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MERMAID FREEDIVE® SUMMIT

A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & FANTASY WEEKEND FOR MERMAIDS

MAY 9TH - 11TH 2025

ABOUT THE WEEKEND

Prepare for a professional development experience unique to the mermaid world and join the Mermaid Freedive® team for an inspiring, creative and fun weekend celebrating the mermaid community and benefiting the Coral Restoration Foundation! Hosted by Vero Beach Mermaid, the Mermaid Freedive® Summit is an annual event that creates space for mermaids of all levels to gain knowledge, inspiration, creative content and community through interactive events, conservation, workshops and speakers. This event is great for anyone who wants to journey into the Mermaid space at any level from brand new all the way to mermaid instructor trainer! 

Cost: various ticket options available

Location: Vero Beach, Florida

Dates: May 9th, 10th and 11th 2025

WHO IS THIS FOR

This three day event is open to all levels of mermaids whether you have already started your journey or you are just getting started during this event! This is most ideal for those who are or want to become professionals in the mermaid and diving industries, mermaid enthusiasts and those seeking to deepen a connection to the mermaid community and our environment. 

TENTATIVE EVENT SCHEDULE

Friday:

  • Kick off ceremony 10:00 am

  • UW Workshops 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

  • PADI Basic Mermaid course 10:30 am - 11:30 am

  • Pro Underwater photoshoots 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

  • Group swim 12:00 am - 1:00 pm

  • Mermaid Freedive performance competition 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Closing ceremony 5:30 pm

Saturday

  • Fantasy Gala Ball 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Professional speakers, interactive workshops, Hors d'oeuvre, photo ops, charity raffle, Finfolk and Petunias Floral pop up shops, music and live performances  

  • Mermaid Mixer after party

cocktails, live music and mermaid themed fun 

Sunday

  • Beach Day 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Beach clean up, mermaid photo ops, group swims, content, fun in the sun at the stunning inlet

  • Pro photoshoots to follow

this is tentative and subject to change - all locations of events will be in the the welcome book you receive when you sign up!

Day 1: Underwater

Day 1 is a fun filled day of pool workshops, group swims and a performance competition. 

Choose from various different workshops, train with our special guests and book an uw photoshoot. This day is packed with fun to help you level up underwater! 

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Day 2: Fantasy Gala

Step into our fantastical world with the heart of the Summit on day 2 at the Fantasy Gala Ball! Enjoy themed decor, delicious food, incredible speakers, pop up shops, interactive workshops, charity raffle, dancing, live music and performances! 

Themed after party to follow downtown

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Day 3: Beach

On day 3 enjoy the beautiful sights of Fort Pierce from one of the best spots! Ocean swimming, inlet photoshoots, beach cleanup, relaxation and fun in the sun!

Option to book pro photoshoots at the Vero Beach Mermaids favorite spot! 

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SPECIAL GUESTS