About the course
This short Certified course expertly combines theory and principles with a confined water skill development session to introduce the fun of fundamental mermaid diving. The course covers the background and culture of mermaid diving, primary safety considerations, equipment, and basic water skills.
Academic
To enrol in the Certified Basic Mermaid course, you must be at least six years old. 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 snorkelling, skin diving or freediving course completion is required.
The Certified Basic Mermaid course consists of two phases:
- You’ll study independently using Certified Basic Mermaid e-Learning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if unavailable in your language).
- A two-hour 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 Certified Basic Mermaid course, you will use a monofin (i.e. mermaid tail), mask, snorkel and fins. You may also wear a wetsuit and weight belt if you wish. Using gear designed specifically for mermaiding is best, and that’s why we’ve got school gear you can try out. If you feel more comfortable, it’s still possible to use your own snorkelling or free-diving gear.
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Languages
Certified Basic Mermaid eLearning is available in English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Russian, Thai, Bahasa Indonesia and Bahasa Melayu.
Standards and Safety
PADI Mermaids courses prioritise safety and professionalism. Learn more about the safety and professional standards required to teach a PADI mermaiding course – View now
Making Mermaids courses are instructed by Fiona Ayerst (Mermaid Fi). A 30-year PADI Scuba Instructor ana a PADI Mermaid Instructor – Meet Mermaid Fi
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