Brittney Melick
“Being part of the Dive Pirates Foundation,” Brittney says, “means reclaiming strength, purpose, and peace one dive at a time.”
Patriot Diving
Located in the vibrant Occoquan Historic District of Northern Virginia, Patriot Diving is more than just a dive shop—it’s a community where adventure, passion, and inclusivity come together.
Scuba By Design
Scuba by Design is a California Dive center affiliated with both PADI and the Handicapped Scuba Association (HSA).
Davy Jones Explorers

Davy Jones Explorers is a scuba diving training organization that is a proud chapter of the Dive Pirates Foundation, utilizing the latest adaptive dive training techniques from the RAID dive training agency. They are located in the Greater Houston Area.
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Mark Fitzpatrick
Mark Fitzpatrick
After a childhood accident, Omaha’s Mark Fitzpatrick discovers renewed freedom and purpose through adaptive scuba diving with the Dive Pirates Foundation.
William “Bill” Mowery Jr
Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Nevada businessman and Shriner Bill Mowery dives into new possibilities through adaptive scuba and community service.
Shelby Estocado
Adaptive athlete and former Team USA baseball player Shelby Estocado takes her drive from the field to the ocean through adaptive scuba diving.
Carlos Gonzalez
Army veteran and former police officer Carlos Gonzalez finds healing and freedom through adaptive scuba diving after a life-changing injury and neurological diagnosis.