DIVER ONE
HAWAII
One Private Specialty Scuba Instructor on the magical Kona coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. All dives are private, individuals, couples, and small groups only. Diver One Hawaii is not a large tour operator, but a small scuba Ohana building friendships for a lifetime.
The world's largest and most recognized scuba training organization — trusted by divers in over 180 countries.
15 PADI specialty courses — Deep Diver, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, Nitrox, Search and Recovery, and more.
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
All PADI recreational courses from Bubble Maker through Divemaster.
PADI Emergency First Responder Instructor
CPR, First Aid, Child CPR, and AED — the prerequisite for PADI Rescue Diver.
PADI PRO check INSTRUCTOR #415609
Certifications
COURSES & TRAINING
From Bubble Maker through assistant instructor .Learn all required scuba diving courses from the comfort of your home using your phone or computer — all scuba training is taught privately, one-on-one, with premium D.I.R. gear. Ever wonder how the pros look so professional? Cave divers, technical divers, Rescue divers — their gear is streamlined, their movements are controlled, and nothing is out of place. That's D.I.R. — Do It Right. It's a diving philosophy built around proper equipment configuration, precise buoyancy, and safety technique. Travis teaches every student the D.I.R. way from day one, because good habits built early make you a safer, more confident diver for life.If you prefer a jacket style bcd for any reason, please let us know you or your groups sizes before dive day and we will have those ready for you.
Bubble Maker / Seal Team 6
Ages 8+ · Pool Only
The first breath underwater. A safe, supervised pool experience designed for young adventurers ready to discover the underwater world. Seal Team includes fun underwater games and obstacles.
$299Discover Scuba
Resort-Based · Ages 10+
Pool session and shore dive. Or just pool. The perfect introduction to scuba diving without leaving your resort.
$199-$399Open Water Diver
Ages 10+
The world's most recognized scuba certification. Private instruction means you learn at your pace, with undivided expert attention.
Advanced Diver
Ages 12+
Expand your skills and dive deeper — literally. Five adventure dives including navigation and deep diving on the Kona Coast.
Rescue Diver
Ages 12+
The course that changes how you think about diving. Learn to prevent and manage problems in and out of the water.
Divemaster
PADI Professional Level
The first level of PADI professional certification. Lead dives, assist instructors, and take your diving to a professional standard. Inquire within for details.
The Pinnacle
Master Diver
5 Days · The Pinnacle
The highest non-professional recreational diving rating. Five days of intensive training on the world-class Kona Coast. Premium backplate & wing gear supplied throughout.
Premium backplate & wing gear supplied on all dives · If Mask & fins are needed, please let me know your size before dive day!
Kona Coast
GUIDED SHORE DIVES
World-class Private guided dives.
Kailua Bay
A classic Kona shore dive with calm, clear water and abundant marine life. Perfect for all certification levels.
Manta Heaven
One of the world's most famous night dives. Giant Pacific manta rays feed on plankton drawn by dive lights — an experience unlike anything else.
Mile Marker Four
A local favorite along the Kona Coast. Lava formations, diverse reef life, and the kind of visibility that makes Hawaii famous.
Kealakekua Bay
A marine sanctuary and one of the most pristine dive sites in Hawaii. Accessible only by boat or kayak — Travis handles the logistics.
Custom Day Dive
You choose the site, Travis guides the dive. Ideal for certified divers who want a private, personalized experience on the Kona Coast.
Custom Night Dive
The Kona Coast transforms after dark. Octopus, lobster, sleeping fish, and bioluminescence — a completely different ocean awaits.
Want a two-tank dive? Add a second tank for just $100 more.
D.I.R.
Do It Right
D.I.R. is a dive philosophy built on one principle: there are no shortcuts underwater. Every system, every technique, every piece of gear is chosen and configured for maximum safety, efficiency, and performance.
Travis teaches the D.I.R. methodology on every dive — from your first breath in the pool to your Master Diver certification. It's not just a style of diving. It's a standard.
Premium Backplate & Wing
Supplied on every dive. The backplate and wing system is the gold standard of DIR diving — stable, streamlined, and purpose-built.
Private Instruction Only
No group classes. No shared attention. Every student gets Travis's full focus, every dive.
One Instructor. One Owner.
Diver One Hawaii has one owner and one instructor — Travis Swartz.
Resort-Based Options
All courses and guided dives available without leaving your resort. Bubble Maker and Seal Team also available.
Kona town local
TRAVIS SWARTZ
PADI Specialty Scuba Instructor
Travis Swartz is a PADI Specialty Scuba Instructor — a member of the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, the world's most recognized scuba training organization. PADI certification means Travis has met the highest professional standards in dive education and safety.
Travis Swartz is Diver One Hawaii — the sole instructor, the owner, and the person who will be in the water with you on every dive. There's no staff, no substitutes, no surprises.
Teaching the D.I.R. (Do It Right) dive philosophy, Diver One brings a level of technical precision and personal commitment that simply doesn't exist in group dive operations. Every student, every certification, every guided dive gets full attention.
15 specialties Available
SPECIALTY DIVER
TRAINING
Go deeper into the skills that matter most to you. 15 specialties — each taught privately on the Kona Coast.
Deep Diver
Night Diver
Wreck Diver
Enriched Air Nitrox
Underwater Navigation
Underwater Digital Photographer
Underwater Naturalist
PADI AWARE
AWARE Coral Reef Conservationist
Boat Diver
Specialty Certification
Private instruction · Premium gear supplied · Kona Coast
Emergency Training
FIRST RESPONDER INSTRUCTOR
Travis is a certified First Responder Instructor — teaching the life-saving skills that every diver, and every person, should know. The course covers CPR, First Aid, Child CPR, and AED use in a single comprehensive certification.
Whether you're a diver wanting to complete your Rescue Diver prerequisites or simply someone who wants to be prepared in an emergency, this course delivers real-world skills that matter.
CPR — Adult & Child
Hands-on CPR training for adults and children. Learn the technique, the rhythm, and the confidence to act when it counts.
First Aid
Comprehensive first aid covering wound care, shock management, injury assessment, and emergency response protocols.
AED Training
Automated External Defibrillator certification — how to use it, when to use it, and why it saves lives.
Rescue Diver Prerequisite
This course satisfies the First Responder prerequisite for PADI Rescue Diver certification. Stack it with your dive training.
Special Rates
10% OFF FORCouples and groups
Military
10% Off
Active duty, veterans, and military families receive 10% off all courses and guided dives. Thank you for your service.
Mention your discount when booking. Discounts apply to all courses and guided dives. Cannot be combined with other offers.
Ready to Dive?
BOOK YOUR DIVE
Private instruction. Premium gear. The Kona Coast. Contact Travis directly to discuss your course, schedule your dive, or ask any questions.
Courses
Open Water → Divemaster
$999 +
Guided Dives
4 Kona Coast Sites
$299 per dive · +$100 extra tank
Specialty Courses
15 Certifications
$399 most specialties
First Responder
CPR / First Aid / AED
$499