FREEDIVER, MERMAID, ADV MERMAID AND UNDERWATER PHOTOSHOOTS
DECEMBER 18TH - 19TH, 2024
Join us for our springs bundle led by Brandee Anthony the Vero Beach Mermaid and freedive instructor Zeke Motta. This 2 day combo course offers the following PADI certifications: Freediver, Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid, as well as photo and video packages. Whether you are brand new to diving or already certified, this combo is created to help everyone at al levels on their journey! Choose to take one or all of the courses! When considering attending this event, please be sure to read through all the info below thoroughly before signing up.
ABOUT THE COURSES
Below is a breakdown of all of the courses, their costs and what days they are being offered. Please note Mermaid is a pre requisite for Advanced Mermaid. If you are not yet certified, you will sign up for Mermaid with the option to combo it with advanced mermaid. This schedule allows you to book all of the offerings if desired or drop in where you'd like.
Location: Greater High Springs area, Florida
OFFERINGS
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Freediver $550
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1 day drop in training (already certified) $100
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Mermaid certification $450
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Advanced Mermaid certification $350
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Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid Combo $750
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Video shoot $450
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Mini Photoshoot $350
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Full Photoshoot $650
Prices includes PADI E-learning fees - all items are priced separately
SCHEDULE
Level 1 Freediver Course
Dec 18th 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Dec 19th 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Drop in Freedive training
Dec 18th 8:00 am - 11:00 am (static and dynamic)
Dec 19th 8:00 am - 11:00 am (depth)
Mermaid Course
Dec 18th 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Advanced Mermaid Course
Dec 19th 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Photo/Video shoots
In the evenings on Dec 18th and 19th
PERKS OF THE COURSES
Most commercial jobs require these certifications
To increase your breath hold and depth ability
Refine your skills as a mermaid underwater
Greater confidence in yourself and your practice
Prepare you to go pro as a PADI Mermaid instructor
To ensure safety in the water for you and others
Connect with other likeminded individuals in the community
Explore the magical Florida Springs
WHO IS THIS FOR
The springs bundle is designed for anyone who would like to earn their PADI certifications, train and or shoot content. Whether you are brand new or already certified, there is something for everyone to enjoy while we are in the beautiful springs!
GEAR LIST AND RENTALS
Minimum 3mm Wetsuit (rentals available)
Mermaid tail and monofin (rentals available)
Freedive long blade bifins (rentals available)
Low volume mask and J snorkel (rentals available)
Weight belt and weights (rentals available)
Reusable water bottle
Beach Towel
Warm comfy clothes
Gear needs are dependent on your booking
Mermaid photoshoot rentals can be found here
If you plan to rent gear, please reserve as soon as you sign up as there are limited quantities and sizes! Rental items are $10 per day and are needed for two days with the level 1 retreats. Weight belt and weights as well as mask and snorkel are priced as pairs so no need to rent individually unless you already have some of the items.
THE SIGN UP STEPS
-Read through this page carefully
-Hit the apply now button at the bottom
-Submit your application and include full responses
-You will receive an invoice to pay for your booking
-Once you have submitted your payment and forms you will receive an info email
-After receiving the info email, please be sure to book any gear rental right away
-If signing up for a course you will receive an email with your PADI E learning
-Complete PADI E learnings for each course you sign up for (Freediver, Mermaid and Advanced Mermaid)
-If a doctor signature is needed on your medical, get that done right away
-Be sure to add yourself to the Facebook group to get to know everyone and coordinate ride share if desired
IMPORTANT INFO:
These courses have very limited spots. Full payment is due upfront to take a spot! Please visit the FAQ page before emailing with any questions!
After you have submitted your payment you will receive an email with specifics for your booking!
THESE SPOTS ARE ABSOLUTELY NON REFUNDABLE!!!!
There are no conditions in which your spot and payment would be refunded to you unless the retreat is canceled in emergency situations. These courses are highly time intensive for our team and very limited in spots. We highly recommend purchasing dive trip insurance to cover you in case of an unforeseen need to cancel.
If you are over 45 or have any medical conditions - please see the required medical form before signing up! There are no refunds if you sign up and do not pass your medical. Medical form can be found here. Pay close attention to the questions, not everyone will need a doctors signature so be sure to check if you do or not!
WOHOO YOU MADE IT TO THE END! LET'S DO THIS! This is a first come first serve sign up! If your application is approved you will be eligible in the order that you signed up. Please be ready to pay and sign your forms as soon as you get them!