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Ready to break through boundaries and let go of what's holding you back? It’s time to unleash your inner mermaid! At Songbird Siren Productions, we offer PADI Mermaid courses, retreats, and unforgettable vacations along the East Coast and beyond. Dive in, embrace your power, and let us help you become the best mermaid you can be. See our upcoming courses below - your magical transformation awaits!
Upcoming Courses
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*SOLD OUT* PADI Basic Mermaid at MerMagic Con, Silver Spring, Maryland, March 1-2 2025
Join us at the world’s largest mermaid convention! Getting certified is a great step to becoming or strengthening your existing professional mermaid resume, or learning the skills you need to be a safe hobbyist!
Students in this class will receive a discount of $100 off a retreat or $50 off a non-retreat course for 2025!
*you MUST have a participant pass to MerMagic Con to attend this class*
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SIREN FLOW: A Mermaid Yoga Retreat in the Florida Springs, PADI Mermaid / Advanced Mermaid, May 19-23 2025
This retreat offers more than a typical PADI Mermaid course—it's a transformative experience designed to empower and challenge you. Over 5 days of yoga, meditation, mermaiding, freediving, and nature exploration in the healing waters of Florida Springs, you’ll foster mindfulness, creativity, and confidence. Clear self-doubts, ignite your inner fire, and leave feeling rejuvenated, brave, and grounded.
Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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SUNKEN CITY: South Carolina PADI Mermaid / Advanced Mermaid Courses and Photoshoots, June 14-15 2025
Dive into the enchanting waters of South Carolina, where folklore and history come alive beneath the surface. Our PADI Mermaid Courses combines certification training, technique practice, and storytelling of a sunken city submerged in the lake’s clear, tranquil depths. Experience captivating underwater photoshoots inspired by the lake’s rich and mysterious past, all while honing your mermaid skills in this hidden gem of natural beauty.
Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Beaufort NC Discover Mermaid / PADI Mermaid and Photoshoots - June 28-29 2025
Songbird Siren Productions has partnered with Discovery Diving to offer PADI Discover Mermaid for those who want to dip their toes in the art of mermaiding, and PADI Mermaid for those who want to learn the tricks of the trade! Beach photoshoot packages are available!
Level: Beginner, Intermediate
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LAKE OF DREAMS: A Mountain Mermaid Retreat in Tennessee, PADI Mermaid/Advanced Mermaid, July 13-15 2025
Escape to the Mountain Mermaid Retreat in the serene Cherokee National Forest, where the cool, shimmering waters of the Lake of Dreams foster mental clarity, self-confidence, and masterful mermaid swimming techniques. Surrounded by peaceful mountain views and a supportive community, you’ll leave feeling inspired, rejuvenated, and connected yourself and the water.
Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Lexington NC PADI Mermaid / Advanced Mermaid, August 10-11 2025
Earn your PADI Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid certifications in a dive quarry just outside of Charlotte, NC! We will be mermaiding alongside the Japanese Koi fish and nonstinging freshwater jellyfish!
Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Carolina Beach Basic Mermaid Courses and Photoshoots - TBD
Learn the art of Mermaiding at Carolina Beach! This course is a single-day experience with outdoor pool training. We will also be offering a posing workshop / photoshoot including “dry” photos on a gorgeous rocky beach!
Level: Beginner
Apply now to secure your spot!
No mermaid tail? No worries! We have an inventory of Finfolk Discovery Tails and Mermaid Linden Monofins for students to use.
Private Discover Mermaid Courses
Dip your toes into the world of Mermaiding by scheduling a Private Discover Mermaid Course in the Charlotte, NC area! Students will learn to safely and effectively swim in mermaid tails that we provide.
Adults (ages 16+)
$45 per student for 1 hour +$20 each for each additional ½ hour
Children (ages 6-15)
$80 per student for 1 hour +$30 each for each additional ½ hour
What are the courses?
Discover Mermaid
Want to dip your toes into the world of Mermaiding? This course is a great place to start! Our PADI Discover Mermaid course is conducted in one session in water shallow enough to stand. Students will learn how to swim in a mermaid tail. This course does not include a certification or teach any mermaid tricks- we will just be swimming! Great for repeat private classes and private parties.
Water Depth: Shallow enough for students to stand!
Prerequisites: Students must demonstrate comfortability in the water, including endurance in swimming, treading, and floating.
Experience in a mermaid tail is not required.
*Monofins and Mermaid Tails are provided!
Basic Mermaid
Ready for your first PADI Mermaid Certification? PADI Basic Mermaid includes one session at a maximum depth of 10 ft. Students will learn about breath holding, mermaid equipment, buddy procedures, and proper mermaid diving technique.
Water Depth: max 3m/10ft
Prerequisites: Ability to swim at least 25m/80ft without swim aids. Ability to float comfortably at the surface for at least 3 minutes.
Experience in a mermaid tail is not required.
*Monofins and Mermaid Tails are provided!
Mermaid
Want to learn more than just the basics? Our PADI Mermaid Course will teach you more than just how to swim in a mermaid tail. Students will learn in-depth breath holding technique, mermaid equipment usage and care, mermaid diving technique, underwater agility, a variety of fun tricks, and mermaid safety! This course is highly recommended for adult beginners and experienced mermaids alike.
Water Depth: max 5m/15ft
Prerequisites: Ability to swim at least 50m/160ft without swim aids. Ability to float comfortably at the surface for at least 5 minutes. (This can be your first course, you do not need to be certified as Basic Mermaid prior to Mermaid.)
Experience in a mermaid tail is not required.
*Monofins and Mermaid Tails are provided!
Advanced Mermaid
Let’s take your Mermaiding to open water! Advanced Mermaid will prepare you to be a true creature of the sea! After completing PADI Mermaid, you will be ready to dive into more advanced realms. Students will learn mermaid diving techniques and tricks in a lake, a spring, or the ocean. Students will also learn dive rescue.
Water Depth: max 10m/30ft
Prerequisites: Ability to swim at least 100m/320ft without swim aids. Ability to float comfortably at the surface for at least 10 minutes. Completion of PADI Mermaid.
PADI Advanced Mermaid may be taken immediately after completing the requirements for Mermaid. This means you can earn both Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid certifications in the same trip!
*Monofins and Mermaid Tails are provided!
