Catalina Scuba Luv Staff page. Catalina Island California

Bob Kennedy – “BK" or "B-Kizzel”

Hometown – South Pasadena, CA

Certifications

PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer
SSI Crossover Trainer
DSAT Tec Deep Instructor
EFR Instructor
TDI Master Instructor
22 PADI Specialty Instructor Ratings
Certified EMT
100 Ton USCG Captain's License
Father of Four (ALL GIRLS)
Did we mention he's the mayor?!

Favorite Dive Site – Farnsworth Banks, Ship Rock or Bob's Mountain.

Quote – “You know what really burns my bum?...”

Bob has been enjoying the island since he was born. As a child BK frequently visited the island to enjoy a day of sailing. He started diving in 1971 and became instantly hooked. After marrying his college sweetheart, Tina (a.k.a. Mrs. Mayor), he came to the island to make his way. In 1984 he and Tina started the Catalina Diving Resort out of one of the hotels on the island. Since that time the pair ditched the hotel industry and totally submerged themselves in SCUBA. Now Bob is happiest with a rebreather on his back and a camera in his hands.

Why Scuba Luv?

"I love being able to share my experience on the water and my passion for the ocean with our friends and guests. I also love the challenge of keeping everyone safe on a daily basis."

Bob's Scuba Gear:

BCD – Scubapro Classic
Reg – Atomic Titanium
Mask – Scubapro Frameless
Wetsuit – Oneill Avalon
Fins – Scubapro Twin Jets
Computer – Uwatec (Recreation) VR3 (Technical)

Tina Kennedy: “TK" or "Mrs. Mayor”

Hometown – Banning, Ca

Scuba Certifications

Rescue Diver for Life or ... the 10-year Divemaster program

Favorite Dive Site – Blue Car Wreck or Red Rock Quarry

Quote –“Everything is hilarious.” Or “It will all work out.”

Living on the island for more than 25 years, Tina spends her time raising kids – raising adults and keeping everything afloat and the chaos semi-orderly. Mother of four girls and six professional divers she spends the off season teaching pre-school because she just can’t get enough. Understandingly she loves diving for its serene peacefulness. She loves spending time looking for the little things; brittle star fish, giant kelp fish and nudibranches.

Why Scuba Luv?

"We have the best people for co-workers. I love being surrounded by multi-talented people who “luv” what they do."

Tina’s Scuba Gear:

BCD – Scubapro Classic
Reg – Atomic
Mask – Omer
Wetsuit – Henderson Gold Core
Fins – Atomic Split
Computer – Uwatec Smart Com

Nicolette "Nickey" Kennedy

aka: Bubba

Avalon, CA

Jr. openwater diver (training for advance)

Favorite Dive Sites: Red Rock Quarry, Indian Rock, Garibaldi

Quote:"Yeah man!"

Nicolette has attended all of Avalon Schools. The youngest of Kennedy girls is very adventurous. Loves to go to the beach, and play sports.

Why CSL? IT is a family working environment

Dive gear?

Wetsuit-Deep Sea, my size!
Mask-OMNI jr.
Scubapro bc

Tim Mitchell: “Kiwi" or "SCUBA JERK”

Hometown - New Plymouth, New Zealand

Scuba Certifications

PADI IDC Staff Instructor
DSAT Tec Deep/Trimix Instructor
EFR Instructor
TDI Rebreather
17 PADI Specialty Instructor Ratings

Favorite Dive Site – Farnsworth Bank or Little Farnsworth

Quote: “I think I'll go diving for a change.”

Born and raised in New Zealand, Tim moved to the USA and Catalina Island in September 2000. He began working as a Divemaster and later became an instructor. Since that time he harnesses his creativity as a musician, photographer and videographer. Checkout his online portfolio at www.ExperienceThisProductions.com

Why Scuba Luv?

"To work at Scuba Luv is to become a member of an extended Kennedy family, this is useful when my own family is 7500 miles away. I love the fun work environment, and my enjoyable and fun workmates."

Tim’s Scuba Gear:

BCD – DiveRite Harness
Reg – Scuba Pro S550/ Sherwood Brut
Mask – Deep Sea Omni
Wetsuit – O’neill J-Type
Fins – Scubapro Twin Jet
Computer – Suunto D9

Chris Blehm

PADI #155709
Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Resort Operations Specialist
Nitrox Instructor and Blender
Lots of Specialty Certs

BA - English and Drama - The Colorado College
Professional Clear Credential - English - Cal State Long Beach
MFA - Creative Writing - National University

Favorite Dive Site

Boat: Ship Rock
Shore: Casino Point
Worldwide: Ras Muhammad - Sharm el Sheikh

Quote: “Far better to dare mighty things, even though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.” - Teddy Roosevelt

Why ScubaLuv?

The sense of family and friendliness combined with dedication and professionalism make ScubaLuv the best place to work and dive.

Chris's Gear

Reg: ScubaPro MK20 A700 or G500, + AIR2
BCD: Jet Harness or ScubaPro back plate
Mask: ScubaPro Frameless
WS: 7mm one piece w/ hooded vest
Fins: ScubaPro split fins w/ spring straps
Computer: Old school Uwatec blue brick

Mark Guccione

From: Born and raised in Southern California

Interests: Surfing, sailing, free diving.

Certification Agencies:

Naui
Padi

Diving History:

Northern and southern California Beach and Chanel Islands, two Hawaiian Islands, US and British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, central and southern Florida, Roatan, Belize, Guanaja, Cozumel, Lake Havasu, Lake Mohave, Lake Perris, Irvine Lake as a safety diver for the boat racers and Puddingstone Lake as a dive tech, we set up of the drag boat course the first year the boats raced at this lake, and a bunch of golf course lakes.

Certification History:

Naui Basic Cert 1976-Padi ADV 1978- Padi Rsq 1979-Padi D.M. 1979-Padi A.I 1980-Padi OW Instructor 1981- Master Instructor 1993- USC Hyperbaric chamber operator 1984

Number of Logged Dives:

I hope to reach 7000 this year

Dive Classification:

Master Instructor

Years diving:

35 years

Dive Equipment:

A lot!!!

Why Scuba Luv:

I don't work every day.... But when I do.... I work for the BEST. Stay diving my friends.

Quote:

I'm always learning!

Quentin Bubb

Certifications

PADI Rescue Diver, DM in training
Nitrox Blender
100 ton USCG License on the way
TDI Rebreather
17 PADI Specialty Instructor Ratings

Favorite Dive Site – I'm happy anywhere on the island.

Quote: "I may look young but I'm qualified"

Born in Redlands, CA played tennis in high school and now attends LMU. He has been coming to the island since he was a toddler and now enjoys living on the island during the summer and working hard. Not sure what he wants to do when he gets older, "there are just too many options."