Mermaid Courses in the Sunken City of South Carolina
Clemson area, June 14-15, 2025
ABOUT:
Dive into the enchanting world of our favorite South Carolina lake and experience the magic beneath the surface! Our PADI Mermaid Courses offer a unique opportunity to explore one of the most stunning and mysterious locations in the Southeast. With its crystal-clear waters and rich Native American folklore, this lake is home to the legends of a sunken city, an underwater treasure that calls to adventurers, dreamers, and divers alike.
In this immersive course, you'll not only earn your mermaid certification but also develop your technique in the tranquil, mesmerizing depths of this hidden gem. Throughout the course, we'll guide you through personalized instruction, giving you the tools to perfect your mermaid swimming skills, while also offering unique photoshoots that capture the mystical essence of the lake and its folklore.
No experience needed, open to all genders.
***This course is not a retreat, students will be responsible for their own transportation and accommodation.***
PADI Mermaid & Advanced Mermaid Bundle - All Sessions: $750
PADI Mermaid - Day 1 Pool Sessions only: $350
PADI Advanced Mermaid - Day 2 Lake Session only (must be certified PADI Mermaid): $400
Posing Workshop & Photoshoot add-on: $150
Campgrounds nearby:
PRICES:
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Required:
Mask and Snorkel
Bi-fins
Highly Recommended:
3mm Wetsuit
Neoprene socks
Sun and hair protection
See our Gear Guide for recommendations
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Finfolk Discovery mermaid tails
Linden monofins
Weight belts
Dive weights
Itinerary
Saturday - Day 1
9:30am Meet at the pool in Six Mile, SC.
Briefing: We will go over what the course will look like, work on our breath hold training, and learn about equalization techniques.
10am Stretching.
10:15am PADI Mermaid session 1.
11:30am Lunch will be provided.
12:00pm PADI Mermaid session 2.
1:30pm Photoshoots!
2:30pm End.
Sunday- Day 2
8am Meet at the lake in Salem, SC. We will start our day with some stretching!
8:30am PADI Advanced Mermaid
12:00pm Photoshoots!
1:00pm End.
Itineraries are rough outlines and are subject to change based on students’ learning process, weather patterns, and other reasons. This is not a set in stone schedule, simply an outline of what our days will most likely look like. There is always a chance that our day will end earlier or later than scheduled.
Apply now to secure your spot!
Once you apply, we will contact you via email! Once your invoice is paid, we will send over your PADI eLearning and forms to be fill out. See you in South Carolina!
Not ready to apply? Feel free to contact us with any and all questions you have.