People and culture

At The Dive Hub, people come first. We believe scuba is for everyone — every background, every body, every journey. Our culture is built on inclusivity, respect, and shared adventure, because the ocean doesn’t care where you’re from, and neither do we. We celebrate individuality while creating a community where every diver feels seen, supported, and empowered.

For us, culture isn’t a buzzword — it’s the way we dive, teach, and grow together. Whether you’re taking your first breaths underwater or leading others into the blue, you’ll find a team that values you as much as the reefs we protect

Our Team and volunteers embark on a beach clean-up
Our Team and volunteers embark on a beach clean-up
Beauty and Brains.  Racquel is The Real Boss
Beauty and Brains.  Racquel is The Real Boss
Racquel Artuz

"The Real Boss"

Behind every great dive operation is someone who keeps it all together — and for The Dive Hub, that’s Racquel.

Racquel keeps The Dive Hub running — the organizer, the accountant, and the one who makes sure everything adds up. She’s also a skilled Divemaster, proving she’s just as strong in the water as she is behind the scenes.

Gary 'The Gaffer' always enjoys a Red Horse
Gary 'The Gaffer' always enjoys a Red Horse
Gary Ward

“The Gaffer”

PADI Master Instructor, IANTD Normoxic CCR Instructor, mentor, and ocean advocate with nearly 20 years shaping divers worldwide. Known for blending sharp skills with conservation passion, Gary pushes limits just far enough to unlock growth, adventure, and purpose. Whether it’s guiding new divers or leading reef regeneration projects, he brings authority, authenticity, and a touch of wit to every dive.

Noel "Wakang" Alanquihan - Twice voted "Best Spotter" at the Dauin Underwater Photography Comp.
Noel "Wakang" Alanquihan - Twice voted "Best Spotter" at the Dauin Underwater Photography Comp.
Noel Alanquihan

"The Spotter"

Leading most of our dives is the official "Best Spotter Award Winner" and Divemaster extraordinaire, Noel. A lifelong resident of Dauin and an experienced divemaster with 10 years and counting on the reefs here. If it lives and breathes? Noel knows where it lives!

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Tom Horn

“Wheelman”

Tom first discovered scuba on a Caribbean holiday, and the ocean instantly had him hooked. These days, the warm waters of the Sulu Sea and its vibrant corals have won his heart.

As a master instructor, he loves sharing that first‑breath thrill with new divers and seeing the smiles that surface after their very first dive.

Tom Anderson

“Neo”

Mr. Anderson… a PADI MSDT forged in the luxury resorts of the Maldives. Over three years, he guided 1,400 dives, teaching everyone from first‑timers to rescue candidates, and mentoring Divemaster trainees. Beyond the classroom, he led coral restoration projects—building and monitoring frames, and sharing the mission with guests

Now, Neo brings five‑star service, safety‑first discipline, and reef‑saving vision to The Dive Hub.

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