PADI Mermaid Instructor Course

The PADI Mermaid Instructor Course is an exciting and unique professional-level program designed for individuals who want to share the magic of mermaiding with others while promoting safety, confidence, and environmental awareness in the water. This course builds on the foundational knowledge of the PADI Advanced Mermaid certification and equips candidates with the teaching skills, performance requirements, and organizational tools necessary to lead PADI Mermaid programs. As a Mermaid Instructor, you'll learn how to structure engaging training sessions, manage in-water logistics, and mentor students of all skill levels—from absolute beginners to experienced mermaids. The course covers topics such as risk management, instructional techniques, mermaid-specific rescue scenarios, and how to conduct both confined water and open water sessions. Emphasis is also placed on the cultural significance of mermaiding, sustainable practices, and building inclusive, empowering communities around this growing sport. Completing the PADI Mermaid Instructor Course not only allows you to teach the full range of PADI Mermaid programs but also opens the door to creative opportunities in aquatic entertainment, tourism, underwater modelling, and performance art. Whether you're looking to turn your passion into a profession or add something extraordinary to your dive business, this course is your gateway to an imaginative and inspiring underwater world.