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The Ultimate Mermaid Dive Experience
The Ultimate Mermaid Dive Experience offers PADI Mermaid certifications, PADI Freediver certifications, dive days for certified mermaids and professional photography once a month at different locations! A fun, transformational experience for all divers and ocean lovers.
All PADI Mermaid related courses are taught by world-renowned professional mermaid and PADI Mermaid Instructor Trainer, Elle Jimenez (Mermaid Elle). PADI Freediver courses are taught by SAG AFTRA and Black Panther stunt performer, Chin Burger of The Sea Warriors. All photography is by published underwater photographer, Darren Joshua of NATIV Productions.
Mermaid tails are included for all PADI Mermaids! We provide the mermaid gear plus complimentary water, drinks and snacks each day and a post-dive celebratory beverage on dive days, professional photography (2 photos per person - 1 individual UW photo and 1 land group photo) and one recap video included for your memories for all participants. The PADI Advanced Mermaid course includes Yoga and Eco-Tours.
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Course descriptions
PADI Discover Mermaid
1 Hour (minimum age 6 years old up to adult)
This course allows students to discover the world of mermaiding for the first time! Make a splash learning how to become a mermaid with activities in and out of the water.
Max Depth: Water shallow enough in which to stand
Location: Pool
$200 includes eLearning
PADI Basic Mermaid
2+ Hours (minimum age 6 years old up to adult)
Double up on your mermaid knowledge, training and fun! Includes a knowledge development session and a confined water session.
Pre-requisite: Ability to swim at least 50m/160ft without swimming aids and float comfortably at the surface for at least 3 minutes.
Max Depth: 3m/10ft
Location: Pool
$250 includes eLearning
PADI Mermaid
6 Hours, 1-2 Days (10 years old up to adult)
Take your mermaid training to a higher level. In this course, students dive deep into knowledge development and expand their confined water skills.
Pre-requisite: Ability to swim at least 50m/160ft without swim aids and float comfortably at the surface for at least 5 minutes.
Max Depth: 5m/15ft
Location: Classroom & Pool
$350 includes eLearning
PADI Advanced Mermaid
10 Hours, 2-3 Days (12 years old up to adult)
Become a mermaid diver with this Advanced Mermaid course! Take the plunge into deeper knowledge development, basic mermaid freediving techniques and exploring the ocean as a mermaid.
Pre-requisite: Ability to swim at least 100m/320ft without swim aids and float comfortably at the surface for at least 10 minutes.
Must have completed the PADI Mermaid course.
Max Depth: 10m/30ft
Location: Classroom, Pool & Open Water
*includes eLearning
PADI Advanced Mermaid $450 (Pre-requisite: PADI Mermaid)
PADI Mermaid + PADI Advanced Mermaid Bundle $650
PADI Mermaid Instructor - 3 to 5 Days
Become a PADI Professional with this course. The PADI Mermaid Instructor certification offers an ocean of opportunities for PADI Advanced Mermaids who want to teach others, open a diving business, work with dive shops, full-time, part-time or freelance, and able to teach Discover Mermaid, Basic Mermaid, Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid courses. The PADI Mermaid Instructor course is for qualified individuals who are looking to teach the PADI Mermaid Program at a dive center or start their own mermaid business. This program will prepare you to become a PADI Pro, with PADI Standard guidelines, course curriculum, marketing, gear and many other tools to ensure success teaching the PADI Mermaid courses.
Learn more about the PADI Mermaid Instructor course here
PADI Freediver - 15 Hours, 2 to 3 Days
Freediving is about inward power, discipline and control. If you've always wanted to enter the underwater world quietly, on your own terms, staying as long as your breath allows, then freediving is for you. Freediving is becoming a popular way to explore beneath the waves as it develops the knowledge and skills for basic static apnea, dynamic apnea, free immersion and constant weight freediving from 10-16 metres/30-55 feet.
Location: Classroom, Pool & Open Water
$400 includes eLearning
EFR ( Emergency First Response) Certification - 2-4 Hours
Emergency First Response® primary and secondary care training teaches you what to do in the critical moments between when a life-threatening emergency occurs and when emergency medical services arrive. $250 includes eLearning
Mermaid Dive Day
Certified PADI Advanced Mermaids and alumni can join all of our open water sessions as listed below and enjoy self-practice in buddy systems. Includes a certified assistant and all complimentary items.
$50 with own gear and $100 with full mermaid gear rental.
*must have proof of qualifying PADI certification.
*must sign up below
Photoshoot Session
with NATIV Productions *$50 off for our students
Land Photoshoot $300 for up to 10-15 edited images | Underwater Photoshoot $400 for up to 5-10 edited images
Optional Mermaid Costume Rental $100 add on (includes monofin, realistic fabric tail, tops and crown options)
*Not included during certification or dive days. Photoshoots require their own separate session of 2-4 hours.
*Can be scheduled before or after sessions below.
Upcoming Courses
February 2023 - Florida Keys / Key Largo, FL
February 18 PADI Mermaid $350
February 18-19 PADI Mermaid+PADI Advanced Mermaid $650
*$50 boat fee is extra.
*Certified PADI Advanced Mermaids can join Dive Day on February 19 for $50 with own gear and $100 with full mermaid gear rental.
