Reviews of Andark. (Sporting Goods Store) in Southampton (Hampshire).

Andark

187 Reviews

97 Comments

Sporting goods store

Dive shop

256 Bridge Rd, Swanwick, Southampton SO31 7FL, United Kingdom

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Information of Andark, Sporting goods store in Southampton (Hampshire)

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This business has received very good reviews from their customers, so probably it’s a place you should try if you are looking for this kind of services.

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Reviews of Andark

A.

I just finished my open water course and had a great time doing it. Tom and Jamie are nice, patient instructors. The shop was fantastic, the staff agreed to exchange my leaky mask after I'd used it on a couple dives. It is well worth investing in a good mask.

B. C.

Completed my BSAC Ocean Diver and Drysuit qualifications with Andark over a couple of weekends. Was very well looked after and felt like the instructors were focused on both ensuring that we could become self-sufficient divers, but also that we had a good time.

O. P.

Every time I've been here the staff have been extremely helpful, friendly & polite. Knowledgeable bunch too.

S. N.

Very good service We're determined to find the stock or alternative for my order. They were successful. I Reccomend this outlet

A. T.

Absolutely love this place. It's my go to open water/winter swimming venue. Last week I got to swim with tiny ducklings. The water is fairly clear, I've never thought I don't want to get in. The changing facilities are good, it is open plan changing - no cubicles. There are also warm showers and a shop which sells coffee tea etc. As a member of the Swanwick Seals, I have been able to use the sauna facility over winter which is amazing. Highly recommend this place for swimming. I do not dive so can not give a review in that respect. However, it seems incredibly popular with the diving community. There are always divers getting ready to get in as we swimmers get out.

M. B.

Without doubt, one of the best customer service I've ever come across. Couldn't be more helpful for advice, sales and after sales

L. M.

Really great service. My daughter has recently taken to winter sailing and so needed kitting out. Due to the range they were able to advise on kit and try on there. No pressure sales, care attention and helpful advice. She tested the new kit today and was toasty warm over three hours, despite spending more time out of the boat than in. Huge thank you.

W. M.

Service second to none. From enquiry to purchase and then delivery in less than 24 hrs. the whole process went easy and stress free.

C. W.

Amazing place. Went to buy a new wetsuit, the guys here couldn’t haven’t been more helpful and I got a fantastic deal. I’d researched what I want via their website (also good) before I went and Jake (think that was his name!) helped find everything so I didn’t spend hours trawling through racks. He also suggested an alternative; a good option, not a salesman-y upgrade. They have sensible COVID protections in place: I was able to try on the suits I wanted to and the ones I didn’t want got put aside for a couple days before they can be tried by someone else. I’d heard good things about Andark from other diving friends and now I can see why they rave about the place.

R. Q.

Great dive shop with plenty of kit for scuba, snorkelling, sailing, underwater hockey / Octopush, and a whole host of other watersports. I've always found the staff to be friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and patient, but today I was super impressed when a fin I'd bought a few weeks ago and was faulty was immediately replaced, no questions asked. Really grateful and will continue to visit Andark for snorkelling and Octopush kit, looking forward to hopefully getting some Freediving training in at some point with them too! :)

J. W.

Tried wetsuits today. Cam was very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Didn’t buy but intend to revisit when next delivery is in……

S. M.

Would offer 6 stars if I could. Had been shopping for my Mares EOS 15RZ for what seems like ages and found an amazing deal with Andark. Got a phone call the next day to say it was now out of stock and they would do the 20RZ for the same price. Absolutely amazing and I couldn't be happier!!!

R. A.

The two hour refresher course for divers that Andark offer is excellent. Dive instructor, Chris is by far the best dive instructor I have ever met.

Z. M.

I can only speak about the shop side of the business but thus far I’ve had a lovely experiance. Knowledgeable and friendly staff with well priced products. What more could you ask for?

B. L.

Been to the shop a few times over the past couple of months both to buy new kit and get old kit serviced. The customer service is always above and beyond, particularly Jazz who is always extra helpful. I travel 60miles to get to Andark because it's so much better than all other dive shops in my area.

