The PADI Mermaid Program is designed to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable approach to mermaid swimming. It encompasses various course levels, each tailored to different skills and experiences. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced swimmer, there's a course for you.
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Basic Mermaid
The PADI Basic Mermaid course combines learning knowledge and principles with a confined water skill development session to introduce the fun of fundamental mermaid diving. The course covers mermaid culture, underwater communication, primary safety considerations, equipment, and basic mermaid swimming skills.
Time commitment: 2-2.5 hours
What is included:
Elearning
All equipment is provided
On land briefing and knowledge development session
1 confined water dive
Learn and practice basic mermaid movements and breathhold techniques in shallow water
A short land photo session with mermaid accessories and posing techniques
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Full Mermaid
The Discover Mermaid experience introduces mermaid activities in shallow water. It is designed as a flexible, informative way to try out a mermaid dive in a controlled environment with a mermaid professional. This is not a certification level. Here you will learn basic mermaid movements and breath hold techniques.
Time commitment: 1-1.5 hours
What is included:
All equipment is provided
On-land briefing and introduction to mermaiding
1 confined water dive
Learn and practice basic mermaid movements and breathhold techniques in shallow water
A short land photo session with mermaid accessories and posing techniques
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Advanced Mermaid
Enhance your mermaid skills with advanced techniques in the open water. In the PADI Advanced Mermaid course, you'll build on your PADI Mermaid certification and apply it to deeper waters. You'll learn the basics of how the open water environment differs from a pool or confined water (larger, deeper, more variable conditions) and be introduced to open-water mermaiding techniques, safety, and rescue. You'll also learn about aquatic life – what to expect, how it can affect you, and how you avoid harm.
Time commitment: 6-8 hours
What is included:
Elearning
All required equipment is provided
On land briefing and knowledge development session
2 confined water and 2 open water mermaid dives
Master mermaid movements and skills
Time spent in the water acting as both a mermaid and a safety buddy
Safety and rescue skills
Underwater photo session with posing techniques
