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Ocean Stewardship at Kohala Divers

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How We Support the Environment

PADI Green Star Dive Center

Kohala Divers has been awarded the PADI Green Star Award, which recognizes dive centers that implement sustainable business practices, reduce environmental impact, and actively participate in marine conservation efforts.


PADI 100% AWARE Dive Center

We proudly support Project AWARE, an organization dedicated to protecting marine life and combating ocean pollution. As part of our commitment:


  • A portion of the proceeds from every PADI certification goes to Project AWARE to support conservation programs.
  • Every diver we certify receives a PADI AWARE certification card, signifying their role in protecting the underwater world.


Partnering with Ocean Defenders Alliance

We work closely with Ocean Defenders Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to removing abandoned fishing gear and debris from the ocean. Together, we organize quarterly reef and ocean cleanups, ensuring our local waters remain healthy for marine life and future generations.

Learn more about our partners: Ocean Defenders Alliance
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How You Can Get Involved

We believe that every diver, snorkeler, and ocean enthusiast can make a difference! Here’s how you can help:

Join our Kohala Coast Dive Club

Participate in cleanup dives and eco-friendly events.

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Volunteer for beach cleanups

Not a diver? Still help by removing litter from shorelines.

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Be a responsible diver

Follow sustainable diving practices.

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Together, we can make a difference!

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Our Environmental Pledge

The precious coral reefs of Hawaii are facing many serious threats from human actions. Divers, snorkelers and other recreational ocean users can harm coral reef ecosystems if they behave carelessly and do not show respect for marine life. Hundreds of thousands of people visit Hawaiian reefs every year so small individiual actions can add up to have a significant effect. Because we care about our coral reefs and want to do everything possible to reduce human impacts , we ask that you commit to not participate in potentially destructive behavior.


Following these rules of responsible marine recreation will help you to better understand and appreciate coral reefs while you help to preserve this unique ecosystem for future generations.


  1. Never Touch, stand on or kick the coral reef or any live coral
  2. Carefully select points of entry and exit to avoid damaging reefs 3. Secure all dangling equipment/ accessories
  3. Maintain Nuetral buoyancy at all times underwater (divers)
  4. Maintain a comfortable distance from the bottom that does not kick up sediments or allow you to come into contact with the reef while SCUBA diving or freediving
  5. Never throw food or rubbish into the water or feed fish
  6. 7Never chase, move or manipulate marine life or habitat
  7. Wear reef safe sunscreen only (even if applied on land it ends up in our oceans)
  8. If you are new to Hawaii waters go with a guide for the first time to learn local waterways, ocean conditions, marine life and local guidelines and regulations


 I pledge to minimize my impact to the sensitive coral ecosystem by following these rules of responsible marine recreatione.