Discover Your Flow Beneath the Surface with our PADI Mermaid Programs
Our sisters at Nusa Mermaids invite you to explore a new way of moving through water — blending the grace of dance, the awareness of freediving, and the connection of conservation. Guided by the same ocean-loving team behind Fluid Focus, the PADI Mermaid Program is an invitation to reconnect with your body, your breath, and the sea.
At Nusa Mermaids, we believe that mermaiding is more than fantasy — it’s a celebration of underwater strength, fluidity, and our deep relationship with the ocean. Through the PADI Mermaid program, you’ll learn how to move effortlessly underwater using a monofin and tail, while building confidence, awareness, and comfort in the water.
Whether you’re curious to try mermaiding for the first time or want to refine your technique in a safe, professional setting, our courses are designed to help you feel free, elegant, and connected. Most sessions take place in our beautiful training pool — a serene, safe space to practice breathwork, body awareness, and underwater posing.
We also explore the art of underwater photography — helping you capture your mermaid journey through stunning imagery that highlights both self-expression and the ocean’s beauty.
Each experience supports our broader mission of ocean conservation — inspiring care through connection.
Introduction to Mermaiding
Dip your fins into the world of mermaiding. Our Introdution to Mermaiding experience teaches the basics of mermaid movement in a shallow, comfortable pool setting. You’ll learn how to use a monofin and tail, practice graceful underwater motion, and explore what it feels like to move as one with the water. It’s a playful, flexible session perfect for anyone curious to try mermaiding for the first time.
What’s Included in Introduction to Mermaiding:
Find your flow and confidence beneath the surface.
One guided pool session to master body alignment, monofin technique, and breathholding.
Safety training on equalization, buddy awareness, and rescue basics.
Equipment use (monofin, tail, mask, snorkel) provided.
Breathwork and relaxation practice to enhance comfort underwater.
Introductory posing and movement coaching for underwater photos.
Mermaid
The PADI Mermaid™ course expands your skills and freedom in the water through at least two pool sessions. You’ll refine your technique, improve breath control, and learn more dynamic mermaid movements. This course introduces expressive underwater performance — where artistry meets awareness — allowing you to bring your mermaid story to life beneath the surface.
What’s Included in PADI Mermaid:
Perfect for those ready to embody the artistry of the ocean and bring their mermaid story to life.
Two pool sessions focused on dynamic mermaid swimming, expressive flow, and choreography.
Refined breath control and extended underwater performance skills.
Comprehensive safety training including recovery breathing and buddy assists.
Underwater photography guidance for posing, movement, and natural expression.
Digital study materials covering mermaid theory, safety, and conservation.
Basic Photo and Video Package taken by our instructor using an underwater action camera. Professional photo packages are available as an add on, and subject to the availability of a photographer.
Advanced Mermaid
The PADI Advanced Mermaid™ course is where skill meets flow. You’ll build on all previous techniques and add new layers of movement, breathwork, and choreography through extended sessions in deeper or open-water environments. This is the closest you’ll come to the true mermaid experience — gliding freely in nature while learning advanced safety and performance techniques.
What’s Included in PADI Advanced Mermaid:
This is where artistry meets ocean stewardship — mermaiding as movement, mindfulness, and meaning.
Two pool sessions + one open-water sessions (or deeper pool equivalent).
Advanced monofin and choreography training for longer, smoother dives.
Photo and video sessions focusing on flow, storytelling, and natural grace.
Environmental awareness training and ocean conservation connection.
Leadership-level safety and planning skills for deeper confidence in open-water conditions.
Basic Photo and Video Package taken by our instructor using an underwater action camera. Professional photo packages are available as an add on, and subject to the availability of a photographer.
Pricing
Mermaid FAQs
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A basic level of comfort in the water is all that’s needed. You don’t need to be a strong swimmer — our instructors will guide you step-by-step, starting in a shallow, safe pool environment where you can stand and build confidence at your own pace.
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All equipment (tail, monofin, mask, snorkel) is provided, along with professional instruction, PADI materials, and certification upon completion. Courses also include theory sessions, pool training, and optional underwater photography guidance to help capture your mermaid experience.
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Yes! If you already have your own tail or monofin, you’re welcome to bring it. Our instructors will check that it’s safe and suitable for training. We also provide tails for those who prefer to use ours.
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The photos are a beautiful part of it — but the real essence of mermaiding is movement, mindfulness, and connection with the water. Many students describe it as both empowering and meditative. The photography element simply celebrates that transformation.
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Introduction to Mermaiding: Learn the fundamentals of mermaiding in the pool — breathholding, movement, and safety.
Mermaid: Build more dynamic skills, fluid movement, and artistic expression.
Advanced Mermaid: Apply those skills in open water, add choreography, and experience the freedom of diving in nature.