Meet Your Dive Staff

Provo Turtle Divers' staff features the most experienced, friendliest and helpful dive instructors and captains on the island - for your enjoyment, safety and most of all FUN!
 
Dave, originally from Virginia, has owned Provo Turtle Divers since 2002. You will more than likely see Dave as a captain, divemaster, instructor or photographer - he has gills! He is also the unofficial shark whisperer in the group - so he's the guy to dive with if you want to see a shark or two! Melinda, originally from California, finally hung up her saddle and boots and has been here since December 2002. If you've sent an email to us, then you've already met her!  She occasionally escapes for a dive or two.
Nikki, originally from Canada, arrived in Provo over 6 years ago.  She calls Provo her home and shares it with her Pot Cake (island dog) Bailey. Nikki is one of our instructor extraordinaires and also works with our kids programs. Mark, a Master Instructor, joined our staff in November 2005. Originally from the UK, he decided to travel to this side of the world to continue his record setting instruction - he has certified more divers than you can believe!
Eric, a real veteran of the islands, is our newest captain. He has lived here on Provo for over 9 years and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our dive operation.  Originally from Canada, Provo is now his home. Denise, joined our staff in February of 1995 and is the heart and soul of our retail store at Ocean Club.  She has the cleanest store on the island and never has a tee-shirt out of place.  She is the lady to see about booking an excursion while here!
Tanya, born and raised here on Provo, has been with us since June 2001.  She keeps the shop at Ocean Club West in tip top shape! She is also a waitress and knows all the good places to eat. Nemo, born in July 2004, is our ever present mascot. From Medford, Oregon, he arrived here at the age of 10 weeks. He is the official greeter at the shop and loves rawhide bones if you'd like to bring him one!
Shark Bait, is an island dog better known as a "Pot Cake" who showed up on our doorstep in Dec 2005 as a wee puppy. Her cute face and friendly disposition sealed her fate as our shop dog instantly!