BASIC MERMAID (BEGINNER)

Mermaiding is an exciting and enchanting activity that allows you to explore the beauty of the underwater world while promoting wellness, safety, and respect for the environment. To ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable experience, it's essential to learn the basic mermaiding principles and practice your skills in a pool or confined water site.

The PADI Basic Mermaid course is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to start your mermaid diving journey. This course combines theory with a confined water skill development session to introduce you to the fun of fundamental Mermaid Diving. You'll learn about the background and culture of mermaid diving, primary safety considerations, equipment, and basic water skills.

To enroll in the PADI Basic Mermaid course, you must be at least six years old (parental permission and presence at all times is mandatory for anyone under 18 years old), be able to swim at least 25m/80ft without swim aids, able to float comfortably at the surface for at least 3 minutes, and be in good physical health. No prior snorkeling, skin diving, or freediving course completion is required.

The course consists of two phases. The first is studying independently using PADI Basic Mermaid eLearning, which is currently available in English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Russian, Thai, Bahasa Indonesia, and Bahasa Melayu. The second phase is a confined water session, where you'll learn and practice basic mermaid diving skills, problem prevention and handling, and how to make mermaid dives.

In the PADI Basic Mermaid course, you'll use a monofin (i.e., mermaid tail), mask, snorkel, and fins. It's best to use gear designed specifically for mermaiding; however, in this beginner course, you may be able to use snorkeling equipment you already own. If you're a freediver, some of your gear (e.g., mask, fins, snorkel) is also mermaiding gear.

To get started, contact the Aegean Sea Dive Center and start learning at your own pace with PADI Basic Mermaid eLearning. Enrolling in the PADI Mermaid and PADI Advanced Mermaid courses will provide you with even more experience and skills to become a confident and responsible mermaid diver.

Remember, when mermaiding, it's essential to prioritize wellness, safety, and respect for the underwater world. By following these principles and learning from experienced instructors, you can be part of a global elite club that provides you with opportunities for new friends around the world and unforgettable mermaid diving experiences while also protecting and preserving the ocean's beauty.