PADI Mermaid Certification

Dive into the enchanting world of mermaiding with our PADI Mermaid Certification Course!

by Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter· Lecanto, FL
From$550

What to Expect

The PADI Mermaid™ Certification is designed for confident swimmers seeking a deeper, more expressive mermaiding experience. This course includes all Basic Mermaid™ skills, meaning there is no need to take Basic Mermaid separately.

This certification expands on foundational concepts and introduces mermaiding as a form of underwater self-expression, while maintaining a strong focus on safety and proper technique—all within Mertailor’s professional performance environment.

Includes

  • Knowledge development through PADI Mermaid™ eLearning
  • Two confined water sessions conducted in Mertailor’s aquarium habitat
  • Instruction by a professional Mertailor mermaid
  • All required googles, snorkels, weightbelts, and mermaid gear provided
  • Light refreshments
  • Introduction to Mertailor mermaid choreography and performance style
  • Digital certification card upon successful completion

Two photo opportunities:
* Photoshoot on our iconic clam shell
* Photoshoot in the performance tank after completion

🎁 Completion Bonus Receive a one-time 10% discount on Mertailor tail skins and apparel. Discount does not apply to silicone products including Fantasea Fins.

Requirements & Important Information:
* Minimum age: 10 years old
* Participants under 18 must have a paid observer present at all times
* All online coursework must be completed prior to arrival
* Minimum 4 hours on-site required to complete certification
* Outside mermaid tails are not permitted
* Showering is required before and after in-water activities (facilities provided)

✅ Required Before Your Experience

All participants must complete and submit the following forms before arrival in order to participate in any in-water activity.

Required Forms (no exceptions):

Diver Medical Form – 10346

Release of Liability / Assumption of Risk – 10089

Liability Release & Express Assumption of Risk – 9272023

👉 Download all forms here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/mex1kk1oqyhxt1a/AACO3oYlkiYmqiqkfDdFCTppa?dl=0

Also required:

A copy of a photo ID (participant or parent/guardian)

📧 Please email completed forms to [email protected] before your scheduled date. Failure to submit forms in advance will result in a non-refundable cancellation.

Address

4100 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Lecanto, FL, 34461

Pricing

PADI Mermaid · Ages 10+$583

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

The program fee is not eligible for refunds. However, you can change the date of your visit without any additional charge if the change is requested at least 14 days before your originally scheduled visit.

If you change your dates within 14 days of your original visit, a fee of $50 per booking will be applied. To modify your reservation, please get in touch with Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter at (352) 513-3278 or Emailing us at [email protected].

Cancellations and no-shows will not be refunded or rescheduled.

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