Individual approach
One instructor at our school always teaches a sensible number of students. We never push things to the limit and give every student 100% of our attention.
A mermaid for a try. A playful taster of swimming with a monofin and a costume for girls and boys, with a programme tailored to their swimming abilities.
1 150 CZKfor the programme
Training with Divers Direct. Your pace, a shared goal.
6+ years · Mermaiding taster
For children fascinated by the world of mermaids.
For girls and boys of different swimming abilities.
For a first taster before a regular club session.
For parents who want a programme tailored to their child.
A step further with every dive.
You get to know the new environment gradually. From explanations on dry land to your own experience beneath the surface.
One introductory lesson; the duration will be confirmed by the school
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Monofin · Enlarge02 / 04
Transformation · Enlarge03 / 04
What next? · Enlarge04 / 04The instructor first assesses the child’s swimming ability and adapts the programme. Lessons are for girls and boys. SSI Try Mermaid is for ages 6 and over and requires an independent swim of at least 12 metres.
Programme according to age and swimming abilities
Enlarge photoChildren gradually learn to use a monofin. They must be able to swim at least 12 metres independently; the instructor assesses whether using the fin is appropriate.
First confidence, then new movements
Enlarge photoA mermaid tail costume and water games are added to the monofin. More experienced swimmers improve their skills and learn the basics of breath-hold diving.
Monofin, costume and discovery
Enlarge photoWhen children are excited by the new movement, they can continue in regular preparatory classes. Suitable groups and the next steps are agreed with the instructor.
Next step: Mermaid preparatory class
Enlarge photoYou will confirm the exact dates and conditions with the school before starting.
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Yes. The programme is for girls and boys.
SSI Try Mermaid requires an independent swim of at least 12 metres. We will first recommend suitable swimming lessons for non-swimmers.
Choose a date at divers.cz/rezervace in the relevant section. You will receive confirmation and organisational information from the school. Select the Mermaiding section and the blue Try scuba diving date. Please add the voucher in the note.
Swimwear, a towel and something to drink. You may bring your own mask or swimming goggles.
SSI Try Mermaid is for ages 6 and over. The child must swim at least 12 metres independently.
Choose a programme and arrange the next step with the school.
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Closer to the water world with every lesson.
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Gracefully beneath the surface. With confidence and a buddy.
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Get your body moving. Find your rhythm.
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One instructor at our school always teaches a sensible number of students. We never push things to the limit and give every student 100% of our attention.
Every one of our instructors and divemasters lives and breathes diving, loves teaching, and passes that enthusiasm on. We are a team of enthusiasts who will draw you into the world of diving.
We maintain high standards and take no shortcuts. Safety, fun, efficiency and ecology too – that is the foundation of every course we run.
We run certification courses according to SSI standards. SSI certifications are internationally recognised in the diving world.
We will agree on training dates that suit you. Flexibility is a given for us and we always do our utmost to accommodate you.
We train in the deepest pit in the Czech Republic – at Aquapalace Praha in Čestlice. There we have ideal conditions for pool training, and it shows in our divers.
With us you can continue – lectures, training sessions, trips, expeditions, follow-on courses. And on top of that, a 10% discount on equipment and other courses.
Divers Direct is more than a school – it is a community. Lectures, evenings in the clubhouse, experiences that bring people together.
Our instructors teach here and abroad – we have know-how from all over the world. We are happy to share it with every one of our students.