ABOUT THE SUMMIT
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! 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 basic mermaid all the way to mermaid instructor trainer!
Cost: three ticket levels 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.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday:
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Kick off ceremony 10:00 am
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UW Workshops 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
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PADI Basic Mermaid course 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Pro Underwater photoshoots 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
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Group swim 12:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Mermaid Freedive performance competition 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Closing ceremony 5:30 pm
Saturday
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Fantasy Gala 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Professional speakers, interactive workshops, Hors d'oeuvre, photo ops, charity raffle, pop up shops, DJ
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Mermaid Mixer after party
cocktails, live music and mermaid themed fun
Sunday
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Beach Day 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Beach clean up, mermaid photo ops, group swims, content, fun in the sun
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 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!
Step into our fantastical world with the heart of the Summit on day 2 at the Fantasy Gala! Enjoy themed decor, delicious food, incredible speakers, interactive workshops, charity raffle and dancing!
Themed after party to follow downtown
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!
SPECIAL GUESTS
There are very limited tickets for this event!
Ticket levels:
Day 1 Pool $150
one day ticket for all pool workshops and competition
Day 2 Gala $200
one day ticket to Gala
VIP Gala $350
one day ticket to Gala, early entrance, crafting box, swag bag
Day 3 Beach $75
one day ticket to beach day
3 day $350
ticket to all three days of summit
VIP 3 day $500
ticket to all three days of summit with VIP Gala ticket, pavilion with picnic
Following ticket purchase you will receive a welcome packet with all the details. Please note that there are very limited tickets for this event and they are non refundable. Once purchased there is no refunding a ticket.
with Brandee Anthony Media
Get professional content with an underwater photoshoot! Sessions are 15 mins and include 2 fully edited images.
$350
15 Min Photo/Video Experience
Backdrop and props available
Same day access to ALL content
Print out from session and custom sticker
Personalized coaching and consult
BTS filming of session
Please note this is not a professional shoot
Learn the basics of mermaiding in this fun and interactive certification course! This is required to attend if you are not yet certified!
$155
EVENT APPAREL