The Dive: Key Largo is a water lover’s paradise, surrounded by the warm waters of Florida Bay, the Florida Straits, and the Atlantic Ocean. Dive in these beautiful warm clear waters with us and explore the reefs and its marine life.
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February 2023 - Key West, FL
February 25 PADI Mermaid $350
February 25-26 PADI Mermaid+PADI Advanced Mermaid $650
*$150 boat fee is extra.
*Certified PADI Advanced Mermaids can join Dive Day on February 26 for $50 with own gear and $100 with full mermaid gear rental.
The Dive: Key West's largest and most pristine reefs are located several miles off shore, home to more than 100 species of fish. An underwater wonderland! Come sea for yourself!
*Want to become a PADI Mermaid Instructor at this location?
March 2023 - The Florida Springs / Orlando, FL
March 18 PADI Mermaid $350
March 18-19 PADI Mermaid+PADI Advanced Mermaid $650
*Certified PADI Advanced Mermaids can join Dive Day on March 19 for $50 with own gear and $100 with full mermaid gear rental.
The Dive: Want to dive in the gorgeous freshwater oasis of Florida? The world famous Florida Springs are clear, refreshing and full of nature. Dive in deep and explore these natural wonders with us!
*Want to become a PADI Mermaid Instructor at this location?
April 2023 - Puerto Rico / Aguadilla, PR
April 22 PADI Mermaid $350
April 22-23 PADI Mermaid + PADI Advanced Mermaid $650
April 27-29 PADI Freediver $400
*PADI Advanced Freediver (TBD)
*Certified Mermaids can join Dive Day on April 23 for $50 with own gear and $100 with full mermaid gear rental.
The Dive: Join us in the beautiful island of enchantment, la Isla del Encanto, Mermaid Elle’s home. Enjoy the warm waters where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean, featuring an easy offshore dive with tons of untouched underwater beauty. We’re so excited to offer a trifecta of courses this month at this location: PADI Mermaid, PADI Freediver and PADI Open Water (scuba). PADI Mermaid courses are bilingual (English/Spanish). All other courses are in English. We invite the locals and tourists alike!
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May 2023 - Miami, FL
April 22 PADI Mermaid $350
April 22-23 PADI Mermaid + PADI Advanced Mermaid $650
*Certified Mermaids can join Dive Day on April 23 for $50 with own gear and $100 with full mermaid gear rental.
The Dive: Stay tuned for more info.
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THE DE-TAILS:
• For the Ultimate Mermaid Dive Experience we provide for all participants: complimentary water, drinks and snacks each day and a post-dive celebratory Mimosa on Dive Days (per 21+ year old participant) on locations where allowed. It also includes Professional Photography - 2 photos per person (1 Individual UW photo, and 1 Land Group photo) and one recap video all included free for your memories. Any extra photos are $50 per edited image.
• For PADI Advanced Mermaids & Alumni we provide monofins, mermaid tails, weights and weight belts.
• eLearning is included in these prices and must be completed before the in-person portion.
• Participants are responsible for their own transportation, travel accommodations, food and lodging.
• Must bring your own low-volume mask, J snorkel and bifins for all courses.
• A wetsuit is required in cold water environments and for PADI Freediver.
• Some open water/dive days, not all, may require a boat ride to our dive location not included in these prices. Boat rides range from $100-250. If a boat ride is needed it is mentioned under every session.
• Certified mermaids and alumni can join in on our dive days for $50 with own gear and $100 with gear rental which includes certified assistant and all complementary items. This rate does not cover boat rides. Must sign waiver.
• All courses subject to weather permitting, free rescheduling if cancelled by instructor due to weather.
• Must already be a good swimmer.
• Group classes must meet class minimums of at least 3 participants
• As a PADI Torchbearer for all certified divers, you are encouraged to clean up any found trash.
• All participants get a 10% discount on mermaid gear at CapeCali.com with code ELLE
• More dates & locations after April coming soon.
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"When I first discovered Mermaid Elle’s course, I didn’t think it was something I could do myself. I only signed up after much hesitation because I’m always trying to do better in the water. Elle made the course friendly, comfortable and actually brought out the natural mermaid in me. Who knew? The in person portion was not intimidating at all. Elle makes you feel safe and beautiful! I highly recommend the course for anyone who is even remotely curious about learning some basic mermaid skills, swimming in a monofin or tail, or anyone who would like to become a professional mermaid!"
-Hannah E. (PADI Mermaid Alumni)
Meet The Team
Darren Joshua
Professional Photographer
Certified Assistant
Published Underwater Photographer
Elle Jimenez / Mermaid Elle
PADI Mermaid Instructor Trainer
Emergency First Response Instructor
World Famous Professional Mermaid
Chin Burger
PADI Freediver Instructor
Certified Assistant
SAG AFTRA Stunt Performer
The Ultimate Mermaid Dive Experience also includes Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation taught by PADI Mermaid Instructor Trainer and Registered Yoga Teacher, Elle Jimenez (Mermaid Elle)
Mermaid Tails & Dive Wear:
Scuba diver rescued by ‘mermaids’ off California’s Catalina Island
You may have heard of this story on Fox News, the Drew Barrymore Show, Inside Edition and others. During one of our PADI Advanced Mermaid courses taught by Mermaid Elle, we rescued an unconscious scuba diver, a story that proves the importance of safety training in the PADI Mermaid Program.
