SSI Mermaid
Mermaids are the stuff of legends, mysticism, and beauty. While every little girl dreams of becoming a mermaid, thanks to the popularity of movies like Aquaman, little boys are joining in on the fantasy too. These dreams often stay with us as we grow older – the desire to be one with the water, moving gracefully and swiftly with the stroke of a single tail.
Increasing interest in the mystical world of mermaids has brought mermaid tails and fins into the mainstream. With SSI’s suite of Mermaid certification programs, becoming a true mermaid or merman has never been easier! If you have never tried mermaiding before, here are our top six reasons to expand your love for the water:
- Embrace Your Inner Myth: Channel the legends and mysticism of mermaids.
- Improve Your Swimming Skills: Develop grace and efficiency in the water.
- Experience a New Adventure: Dive into a unique and magical underwater world.
- Boost Your Fitness: Enjoy a full-body workout that’s both fun and effective.
- Join a Growing Community: Connect with fellow mermaids and mermen.
- Live the Fantasy: Fulfill a childhood dream and make it a reality.
WHAT DO I NEED TO START?
- Have the ability to swim at least 50 meters
- Minimum age 12 years
- Know how to float
- It is not necessary to have used a monofin mermaid tail before
- This experience is not only for girls, boys can also try it as well as any adult
WHAT WILL I DO DURING THE SSI MERMAID CERTIFICATION?
During the day with us, you will learn how to prepare and use the mermaid monfin, along with a number of safety skills, breathing techniques and finning techniques. But as with any of our courses HAVE FUN.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
- Swimming attire and rashvest
- Googles
CLASS SIZE
Minimum Class size is 2, maximum size is 4
WHAT IS MY NEXT ADVENTURE AFTER SSI MERMAID CERTIFICATION?
Continue your mermaiding with freediving and maybe move onto model mermaid or become an instructor
Nottingham Scuba Diving Facility
The training facility at our Nottingham location features a purpose-built pool that is 4 meters deep and 10 meters in diameter, providing an exceptional environment for scuba diving training. The pool boasts fantastic visibility and maintains a constant temperature of around 29 degrees, ensuring optimal comfort for all divers.
A 1.6-meter training platform extends over 50% of the pool's bottom surface, offering ample space for practicing various diving skills. The pool's unique design, with a bottom depth of 4 meters, allows divers to swim in a 30-meter circular path, simulating open water conditions. This facility also includes a gas filling station, a classroom, and an equipment showroom, making it a comprehensive training center for divers of all levels.
Oakham Swimming Pool
The 25m heated swimming pool at Oakham School's Leisure Centre is perfect for scuba diver training and kids' diving courses. This state-of-the-art facility provides laned sections for focused training and a comfortable, warm environment, ensuring an ideal learning experience for divers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're refining your technique or introducing children to the wonders of diving, our pool offers the perfect setting.
Our pool session(s) are on Saturday evenings from 18:00 - 20:00, with a meet at the Dive Centre prior (this time will be confirmed when you book). The time at the Dive Centre is spent on various activities depending on which course you are undertaking but for all first session this will involve introducing you to your instructor, the dive equipment you will be using in the pool, a safety briefing and the evenings activities. During non term time then we have a pool session available on a Thursday from 19:00 - 21:00.
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Our team of highly experienced instructors will be on hand to guide you through every step of the way
