Our Staff

• Jimmy Redfearin

  Diving since the mid 1970s, Jimmy has been teaching since 1977. He is a Pro 5000 Diver and Pro 5000 Instructor. Jimmy is the COO of “The Water Habitat” and is heavily involved in all aspects of dive operations.

• Craig Humphreys

  Craig started diving in high school and brings two decades of experience to our dive center and dive operations. Craig is a Dive Control Specialist and uniquely qualified to assist you with your diving questions and needs as well as equipment service.

• Brian Burback

  Brian is a Dive Control Specialist and the newest professional member of our staff. Brian is involved in diver training as well as customer service and equipment repairs.

• Carlos Johnson

  Carlos is a staff instructor with experience ranging from SCUBA training to fire & rescue training

• Lee Weems

  Lee is a local dive leader and a First-Aid/CPR instructor

• Bryan Wimberly

  Bryan is a staff instructor with experience in fire & rescue training.

• Sharon Ellis

  Sharon is a staff instructor with experience in rescue training.

Upcoming Events

• Feb13 NEW - SCUBA class starting (Monday evenings)
  Details

  NEW - SCUBA class starting (Monday evenings)

  • Date: 2/13/2012 - 3/19/2012
  • Time: 6pm - 9pm
  • Location: The Water Habitat

  GET SCUBA CERTIFIED!
  Take our Open Water SCUBA Certification Class to get started as a licensed SCUBA diver.
  
  By using our system of Comfort Through Repetition from Scuba Schools International (SSI), you will learn to dive with actions and comfort that feel like second nature.
  
  This class will be just on Monday evenings starting on February 13th at 6pm at the store and will run until March, 19th. (Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel.)
  
  Dates cover classroom and pool instruction.
  Checkout dives scheduled later. (In time to join our July dive trip to Belize!)
  
  Space is limited!
  
  Contact Us to register or if you have any questions.
  Phone: (318)443-5075
  Cell: (318)613-1841 - Jimmy
  Email: contact@thewaterhabitat.com
  
  Visit the SSI web site - www.divessi.com/owd

• Mar19 NEW-SCUBA class (Mon/Wed nights)
  Details

  NEW-SCUBA class (Mon/Wed nights)

  • Date: 3/19/2012 - 4/4/2012
  • Time: 6pm - 9pm
  • Location: The Water Habitat

  GET SCUBA CERTIFIED!
  Take our Open Water SCUBA Certification Class to get started as a licensed SCUBA diver.
  
  By using our system of Comfort Through Repetition from Scuba Schools International (SSI), you will learn to dive with actions and comfort that feel like second nature.
  
  Experience the thrill of a whole new world by taking our beginning scuba class. Receive a certification card (c-card) upon completion of the course and start on the path to diving adventure.
  
  This class will meet twice a week, Monday and Wednesday evenings starting Monday, March 19th at 6pm at the store and will run until Wednesday, April, 4th. (Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel.)
  
  Dates cover classroom and pool instruction.
  Checkout dives scheduled later. (In time to join our July trip to Belize!)
  
  Space is limited!
  
  Contact Us to register or for more details.
  Phone: (318)443-5075
  Cell: (318)613-1841 - Jimmy
  Email: contact@thewaterhabitat.com
  
  Visit the SSI web site - www.divessi.com/owd

• Apr11 NEW-SCUBA class starting
  Details

  NEW-SCUBA class starting

  • Date: 4/11/2012 - 4/30/2012
  • Time: 6pm - 9pm
  • Location: The Water Habitat

  GET SCUBA CERTIFIED!
  Take our Open Water SCUBA Certification Class to get started as a licensed SCUBA diver.
  
  By using our system of Comfort Through Repetition from Scuba Schools International (SSI), you will learn to dive with actions and comfort that feel like second nature.
  
  Course begins Wednesday, 4/11, 6pm at the store and will meet on Monday and Wednesdays through April 30th. (Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel.)
  
  When you finish your SSI training and become certified as an Open Water Diver, you’ll truly be ready to begin the adventure of your dreams!
  
  Dates cover classroom and pool instruction.
  Checkout dives scheduled later. (In time to join our July dive trip to Belize!)
  
  Space is limited! Hurry, before it’s full!
  (Certifications dives can be done as a referral elsewhere if needed.)
  
  Contact Us to register or if you have any questions.
  Phone: (318)443-5075
  Cell: (318)613-1841 - Jimmy
  Email: contact@thewaterhabitat.com
  
  Visit the SSI web site - www.divessi.com/owd

• May19 Annual Underwater Golf Ball Hunt
  Details

  Annual Underwater Golf Ball Hunt

  • Date: 5/19/2012
  • Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: Toledo Bend

  SCHEDULE:
  8:30 am - Depart from The Water Habitat (for those who want to follow or carpool with others).
  11:00 - Teams in the water for finding the golf balls (45 minute time limit)
  12:00 - Hamburgers, chips and drink
  12:30 - Drawings for prizes.
  
  COST: Divers - $15.00 each, Non-divers $5.00
  DIVE LEADERS: Carlos Johnson and Lee Weems
  LOCATION: Exact location to be determined depending on lake conditions.
  
  Call or come by the dive store to sign up or for more details.

• Jul14 Hamanasi Adventure 2012
  Details

  Hamanasi Adventure 2012

  • Date: 7/14/2012 - 7/21/2012
  • Time:
  • Location: Hamanasi Resort, Belize

  Join us for our July 14-21 Adventure!
  -Hamanasi Resort, Belize (Named Belize Resort of the Year)
  -Beachfront Rooms (Double Occupancy)
  -Meals included
  -Diving and Land Adventures Included
  -Roundtrip Transfers from Belize City
  -Pool Refresher - Half Price Equipment Rentals from The Water Habitat - Group Leader - Equipment Check
  -Room upgrades available
  
  www.Hamanasi.com
  
  ONLY $1799 plus airfare
  
  See The Water Habitat for details!