I love finding sand dollars at Anna Maria Island. The only problem is I can’t hold my breath in 10 ft water very long. So I would like to know of any cheap Scuba Gear near there for a couple people. (do you have to have a certificate to rent the gear?) Thank you all.

Yes, you have to be certified to rent both the gear and to have a tank filled. You could always snorkel it instead.

How much should one expect to pay for scuba gear?