The PADI Basic Mermaid™ course combines e-learning, mermaid knowledge and principles, and a confined-water skill-development session to introduce the fun of fundamental mermaid diving. The course covers the background and culture of mermaid diving, primary safety considerations, equipment, and basic water skills.

To enroll in the PADI Basic Mermaid course, you must be at least six years old. You need to be able to swim at least 25m/80ft without swim aids, be able to float comfortably at the surface for at least 3 mins, and be in good physical health. No prior snorkeling, skin diving, or freediving course completion is required.

The PADI Basic Mermaid course consists of two phases:

• Study independently using PADI Basic Mermaid eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in your language).
• A confined water (pool or pool-like location) session to learn and practice basic mermaid diving skills, problem prevention and handling, and how to make mermaid dives