Introduction Experience

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Dates and Locations:
Following government advise we are not currently taking bookings.
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All vouchers will be valid for additional months once we know when we can open Merkingdom again.

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Join us for a magical 1 hour long experience in the pool as we visit Merkingdom.

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Our experiences take place will take place in a swimming pool with a qualified Mermaid Instructor.

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During the session mermaids will learn the safety mermaid skills, the basic mermaid movements, partake in mermaid games and challenges and take a few photos or videos to help capture the memory.

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All equipment including monofins and tails are provided by Mermaids Scotland

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Safety is important so participants must be able to meet the following criteria:

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Swim 25 metres comfortably

Be able to submerge their face fully whilst swimming

Be able to tread water in both shallow and deep water

Be able to lift their feet off the ground and use their arms to turn ariund in both directions

Be able to demonstrate a basic dolphin kick for 5 metres.

​Children must be 6 years old or older to ensure they are physiologically ready to use a monofin.

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Progression Lessons

 

Dates and Locations:

Following government advise we are not currently taking bookings.
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All vouchers will be valid for additional months once we know when we can open Merkingdom again.

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These classes are suitable for those who have completed their first mermaid experience and already know the safety skills taught in that class.

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Our lessons take place will take place in a swimming pool with a qualified Mermaid Instructor.

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All equipment including monofins and tails are provided by Mermaids Scotland

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Each lesson will be tailored to the individuals that are booked and the skills/modules they are working on. We have 4 stage levels each with 12 modules

 

Entry and Exits
Obstacles
Tricks
Underwater Swims
Partner Work
Group Routines
Trident Throwing
Ribbon Work
Poses
Rotation
Speed Swim
Little mermaid recreation

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As mermaids work through the 4 stage levels these 12 modules get progressively harder.

When mermaids achieve all the modules in a stage they will be presented with a medal to celebrate their achievement.

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Adult Lessons

 

Dates and Locations:
Following government advise we are not currently taking bookings.
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All vouchers will be valid for additional months once we know when we can open Merkingdom again.

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Why should kids get to have all the fun? All types of swimming are exercise that burns calories but there’s a few specific benefits to Mermaid swimming adults should be made aware of.
Mermaid swimming is a brilliant core muscle work out. The kick also helps tone your calves and buttocks. It's great fun as the mono fin helps you swim fast. You'll also meet like minded people.
You'll be taught the same curriculum as our children's classes. Initially you'll be taught the safety skills and basic moves and tricks. You'll then start the first of our 4 stage levels each with 12 modules:

 

Entry and Exits
Obstacles
Tricks
Underwater Swims
Partner Work
Group Routines
Trident Throwing
Ribbon Work
Poses
Rotation
Speed Swim
Little mermaid recreation

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As mermaids work through the 4 stage levels these 12 modules get progressively harder.

When mermaids achieve all the modules in a stage they will be presented with a medal to celebrate their achievement.

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