Do I need prior experience to participate?

No prior diving experience is necessary, but comfort in the water and basic swimming skills are required.

Bring your personal reef-safe sunscreen, water, and a willingness to have fun in the water.

Is this suitable for children?

Participants should be comfortable swimming; children over 8 who meet the skill requirements can participate.

How do I prepare for the activity?

Ensure you’re well-hydrated and avoid heavy meals before the session.

Yes, underwater cameras are welcome; ask your instructor for advice on best spots.

What if I get nervous?

Your guides are there to assist and ensure a safe, enjoyable experience.

PADI Advanced Mermaid Certification | Workshop in Riviera Beach |

The Atlantic Ocean presents a vibrant and lively setting for underwater adventures, and the PADI Advanced Mermaid Certification turns the ocean into your personal playground. Based in a region renowned for its warm, clear waters and colorful coral reefs, this course invites budding mermaids to dive deeper into their underwater potential. Over three hours, participants expand their breath-hold techniques, refine their swimming performance, and learn how to move with grace and confidence beneath the waves. Under expert guidance, you'll swim amongst tropical fish and coral formations, capturing stunning photographs and creating lasting memories. What makes this trip special is its dedicated focus on skill development within a stunning marine environment, making it perfect for those seeking both adventure and education. The operation utilizes a private boat, ensuring personalized attention and flexibility to find the best sites each day. Since the Atlantic's waters are teeming with marine life and vibrant coral, you’re never short of spectacular sights. The region, with its warm currents, supports a thriving ecosystem that attracts diverse species, from colorful reef fish to shy octopuses, providing ample photo opportunities and wildlife encounters. This mermaiding certification is not only a fun and immersive experience but a chance to connect with the ocean in a deeply meaningful way. It’s ideal for water lovers with some swimming experience looking to elevate their skills and enjoy a playful, artistic approach to marine exploration. Whether you're a seasoned diver or a beginner comfortable in the water, this course welcomes all with the passion for the sea. The Atlantic Ocean's legendary clarity and abundant marine life make it a top destination for water-based adventures, and this mermaid course adds an imaginative twist that’s perfect for families, couples, or solo explorers seeking a unique aquatic experience.

About Live Free Diving

Live Free Diving is a Palm Beach–based ocean experiences provider specializing in freediving, snorkeling, boat tours, and mermaiding instruction. The company runs guided Peanut Island cruises and snorkel tours, Blue Heron Bridge reef trips, turtle-focused boat excursions, and structured freediving courses from beginner Discover Freediving sessions to Level 1 certification and open water training.

A PADI Advanced Mermaid Certification and mermaid performance workshops are also offered, along with unique experiences like a sea-to-plate spearfishing safari with a hands-on ceviche workshop. Safety is a priority: sessions are led by certified instructors and local guides who provide small-group attention, rental gear options, and clear pre-trip briefings.

Boat-based trips depart aboard “Fins Up,” a 26-foot vessel used for sunset cruises, turtle tours, and reef excursions. Several experiences include on-water photography, habitat-focused interpretation, and land-side photo opportunities. Live Free Diving emphasizes sustainable practices and respect for marine life; guides teach safe snorkeling and freediving techniques and promote responsible wildlife viewing, including how to observe green sea turtles without disturbance.

Ideal for families, snorkeling enthusiasts, aspiring freedivers, and anyone curious about mermaiding, offerings range from two-hour sunset cruises and three-hour reef trips to multi-day training programs. Bookings accommodate private groups, mixed-ability guests, and those seeking hands-on learning or relaxed sightseeing. Customers can rent high-quality gear, request private charters, and receive underwater photography to take home lasting memories of Palm Beach marine life and beginner-friendly instruction daily.