
BASIC MERMAID
Embrace the magic of mermaiding by mastering its core principles and honing your skills in the serene confines of a pool or confined water setting.
Full Course Information
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COURSE DETAILS:
Dive into the enchanting world of mermaid diving, where you will uncover the captivating history and vibrant culture surrounding this magical pursuit. As you glide through the water, you’ll not only enhance your basic skills but also discover essential safety considerations and the specialized equipment that makes this experience truly extraordinary.
In this immersive journey, you will learn how to select and don a rental mermaid tail or fin with ease. You'll engage in invigorating stretches, master self-rescue techniques, and grasp the fundamentals of safe breath-hold practices. Explore the art of buoyancy and surface diving, and become proficient in the graceful entries and exits from the water. You’ll float effortlessly and fully embrace the joy of becoming a mermaid.
Seize this incredible opportunity to refine your abilities and revel in the thrill of mermaiding within a supportive and inspiring community. Your adventure awaits—immerse yourself in the wonder!
The PADI Basic Mermaid course consists of two phases:
Study independently using PADI Basic Mermaid eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in your language).
A confined water (pool or pool-like location) session to learn and practice basic mermaid diving skills, problem prevention and handling, and how to make mermaid dives
Equipment
In the PADI Basic Mermaid course, you will use a monofin (i.e. mermaid tail), mask, snorkel and fins. You may also use a wetsuit and weight belt. Using gear designed specifically for mermaiding is best; however, in this beginner course, you may be able to use snorkeling equipment you already own. If you are a freediver, some of your gear (e.g. mask, fins, snorkel) is also mermaiding gear.​
What to Bring
A change of clothes Â
A secure swimsuit Â
Towels Â
Water and snacksÂ
A rental mermaid tail with fin will be provided during the class.
If you prefer, you can bring your own mermaid tail, but it must be from one of the following brands:Â
Mermaid Linden, Suntails, Mertailor Whimsy, Fin Fun, or Cape Cali.Â
Mermaid Linden is highly recommended for beginners.
All courses require the completion of the following forms before participating:
1. PADI Medical Form
2. Assumption of Liability Form
3. Safe Mermaid Practices Statement of Understanding Form
Freediving necessitates a certain level of health and fitness. If you have chronic health conditions, are taking specific medications, or have undergone recent surgery, you may need written approval from a physician before diving.Â
Please download and review the Diver Medical form to ensure that you won’t require a physician's approval before enrolling in a freediving or mermaid course. Instructors, Divemasters, and dive shop staff are not qualified to provide medical advice; only licensed medical professionals can grant medical clearance for diving.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be at least six years old to enroll in the PADI Basic Mermaid course. You need to be able to swim at least 25m/80ft without swim aids, able to float comfortably at the surface for at least 3 mins, and in good physical health. No prior snorkeling, skin diving or freediving course completion is required.
Prerequisites:
Ability to swim
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Scuba diving equipment allows you to visit the underwater world by making it possible to breathe, see, and move comfortably while below the surface. It is important that all our equipment including our compressors are fully maintained and regularly checked for both your comfort and your safety. We want to make sure that you are fully comfortable and confident with our equipment. To help, we offer opportunities to practice in our on-site pool, or we provide refresher classes for experienced divers who haven't been in the ocean for a while.

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