A. J.

Came here last year for some advice an equipment. Found the girl who 'helped' me pretty rude and almost walked out without buying anything. I found it very pricey too as my friend bought the same pair of fins for half the price online. I would rather spend a little more at a small business but the difference was huge. I think I just had a bad experience. In their defence the range they carry is great and you can try everything.

M. U.

I have been a regular shopper and course student for several years. Recently I have been looking at changing from a single cylinder to a twinset and harness. Nothing is too much trouble. A loan of a twinset, helped in the decision process. Great service.

R. S.

Online order- I am a dive instructor and needed a specific wetsuit last minute. Having tried 10 other dive centres/outlets who either didn’t have stock or let me down Andark provided very friendly and efficient service. They had the wetsuit in stock and sent it immediately without hidden charges. I mentioned it was my birthday and they included a birthday card in my order-very rare you get personal and thoughtful customer service. Would use them to purchase dive equipment in future rather than the big names.

B. G.

I found the staff very approachable and knowledgable. Have dealt with Andy and Jazz a few times and they always provide a great service. Bit of a trek for me, but well worth the trip. Got my new gear from here and will definitely be back. Go Andark!

S. J.

Wow. I've literally just back from picking up some buoyancy aids and the staff couldn't be more helpful and friendly. I received amazing help and guidance from someone who obviously knew what he was talking about. The service was exceptional.

b. g.

Great service. Makes such a difference buying in store, having good advice and trying things on. I wont be buying online indiscriminately like before, even if it maybe little more expensive.

C. P.

Been in the industry for last 22 years plus there are dive centres and exceptional dives centres Andark is one of them used there lake a few times to instruct , and facilities always well maintained and staff brilliant. Went into there shop on 18/02/18 wanted to get new regulator set what , brilliant customer service they listen and care and went the extra mile my wife was blown away by there service .ONE WORD Excellence .I am in the sales industry and wish there were more staff that actually new there product , like Andark diving .

K. V.

The range of gear and advice you get from Andy and the team in store is second to none. Excellent facilities and diver training staff, along with a great variety of courses to expand your horizons including boat handling and sea survival - two overlooked by the UK diver. You're well looked after from start to finish at Andark.

T. L.

Purchased set of mask fins and snorkel followed by regulator set. All staff were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend visiting Andark if you want to get into Scuba Diving

M. P.

Hi all I would just like to say a BIG THANK YOU to Steve and Tom and all there team for the two weekends that I was on my open water course ,This was my 1st time scuba diving and they made me feel very relaxed with the hole experience with being under water in the pool and there lake, I would highly recommend Andark if you want to do scuba diving carnt wait to go back and do my advance course Thanks again Steven and Tom 👍👍

S. K.

Need my PCP bottle refilled for air rifle .Good price and had it done straight away. Looked around store while they were doing refill and is seems that they have everything you need for scuba ect.

G. P.

Great selection of kit lots of sizes in stock helpful and knowledge staff advising plus they will do you a deal. Pricing seems competitive. I don't mind spending little more given the advise and hours spent trying stuff on.

R. L.

Awesome shop and staff

C. M.

Excellent training provider, completed my Padi Open Water Course through Andark. The instructors and staff were very helpful, accommodating and kind. Would recommend having your training done here.

A. B.

Completed a SCUBA diving taster session recommended for anyone considering diving. Clearly an experienced team just as you'd want. Good fun, but no vacancies on the PADI open water course through July

A. P.

Jake was very helpful and my husband bought new fins etc..exactly what he wanted. Thanks very much 🙂

J. B.

Bought a wetsuit, it was cheaper than anywhere else online and it came within 48hrs. Great service!

K. P.

Great little place for swimming & training! Good range of products in the shop too - staff are always helpful

R. F.

Brilliant advice and help with filling air tanks for a paintball gun

O. H.

Fantastic customer service - If only all places were this good. Keep up the good work guys!

b. P.

Really friendly staff & super helpful. I needed a wetsuit for an open water swim & they happily searched the shop for the ideal one just as they were closing 😁

K. Q.

Great dive centre I have used it for training of both my wife and son. They both found them to be professional with great facilities. I have also been on one of their organised holidays which was well run.

G. S.

Done 2 training courses there and bought some equipment. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff, a great place to learn to dive and shop too!

