At Caribbean Reef Guardians, we don’t wait — we act. Founded by scuba instructors and marine educators, we’re on the front lines of coral reef restoration. From building cutting-edge nurseries to preserving coral genetics and training local communities, every effort is a lifeline for the reef. With your support, we’re not just restoring coral — we’re restoring hope for the ocean, for coastal communities... And most importantly for future generations.

Who We Are

We are the Guardians. A group of scientists, scuba professionals, entrepreneurs, students, veterans, with one common passion and one common goal: Intense love and respect for the coral reef eco systems and the desire to save them!

We are everyone. And you're part of us!

Together with our supporters, we’re not just saving coral—we’re rebuilding ecosystems, strengthening coastal resilience, and inspiring a movement for ocean hope.

Our Mission

We’re on a mission to revive the Mesoamerican Caribbean coral reef—before it’s too late.

Through bold science, local partnerships and hands-on community action, we restore damaged reefs, build resilience against future threats and create pathways for lasting recovery.

With every coral planted and every Guardian trained, we’re growing a movement — uniting nonprofits, researchers, businesses and volunteers to protect one of the planet’s most vital ecosystems.

Together, we’re not just saving coral—we’re securing the future of the reef, and everyone who depends on it.

Our Story

It started with a chance meeting in the Caribbean — between a French aquarist and a Dutch project manager who shared one thing in common: a deep love for coral reefs.

As scuba instructors in Roatán, we spent our days underwater, teaching others to fall in love with the ocean’s beauty. But beneath the surface, we saw a heartbreaking truth — the reef was dying.

Every dive brought more signs of bleaching, disease and devastation. We couldn’t ignore it — and we couldn’t walk away.

So we chose to act. Caribbean Reef Guardians was born from urgency, passion, and a belief that people can —and must— step up to protect what we love.

Step up with us!!

Our Approach - EPIC

  • WE EDUCATE

    At Caribbean Reef Guardians, diving is just the beginning. Our instructors don’t just teach scuba — they train ocean stewards. Every dive becomes a lesson in coral ID, invasive species control and reef protection. Reach out when you want to learn with us!

    We bring the Guardian way to everything we do — from empowering new divers to leading coral-focused science expeditions and teaming up with marine experts.

    We spark curiosity early, too — through kid-friendly programs, Dive Scouts, and summer camps that turn the next generation into reef defenders.

    We’re not just building skills. We’re building a movement.

  • WE PROTECT

    We don’t just protect reefs — we help them fight back.

    From coral banks and nurseries to custom-built reef structures, we use smart, scalable tools to give damaged reefs a second chance. In our onshore marine lab, we grow hardy coral colonies — training them to survive stress before returning them to the wild, stronger than ever.

    But restoration isn’t just underwater — it’s community - deep.

    Our projects create reef-focused jobs, offering sustainable alternatives to illegal fishing and empowering locals to become Guardians of their own coastlines.

    This is protection with purpose — and it’s working.

  • WE INSPIRE

    Ready to fall in love with the reef — and fight for it?

    We take you beneath the surface, where sea turtles glide and parts of our ecosystem still thrives. These aren’t just dives — they’re awakenings. You’ll see the beauty, feel the urgency and come up with a fire to protect what matters.

    We share powerful stories and real wins from around the world to show that saving coral isn’t a dream — it’s happening. And you can be part of it.

    Join the movement. Get inspired. Become a Guardian.

WE CONNECT

We can’t save coral reefs alone — and we don’t.

At Caribbean Reef Guardians, collaboration is our superpower. We unite NGOs, governments, scientists, educators, businesses and the tourism world to pool knowledge, share tools and take action together.

Because when diverse minds team up, big change happens faster.

The time is now. The solution is us — working together.

Join the network. Share your skills. Be part of something bigger than the reef itself.

Join our Guardian Movement!

The reefs are in crisis. We’re not waiting — and neither should you.

Join us in the fight to restore and protect the Caribbean’s coral reefs. Whether you dive, donate, volunteer, or rep our gear, you have a role in this mission. We need captains and crew, scientists and students, educators and explorers—people like you who care enough to act.

This isn’t just about conservation. It’s about survival.

As scuba instructors, we’ve seen the damage firsthand. Coral bleaching. Disease. Ecosystems unraveling before our eyes. Waiting wasn’t an option — so we built a movement.

Caribbean Reef Guardians was born out of urgency, love, and action. Because for us, the reef isn’t just a dive site — it’s home. And we’re not giving up on it.

Visit. Study. Teach. Dive. Donate. Protect.

Whatever your skill or passion, there’s a place for you in this fight.

Ready to dive in? Become a Guardian today.

Become a Guardian !