Where is there a good place to go scuba diving in Florida?

[Luteybooty]

Im going on a vacation, never been scuba diving before. Where is there a place to rent scuba gear for a reasonable price? I dont want a pool or set up atmosphere- I'm looking for reef and actual marine wildlife. I'm assuming these are guided experiences. About 100 mile radius from Orlando. Thank you for any help.

[jason]

There are companies that will take you on guided scuba tours, but you will have to attend an "abbreviated" scuba course first.
Scuba diving can be a dangerous sport without proper training, so you can't just rent the gear and have at it, without any training at all. You can't even rent the gear yourself, without a certification card.

Check out these links:
Try Scuba No Experince Needed
Scuba diving lessons and Scuba diving vacations in Miami Florida
Genesis Scuba Diving Institute of Florida