Diventures in Des Moines

05/21/2026

What do you call your surface marker buoy?

“SMB” is standard, but we’ve heard some fun nicknames around the dive shop.

👉 Share yours in the comments!

❓What's an SMB? It's an inflatable safety tube used by divers to mark their location as they ascend and return to the surface so boats and other divers can see them.

05/20/2026

If you're looking for adventures below AND above the surface, then you should join us in Costa Rica this November!

This trip will be action packed!
👉 Scuba Diving
👉 White-water Rafting
👉 Canopy Zipline
👉 Eco Termales Hot Springs

Book your spot online.
https://travel.diventures.com/trips/costa_rica_november_7_14_2026_0

05/20/2026

As many of you know Diventures carries Shearwater computers. Shearwater makes some of the best dedicated Dive Computers on the market.

We are looking forward to getting our hands on one of these🤿

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04/29/2026

🚨 Bubble Squad, Assemble! 🚨

Diventures Des Moines is teaming up with our dive buddies from Diventures North Liberty to take an epic crew of divers to Mermet Springs over Memorial Day Weekend (May 22–25)… and yes, it’s going to be as awesome as it sounds.

We’re talking:
✈️ A full-on Boeing 727 sitting underwater like it missed its last flight
🚗 Submerged vehicles that definitely don’t have valid insurance anymore
🌀 Swim-throughs and training platforms to channel your inner underwater ninja
🐟 Fish who will absolutely judge your fin kicks

Depths go all the way down to 120 feet, so whether you’re here to cruise, train, or just look really cool blowing bubbles… you’re covered.

💡 New diver? Perfect.
💡 Experienced diver? Also perfect.
💡 Just here for the snacks and vibes? We’ll allow it.

And because we like options (and showing off a little), we’ll be offering certifications all weekend:

* Open Water (hello, new divers 👋)
* Deep (for those who like their water chilly and their bragging rights strong)
* Navigation (because “I swear it was this way” isn’t a plan)
* Night & Limited Visibility (spooky… but make it scuba)
* Wreck (because… obviously)
* Perfect Buoyancy (aka stop bouncing like a human yo-yo)
* Advanced Open Water (level up, diver 🎮)

Whether you’re logging training dives or just out to have a ridiculously good time, this trip delivers.

So grab your gear, your dive buddy, and your sense of adventure… and come make some bubbles with us. 🤿

Spots will fill faster than your tank at the surface—don’t wait!

Contact us at Diventures in Des Moines (515)518-1590
Or
Diventures in North Liberty (319)665-2741

04/26/2026

We haven’t put a Nitrox class together for our recent students in a bit… and honestly, that’s on us. But here’s the good news: Nitrox is basically the “order off the secret menu” of scuba courses—super flexible and built around your schedule if need be.

Busy? No problem. We can even run the class over Microsoft Teams.

If you would prefer a regularly scheduled Nitrox class how about these dates:

May 12th, 7:00- 9:00pm
or
June 9th, 7:00- 9:00pm
or maybe
July 14th, 7:00-9:00pm

And hey—our new “Referral Divers”… you don’t have to wait! You can knock this out before finishing your Open Water certification and show up looking like the overachiever of the dive boat.

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“Why not just breathe air like a regular human?”

Great question. Also… bold assumption that divers are regular humans.

Here’s why Nitrox is the upgrade you didn’t know you needed:

🟢 Increased Safety
Less nitrogen = less risk of decompression sickness. It’s like giving your body a little extra buffer… because “oops” at 60 feet is not a great story.

🟢 Extended Bottom Time
Let’s be honest—dive trips aren’t cheap.
At 60 feet:

* Air = ~43 minutes
* Nitrox (32%) = ~76 minutes

That’s not a small bump… that’s “your buddy is heading up and you’re still down there living your best life” kind of difference.

🟢 Shorter Surface Intervals
Less nitrogen buildup means you’re back in the water faster. More dives, less waiting around pretending you enjoy snacks that much.

🟢 Reduced Fatigue
Science says “ehhh, maybe.”
Divers say “ABSOLUTELY.”
Call it bro-science, but when Nitrox divers are still going strong at dinner and air divers are face-down in a plate of fries… the evidence speaks.

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Several Diventures trips—like Iberostar in Cozumel—include Nitrox in the package. And trust me, nothing hits quite like watching your friends squeeze in longer dives while you’re already back on the boat rethinking your life choices.

On our last Cozumel trip, 35 divers showed up… 33 were on Nitrox.
The other 2? Yeah… they signed up for the class as soon as they got home. Lesson learned.

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Bottom line:
More time underwater, more safety margin, less waiting around, and more energy to enjoy the trip.

04/19/2026

Join us at Diventures in Des Moines for New Diver Day—where your underwater adventure officially begins! 🌊🤿

We’re rolling out the bubbles and the prizes to help you dive in the right way. Whether you’re just getting curious or ready to take the plunge, this is your chance to gear up and get inspired.

🎁 What’s up for grabs?

* Masks to see the underwater world clearly
* Fins to kickstart your journey
* Massive towels (because yes… you’ll get wet 😄)
* And the big one… a FREE Open Water Scuba Certification course!

Come hang out, meet fellow future divers, and take your first step toward exploring a whole new world beneath the surface.

Don’t just dip your toes in… dive all the way in with us!

04/18/2026

The Scubafest Party is today!!🤿🎉
Don't forget to wear a Diventures shirt to earn an extra entry towards epic prizes.

04/18/2026

Ready to try scuba without committing to a full course? This is your moment 👇

On April 25th, we’re giving a few lucky future divers the chance to take their first breath underwater—no experience needed!

Jump into a warm pool, gear up, and cruise around while blowing bubbles like a pro (or at least looking like one 😎). You’ll be under the guidance of professional scuba instructors the whole time, so you can relax, have fun, and see what the underwater world is all about—safely and confidently.

Spots are limited, so don’t miss out on this bubble-blasting adventure. Sign up now and come make some waves! 🌊🤿

04/17/2026

It’s Shearwater Day at Diventures in Des Moines 🤿🔥

Tonight at 6:00 PM, Tim Inglis from Shearwater Research is bringing the deep knowledge (and maybe a few secrets of the pros 👀) straight to the shop!

Thinking about getting your first Shearwater? Curious what all those advanced features actually do on the one you already own? This seminar has you covered—from beginner basics to next-level dive geekery.

📅 Tonight — April 17
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Diventures – Des Moines

Come hang out, learn something new, and get one step closer to diving smarter, safer, and cooler 😎🌊

04/16/2026