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Mac's Sports Inc. Tarpon

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One of the Top rateds in Tarpon Springs


Address

926 N Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, United States

Website

www.macssports.com

Contact

+1 727-942-3483

Rating on Google Maps

5.00 (121 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11 am to 7 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 7 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 7 pm

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  • 5/5 Sherry G. 10 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Just returned from the Keys with Billy Carvallo of Mac's Sports Tarpon Springs/Billy's Underwater Adventures, diving with Conch Republic, staying with Ocean Point Resort. The trip was amazing, Billy's trips are special because he has a relationship with every single one of his divers, he understands where they are skill wise, what they need, and what they want. He always cooks a fabulous welcome meal the first night with a dive brief, where we have an opportunity to socialize; meet new divers and re-ignite our dive friendships. He listens to us, he laughs with us, and he develops us into the best divers we can be. What he has accomplished is simply amazing, he has created a "dive family" most of us go on trips we wouldn't or couldn't normally go on simply because of the other people he has going. Billy picks up the phone and personally calls each student to invite us on his trips and he tells us who else is going. This creates an incentive. I wasn't planning to go to the Keys this trip, but I changed my mind last minute because of the people that were going. We had such a great time diving, eating, laughing, and talking about scuba diving. I dive with several dive shops/groups in the Tampa/St.Pete area, and no one has been able to do what Billy has done with his students. I've never seen a person work as hard as Billy does to run his store and work with his divers on his trips. We all appreciate Billy so much for what he does and what he delivers to us.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erin A. 7 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    Who would have known that learning scuba diving, could be so much fun, thanks to Billy Carvallo. I had taken his class and and was able to overcome my anxiety about being underwater. Such a knowledgeable and experienced Dive Master with so much care for the people he’s teaching. He taught us all the techniques and worked with everybody individually based on their specific needs. I’ve also had another great experience with Mike Odette, he answered my questions and helped me with some gear in the store. I highly recommend taking classes from Billy Carvallo.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Suzanne W. 7 months ago on Google • 41 reviews
    I took a scuba discovery class at Macs sports Tarpon Springs. Billy, the instructor, was extremely patient with me as I was very nervous about my first experience scuba diving. He was able to help me overcome my fears by easing me into the process slowly. My husband and I then signed up for the open water certification scuba class. Billy was extremely efficient and knowledgeable in his teaching. I highly recommend signing up for the open water certification with Billy. He goes above and beyond to ensure your safety and making sure you learn the skills needed to be a successful scuba diver. We also visited the clearwater location and Mike O. Was was very helpful and knowledgeable answering all of our questions. We are looking forward to future dive trips and exploring the oceans! Thanks, Billy. You're the BEST!

  • 5/5 Eric R. 4 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Billy at Mac sports in Tarpon is one of the nicest guys to do business with. It's always pleasant to walk in and have him there to help and chat with. While the shop is small, they have everything you need, and the service here is top-notch. He is an experienced diver as well and a great source of knowledge. Highly recommend this local shop for all your diving needs.

  • 5/5 Jeff C. 6 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Just got back from a dive weekend with Billy in the keys! What a great experience! Billy greets everyone with a hosted dinner gathering on Friday night it gives everyone a chance to chat and catch up with old friends and meet the newer divers . The dive company provides a safe and friendly environment with great diving spots. Highly recommend going on dive trip with Billy!

  • 5/5 Paul B. 6 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    I’m so glad I switched to Mac’s Sports in Tarpon Springs as my dive shop. I began diving late in life, 75 plus. Billy Carvallo at the shop has been a tremendous asset in helping me advance my skills and certifications, both in the classroom and water Mac’s has its own indoor pool to allow for a convenient training location. The shop is also well stocked with top notch dive equipment. Billy organizes frequent dive trips, both locally and internationally. The trips are very well planned and executed with all the details of lodging and diving taken care of. Rainbow River, the Keys, the Bahamas (shark dive), West Palm (Goliath grouper aggregation), and an upcoming trip to Honduras are just a few of the opportunities available to dive with Billy while improving your diving skills and making new friends. 5 stars plus!

  • 5/5 Christopher W. 7 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Wanted to learn to scuba dive for a long time. Asked around and found Mac's to be the best fit for us to learn. So glad I did. First I visited the Drew st. store and had a good conversation and tour with Mike Odette. My wife and I signed up with Billy C. for our open water certification at the Tarpon Springs store. We did the 2 weekend class which was convenient for our schedules. The class was educational, informative and fun. Billy is an AWESOME instructor who gets right to the point, makes the material practical, easy to learn and understandable. He made the class fun, he is a low key comedian lol. We will be diving with Billy and Mac's for future dive trips. I will recommend Mac's Sports and the coolest😎 dive instructor Billy C. to all my family and friends who are interested in scuba diving!!!! Special shout out to dive master Rich D. for all of his help. Thank you.

  • 5/5 Jimmy L. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    I live in Newport News VA. My mother and father moved from WV to Hudson, FL six months ago. I had just finished my open water scuba cert pool work and class room work at the time my parents moved to FL. I searched for a SSI dive shop close to Hudson to see if I could complete Open Water in FL. That is how I found MAC Sports and the Master Diver called Billy! He allowed me to completed training and we dove at that time in Rainbow River. I had the best of time. Billy stayed in touch with me and sent me info about a trip to the Keys with his MAC sports family. I signed up and brought my wife and my mom and dad met us there. We flew into Miami and drove to Key Largo. First time to the Keys. Billy set up all my hotel arrangements and diving. Billy cooked dinner for entire group Friday night. WOW. The dives on Sat and Sun were amazing. I can say this with certainty, being on two dive events now, Billy’s MAC Sports family out of Tarpon Springs is the best. Did not feel like an outsider and glad to say I feel part of this family now. Thank you so much Billy, we all had the best trip due to you!

  • 5/5 FERENC M. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    I got my certification a few weeks ago. Billy was my instructor, who is the best in the business. He has decades of diving experience and teaches you real life situations and practical applications. When you start out as a scuba diver, the most important lesson to learn is how to stay calm in any situation. Billy will explain dozens of scenarios and show you how to react or avoid them. He will make you extremely comfortable in the water, and you will be ready to enjoy the beauty of the water-world right away. Very fun class. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 bonnie r. 6 months ago on Google
    After not diving for 10+ years I signed up for a class with Billie to get re-certified and dive again and I am so happy I did. Billie is knowledgeable, experienced, friendly and helpful. He truly loves to dive. If you are thinking about getting back into diving again- or just advance your skill level go talk to Billie! He is my "go to" when I have a question about diving or dive gear. Billie recommended the travel dive bag to fit 2 sets of gear for a trip we took last week, and it was perfect for us. Thank you Billie for all your help in and out of the water!

  • 5/5 Nikki K. 7 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Just completed the open water dive certification with Billy and Rich at Mac’s sports. They made this experience so special and memorable for me and my son. They are committed to your safety and teaching you the skills you need to dive. I feel confident and can’t wait to continue to explore.


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    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
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    • ✓️ In-store pick-up
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    • ✓️ Small business

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