G. m.

Good range of dive equipment, friendly helpfull staff, reasonable prices.. well worth a visit for all items on and below the water.

S. R.

Did a try a dive session in the pool with my son last night. Both of us came out grinning from ear to ear. Instructors were excellent :-)

J. S.

Lovely company, great service and quality products which are fairly priced. Would 100% recommend for product knowledge and service.

M. K.

Extensive range of quality kit. Easy parking by the shop.

M. D. (.

Great place for swimming lessons (Swim School Academy) and a really well stocked shop for all your possible diving needs.

H. B.

Dave was a fab instructor patient and funny my children really enjoyed their evening.

A. B.

Went for a Discover Scuba Diving but did not complete. Be sure you check for medical conditions which could cause a problem before you book. I take blood pressure tablets and should have had a Medical Statement saying it was OK for me to do this but no one mentioned this when I booked.

C. Q.

Taught to dive here and done many courses, Sunday dives and bought loads of cool gear! Staff are always knowledgeable and friendly.

C. F.

Great customer service and great quality products that are sometimes hard to get online, as you usually need to try on products like wetsuits.

O. M.

Always a good selection, staff always nice

O.

Only ever visited the shop, but the shop is well stocked. It is quite pricey compared to online prices, but staff are helpful in finding you suitable things to buy.

D. H.

Staff are amazing and friendly great customer service and helpful

J. C.

Helpful knowledgeable staff, great variety of stock, everything you could possibly need for sailing, diving, any water sport.

A. R.

Good selection of things, and was happy with the price I paid too, would recommend

S. O.

Excellent choice of Scuba gear. Great service and advice. Bought new mask. 👍

K. C.

Spent about 2 1/2 hrs in here this morning trying and buying stuff for my daughter. Very helpful gent with the patience of a saint.

s. l.

Very happy and impressed with Andark will definitely be going back again

J. L.

Great shop with very helpful staff! Courses are run very well with very kind and patient instructors.

N. B.

First class knowledgeable staff. Amazing range of goods at competitive prices.

B. M.

Rob was great. Bought full snorkelling kit today. Cheers!

B. P.

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff and a good range of stock and sizes.

S. L.

Well run establishment, great facilities, friendly staff and lake users, beautiful location.

A. G.

Great instructors & dive team. Friendly & helpful staff in shop.

G. A.

Did a sea survival course here, all went well, shame they left us outside in the rain for 10 mins, so started late but then insisted we leave exactly on time.

J. M.

Small pool did some padi diving in. Was ok water not that clear.

J. C.

Very proffessional and felt very safe! Had a great time too!!!

S. G.

Great knowledgeable staff. Very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend

C. R.

Great diving gear with other swimming and sailing needs

J. P.

Brilliant place for divers, they've got everything!

N. G.

Brilliant snorkeling safety training. Thanks so much!

J. H.

Great selection. Great staff. Little pricey.

T.

If you want to learn to scuba dive, then check out these guys.

A. A.

Verry good dunker course

W. N. O.

Great staff knows about diving and water sport !?

T. R.

Really good value and a lot of choice

P. C.

Everything you will ever need. You pay for what you get quality

L.

Great diving experience lots of fun!

M. B.

Know there stuff for dry suits

A. E. K.

Very helpful sale team.

B. P.

Helpful, cheerful staff. Top shop.

R. J.

Good place to learn scuba diving

C. C.

Good facilities.

K. R.

Quick fill on air tank

G. F.

Excellent marine clothing shop

t. h.

Great service as always

C. P.

Excellent choice, great staff

m.

Scuba diving sailing gear and dive pool

G. O.

Great service and efficient

S. A.

Very knowledgeable and helpful.

W. T.

Quick, friendly and professional.

J. H.

The staff are amazing.

S. P.

Friendly and helpful staff

G. P.

Brilliant staff

T. F.

Lovely Pool

K. R. P.

So much fun

J. N.

brill

K. S.

Quality of equipment is really good, even the lower end of their price range. So helpful and answered all my questions, took the time with me to show me a range of products. Great local business, if you're looking for wetsuits for swimming or diving or fishing gear and boat gear they've got it all. And you're supporting local business. Which means local people get employed and the money goes back into the community.

J. W.

D. S.

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