Galvin Thomas Templar
nstructor Trainer
Location: Atlantis
Hometown: Temple City, CA
Born at the tender age of zero, he began his first migration towards the great Pacific Ocean. Forged by the rough shell sand and pounding temperate waves, he formed a deep connection with the sea and all of her creatures. Now he uses his powers to teach others how to form a deep and lasting relationship with our mother, Ocean.
In his terrestrial life, he is most commonly spotted at the Ocean Safari headquarters answering calls, repairing equipment, orchestrating excursions, and signing autographs.
After hours he must travel to the nearest body of water to avoid desiccation, often spending his weekday evenings teaching scuba, free diving, and rescue diving at the Norman S. Johnson Aquatic Center in Arcadia.
When he is not “working” photography, music, surfing, and hiking are his go-to activities.
Though his powers are great and many, there are still countless migrations ahead.
Join Ocean Safari and view this majestic creature on your next underwater adventure.
Shaws Cove Morning Beach Dive 5/27
June 1, 2020
Our first dive activity after local beaches have been opened up was a beauty. We enjoyed the warmth from the sunshine as we discussed beach entry and exit techniques and watched the surf. Since it was everyone's first time doing a beach dive we practiced one entry and exit without scuba gear to get a feel for the surf. Once we started our dive we were immediately greeted by a very gregarious male sheephead who ended up joining our group for the majority of our dive. As we made our way along the point there were beautiful gardens of golden gorgonians growing all over the reef. We stopped to appreciate the morning sun shining on all the inhabitants of the reef, and spotted a spanish shawl laying eggs. There isn't a better way to start the day than with a healthy dose of vitamin sea. We all said our goodbyes energized and ready for the rest of the day.
