PADI Mermaid Course Guide
An Azure Journey Embraced by NatureSunlight, glass‑blue water and a mermaid tail – the dream trio of Okinawa.
Okinawa’s crystalline “glass sea,” radiant sun and vibrant coral reefs make it one of Asia’s most inspiring gateways to the underwater world. At RiShima Dive we crafted a complete PADI Mermaid pathway for every dreamer – from your very first splash to advanced mastery. Start from zero, slip into a shimmering tail and grow step by step into a confident ocean performer.
Whether you want a unique travel memory, stunning underwater portraits, or a professional stepping stone for performance or teaching – this is where your story begins.
In Okinawa you don’t just look at the sea – you become part of it.
1. PADI Discover Mermaid
First thing in Okinawa? Put on a tail and make the dream real – no experience needed.
No background required. Your journey starts here with a gentle, magical first step. Guided by a fully certified PADI Mermaid Instructor, you’ll learn float control and graceful dolphin/fin movements while wearing a real tail – and feel yourself transforming beneath the surface.
Conducted in a shallow pool for comfort and safety – ideal if you just want to taste the mer‑world or create an unforgettable highlight for your trip.
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2. PADI Basic Mermaid
Lay a solid foundation in Okinawa’s dazzling blue with RiShima Dive.
Step beyond a trial into structured learning. This course builds your fundamentals: breathing & relaxation, turns, efficient tail propulsion and simple shallow descents – so you can handle your tail with confidence in tropical clarity.
Completion earns the international PADI Basic Mermaid certification – your key to deeper progression.
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3. PADI Mermaid
Turn Okinawa’s glass sea into your personal stage – refine, extend, express.
Dive deeper into technique: longer distance propulsion, static poses, elegant directional transitions and adapting to varied aquatic environments. You will grow both efficiency and artistry while consolidating safety awareness. Finish with the globally recognized PADI Mermaid certification – and the confidence to perform and create underwater flow.
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4. PADI Advanced Mermaid
Train at a professional level – choreography, endurance & creative expression.
Designed for ambitious mermaids seeking excellence: advanced hydrodynamics, routine building, team synergy, camera presence and environmental adaptation. Build stamina and refinement for performance, competition or future instructor pathways. Earn the PADI Advanced Mermaid certification and emerge not just as a mermaid – but as an underwater storyteller.
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