About Us
Welcome to Thin Blue Dive
Thin Blue Dive is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving police officers, firefighters, EMS professionals, and their families through the life-changing experiences of scuba diving, adventure, and community. We believe those who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving others deserve opportunities to decompress, reconnect with their families, and build meaningful relationships with people who understand the unique challenges of first responder life. Our mission is to use Scuba Diving to help our local first responders relax and disconnect from the stressors of their careers. As well as offer an exciting activity the entire family can do together, strengthening the family bond.
Through Discover Scuba experiences, scuba certifications, and group dive trips, Thin Blue Dive makes the underwater world accessible to first responders and their families, regardless of their previous diving experience. We strive to create a welcoming community where individuals can step away from the demands of their careers, experience stress relief, develop new skills, explore incredible destinations, and create lasting memories with like-minded people.
At Thin Blue Dive, we believe scuba diving is about more than exploring beneath the surface. It is about building friendships, strengthening families, supporting first responder wellness, and creating a community that understands and supports one another. We proudly invite police officers, firefighters, EMS professionals, and their families to become part of our mission and discover the adventure waiting below the surface. Thin Blue Dive — Serving Those Who Serve, One Dive at a Time.
Meet Our Team
Meet the dedicated team behind Thin Blue Dive. Our instructors and Dive Masters are not only experienced professionals but also passionate individuals who are committed to sharing their knowledge and love for scuba diving. Get to know the people who will guide you through your diving journey and ensure your safety and enjoyment.

Johnathan
President / PADI Instructor
I’ve been diving for nearly twenty years and have been all over the would exploring our oceans. When I’m not teaching I tend to have a camera in my hand trying to capture the perfect moment!
I come from a Law Enforcement background with experience in proactive policing, working as a Detective, and Dignitary Protection.

Raymond
Vice President / advanced open water Diver
Raymond (Ray) has been Diving for several years and has dove all over the Caribbean, along with Fiji in the South Pacific. With over twenty years in law enforcement Ray specializes in traffic enforcement.

Evan
Board member / PADI Instructor
Evan has over a decade in Law Enforcement and currently specializes in public safety diving. Evan recently earned his PADI Instructor certification and is training new divers for public safety diving.
