Passionate about the Caribbean ocean
Scuba & Chill was born from a love of diving and the belief that every person deserves a safe, personal and unforgettable underwater experience.
Train safe, responsible divers
Scuba & Chill was created to train responsible, confident divers with professional standards and a healthy diving environment.
We take responsibility for nature and prioritize marine life protection. We participate in coral reef restoration and support PADI AWARE.
Our goal is to show the treasures of the Caribbean Sea while keeping the comfort and services of Bávaro.
Our values
Safety first
We follow PADI safety standards, keep groups small, check equipment carefully and adapt each dive to the right level.
Environmental commitment
We take part in coral reef restoration and support PADI AWARE. Every dive is planned to reduce impact on marine life.
Personalized experiences
We do not run mass dives. Every group has its own pace, interests and level, and we plan around that.
The team
Javier Miguélez González
Partner, Manager and PADI Instructor
Javier started diving in the Caribbean at age 10 and the ocean has been his second home ever since. He holds a degree in Oceanography and Marine Sciences from the Catholic University of Valencia, where he also worked on coral reef restoration research in the Dominican Republic.
That bond with the island brought him to the Caribbean with the mission of sharing the underwater world in a responsible, safe and personal way. His scientific background and passion for education turn each dive into a clear, memorable lesson about Caribbean marine life.
- ★PADI Instructor
- ★Oceanographer and Marine Scientist
- ★Coral reef restoration specialist
- ★PADI AWARE collaborator
Paola Espinosa
PADI Instructor
Paola is an engineer by profession, but diving captured her during her first trip to the Dominican Republic. That first dive changed her path: she trained as a diver, became a Divemaster and later a PADI Instructor in Utila, Honduras.
Today she teaches courses and guides dives in Bayahibe with the same excitement as that first dive. Her patience, technical control and ability to build confidence make her an exceptional instructor.
- ★PADI Instructor
- ★Training in Utila, Honduras
- ★Rescue and underwater emergency training
- ★Open Water and Advanced course instructor
Shall we talk?
Write to us and we will help you choose the right experience.