through Active instruction and running dive trips. Hobbies include underwater photo, video and seafood collecting.

Devon Davidson (OWI53575)

Smiles and giving people the satisfaction of learning to dive is what I love to do. Being an instructor has given me an opportunity to not only enjoy SCUBA but to actually make it my vocation as well. It is incredibly satisfying to watch people come into the shop, work with them from the beginning, and see them progress to their Open Water Certification. The great diversity of people who dive with Adventure Sports is amazing and offers never ending opportunities for new friendships. Stop by the shop and say hi….there is certain to be a class or trip that we can share together.

Don Edwards (OWI21847)

After years of snorkeling while on warm water vacations, I wanted to fulfill a lifelong dream – to be able to stay down with the critters longer than I could hold my breath. In 1999 the dream became reality as I certified as an Open Water Diver. I was hooked, and found diving the Northwest was really great. Once I owned my own drysuit, I found I loved diving here all year-round.

My favorite northwest diving is off Vancouver Island, B.C. I’ve spent several wonderful weeks camping and diving much of the inland straights from Port Hardy to Victoria. For wreck diving and lots of different dive opportunities, Nanaimo is super! Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with tropical diving, except getting spoiled wearing so little gear! I really love diving with my daughter on family vacations in the Caymans and Maui.

I took the opportunity to become and instructor two years ago when I retired from my day job (at an extremely young age I might add). I’ve also enjoyed learning to service regulators and becoming friends with many of the Adventure Sports Dive ‘Family’ when I go on shop dive trips or work at the shop when the gang is away.  Hope to see you down under!

Michael Estlund (DC50185)

I started diving with Adventure Sports because I wanted to get certified for an upcoming tropical vacation and I wanted to explore the underwater world.  My only initial fear was this cold water temperate you hear about called the Puget Sound.  After my open water classes I realized the diving wasn’t as cold as I felt like it would be and the diving was just as amazing in the Northwest.  In fact, the marine life in the Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands is amazing.  I decided to continue my diving with Adventure Sports by taking advance classes, Stress and Rescue, and Dive Coordinator class.  The new dive buddies and friendships developed through the shop have brought me back time and time again.  Stop by the shop and sign up for an upcoming dive class or trip, I will be looking forward in diving with you too!!!

Kari Miller (DC58991)

Kari fell in love with SCUBA diving from moment she got certified. She started diving with her family in the Pacific Northwest and as her experience grew, so did her passion for diving. She knew after a few months that she wanted to become a Dive Control Specialist and has been thrilled to take her love for diving into the realm of teaching.  From helping new students experience the joys of the underwater world, to building friendships through social activities and dive trips, being apart of the Adventure Sports Dive Team has been more fun than she ever imagined. Come join Kari and the group for an upcoming class or dive trip! And remember… It’s not just a dive, it’s and ADVENTURE!

Cas Falkowski (DC59035)

Like most, I came to Adventure Sports to get certified before traveling away for a vacation. After returning from weeks of diving in tropical waters, I was hooked on exploring the underwater world and have been a familiar face in the shop and on dive trips ever since. It’s rewarding working as a Dive Control Specialist because it allows me to see the smiles on the students faces each time I introduce them to a new world they’ve never experienced before.

Jennifer Chiaratti (DC50264)

I started diving in 2004 because of my husband, MIkel. I must say at first learning to scuba dive was not on the top of my list of things to accomplish. I believed I had a fear of being claustrophobic, but my belief was wrong. Now, I can’t imagine NOT DIVING! All of our vacations are planned around new places to explore not only on land, but underwater. I love to see the smile on the students face when they complete their first open water dive, being a DiveCon guarantees that I can see that smile, and be a part of that journey. I live vicariously through every student, for that “Aha” moment when I knew I too could Dive!

Sebastian in “The Little Mermaid” said it best: “The human world is a mess. Life under the sea is better than anything they’ve got up there!” This is a chance for you to have your cake and eat it too! Learn to dive, and you have opened the door to a whole new world. I will be waiting to serve you a piece of cake!

Ken Maio

I began my diving experience with Adventure Sports in February 2003 and have progressed on a steady pace ever since. My training was world class and from even my earliest dives, I have wanted to grow towards my ultimate long term goal of becoming an Open Water Instructor. I currently have reached the Master Level with SSI and have the privilege of helping the Instructors and Dive Cons with things that I am qualified to do. From helping haul gear to making breakfasts in the morning, or whatever is needed I try and help out.

The benefit to me is the opportunity to continually meet new divers and often accompany them on their first Open Water Dives after certification. It is amazing to watch the new diver’s smiles as they enjoy their first experiences and build confidence as they gain additional knowledge and skills. One thing I believe after diving locally and in far away places, is that training in the NW with Adventure Sports prepares a diver so that they are able to dive with confidence anywhere in the world. I look forward to seeing new faces join us in our underwater adventures and also my next step towards becoming a Dive Con!