PADI Discover Mermaid Experience

PADI Discover Mermaid Experience $150

The PADI Discover Mermaid experience is for participants who just want to try the feeling of transforming into a mermaid. There are no prerequisites. This experience consists of a mermaid briefing and water session. Class is one hour and available for ages 6+. These classes are held in a pool in Whangarei. 

Don't miss this opportunity to dive deep into the magical world of mermaids. Explore, learn, and have fun in a unique and beautiful setting!

What to Do Next:

1: Pick a Course + Date 

2: Register and complete Medical HERE and Disclosure of Risk HERE

3: Complete e-learning at your own pace

4: Join Us :  Come stoked and ready to engage in the course.

Both medical and Disclosure of risk need to be handed back prior to entering the water 

See below for more options ....

Freedive Aotearoa offers the following PADI Mermaid courses:

PADI Basic Mermaid Course $250

This is an introductory course for those who are brand new to using a mono-fin. This class consists of a knowledge development session and confined water session. You must be able to swim at least 25m and float comfortably at the surface for at least 3 minutes. Class is one hour and available for ages 6 to adult. These classes are held in a pool in whangarei. Price includes $50 in E-learning fee.

PADI Mermaid Course $450

This course is great for confident swimmers who are ready to enhance their mermaid skills. You must be able to swim at least 50m and float comfortably on the surface for 5 minutes. Consists of knowledge development sessions and 2 confined water sessions. It is recommended to pair this course with Advanced Mermaid. Available on select dates, as an add on to our retreats or can be booked privately at an additional cost. Available for ages 10 to adult. Price includes $80 in E-learning fee.

PADI Advanced Mermaid Course  $350 (pre req: mermaid)

Perfect for those who are confident in a mono-fin and want to take their mermading to the next level whether personally and/or professionally! You must be able to swim at least 100m and float comfortably on the surface for at least 10 minutes. Consists of knowledge development and 2 additional open water sessions past the Mermaid course. It is recommended to pair this course with Mermaid which is a prerequisite. Available on select dates, as an add on to our retreats or can be booked privately at an additional cost. Available for ages 12 to adult. Price includes $80 in E-learning fee.

PADI Advanced Mermaid Course at the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve $600 (pre req: mermaid)

(Highly rated)

Same as above AND so much more !! This ill leave you enchanted by the serene underwater world, dreamed of swimming among the marine life just like a mermaid? Here is your golden opportunity to elevate your mermaiding skills to a professional level amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve - a globally celebrated haven for marine biodiversity.

The magic of this full nature reserve, will take you on an adventure like no other, experience inquisitive Fish schooling around you, tropical and subtropical species, Stunning abundant see life, Just put your head under the water and truly experience the wonder of Mermaiding. 

 Available on select dates, or can be booked privately at an additional cost. Available for ages 12 to adult. Price includes $80 in E-learning fee.

PADI Advanced Mermaid Course Combo  $700 (recommended)

Get both your Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid certifications done in one day (SUMMER ONLY otherwise its a two day course.) ! You must be able to swim at least 100m and float comfortably on the surface for at least 10 minutes. Consists of knowledge development sessions and 2 confined water sessions and 2 open water sessions. It is recommended to take these courses together. Available on select dates, as an add on to our retreats or can be booked privately at an additional cost. Available for ages 12 to adult. Price includes $150 in E-learning fees.

PADI  Mermaid Instructor $1500 (pre req: mermaid and advanced mermaid)

Become a  Mermaid instructor and live your dreams as a mermaid dive business! Mermaid Instructors are eligible to conduct the Discover Mermaid Experience, Basic Mermaid, Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid courses. There is an application process to receive your instructor rating, please view it here to see all that is required of you. EFR certification is required for this course and can be added on with us or taken prior to attending. Available for ages 18 and over. Must complete Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid first. Does not include PADI application fees.

ADD ON!!  Poor Knights Islands Marine reserve for your Open water session for $250pp extra for boat charter.