FWB Scuba | Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Spearfishing on Florida’s Emerald Coast

Learn the skills, prepare for the hunt and explore the Gulf of Mexico with experienced local divers and spearfishing professionals.

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Training, Equipment and Local Knowledge

Everything You Need to Get Started

FWB Scuba offers spearfishing equipment, local diving knowledge and training opportunities for both beginning and experienced underwater hunters.

Emerald Coast spearfishing diver with a harvested fish

Underwater Hunter Training

Learn the Art of Spearfishing

Learn spearfishing fundamentals, fish identification, hunting techniques, equipment considerations and responsible harvesting practices from experienced local underwater hunters.

Training is useful for divers who are completely new to spearfishing as well as experienced hunters who want to improve their skills and local knowledge.

Ask about the PADI Underwater Hunter course, which combines academic instruction with two open-water hunting dives.

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Prepare for the Hunt

Spearfishing Support from FWB Scuba

Training

Develop fundamental hunting, identification, safety and equipment-management skills.

Equipment

Shop spearfishing equipment, dive gear, accessories and essential supplies for Gulf diving.

Local Diving

Ask about available wreck, reef, charter and private-trip opportunities suitable for experienced hunters.

Annual Emerald Coast Event

Gulf Coast Reef Hunter Spearfishing Tournament

Join local and visiting underwater hunters for one of the Gulf Coast’s established spearfishing events.

Tournament Date

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Location

LJ Schooners
Bluewater Bay

Weather Date

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Contact FWB Scuba for current registration information, tournament requirements and event updates.

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Find Local Divers

Need a Spearfishing Dive Buddy?

Connect with local divers, discuss upcoming trips and meet other members of the Emerald Coast spearfishing community through the local WhatsApp group.

Participation in the group does not represent a charter reservation, professional guide service or guarantee of a dive partner. Divers remain responsible for evaluating experience, conditions and compatibility.

Join the Spearfishing WhatsApp Group

Scuba diver hunting over an Emerald Coast reef

Florida Spearfishing Resources

Review current regulations and marine conditions before every trip.

Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations Destin Tide Predictions

Regulations, seasons, size limits, bag limits and permitted harvest methods may change. Divers are responsible for confirming current requirements before entering the water.