{"id":15162,"date":"2024-05-10T01:52:47","date_gmt":"2024-05-10T01:52:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/?p=15162"},"modified":"2025-10-04T09:43:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T09:43:43","slug":"six-senses-launches-mermaid-courses-in-maldives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/2024\/05\/six-senses-launches-mermaid-courses-in-maldives\/","title":{"rendered":"Six Senses launches Mermaid Courses in Maldives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Six Senses Laamu<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tpo.lv\/i2ZkOrbI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Six Senses Kanuhura<\/strong><\/a> in the Maldives are making waves with the launch of an enchanting underwater experience \u2013 PADI Mermaid courses.<\/p>\n<p>Now, guests aged six and above can embark on a magical journey guided by certified PADI scuba dive instructors. Aspiring mermaids and mermen will be equipped with a monofin, a type of swim fin that mimics the movements of dolphins, and colorful fabric tail, mirroring the hues of the ocean. Catering to various ages, interests, and skill levels, both resorts offer a range of courses from discovery to advanced. A professional photographer is available on request to capture personal fairytale-moments.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16245\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16245\" style=\"width: 780px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16245\" src=\"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/six-senses-laamu-300x182.jpg\" alt=\"Six Senses Laamu\" width=\"780\" height=\"473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/six-senses-laamu-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/six-senses-laamu-768x467.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/six-senses-laamu-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/six-senses-laamu-500x304.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/six-senses-laamu.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16245\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Six Senses Laamu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to introduce this fun new experience to our range of underwater offerings,\u201d says Judith Scheibelberger, PADI trainer and resident mermaid expert at Six Senses Laamu, an IHG Hotels &amp; Resorts property. \u201cOur mermaid courses are not only a source of fun and excitement for kids but also invite adults to tap into their imagination and reconnect with their inner child. Beyond the entertainment aspect and capturing Instagram-worthy memories, participants will also gain valuable underwater skills and learn about the awe-inspiring secrets of the sea.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Mermaid courses join a plethora of underwater experiences available to guests at both Maldivian Six Senses resorts, including snorkeling with turtles, vibrant coral reef explorations, and exhilarating diving adventures. The resorts boasts state-of-the-art dive centers that provide comprehensive services and expert guidance.<\/p>\n<p>For young adventurers, both resorts also offer the PADI Seal Team programme, catering to junior divers aged eight and above. This program allows aspiring divers to explore the underwater world safely, through the five \u2018AquaMissions,\u2019 where participants can delve down to four meters, or the introductory PADI Bubblemaker experience, tailored for children aged eight to nine, allowing them to dive down to two meters.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese experiences not only offer a glimpse into the mesmerising underwater world but also provide an opportunity for young divers to develop their confidence and diving skills while exploring the diversity of Maldivian reefs,\u201d says Anne Hospital, Dive Manager of both resorts.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23168\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23168\" style=\"width: 779px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-23168\" src=\"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Six Senses Laamu Overwater Villa\" width=\"779\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-678x509.jpg 678w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-326x245.jpg 326w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/six-senses-laamu-overwater-villa.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 779px) 100vw, 779px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23168\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Six Senses Laamu Overwater Villa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The brand\u2019s Grow With Six Senses programme offers all of the dimensions of wellness, providing kids with opportunities to reconnect with nature and engage with their surroundings. Through immersive experiences in local culture, wellness, sustainability and social interactions, children spark their curiosity and gain valuable life skills. At the heart of this programme are the dedicated kid\u2019s clubs known as \u2018The Den\u2019, which serve as hubs for exploration and discovery.<\/p>\n<p>At Six Senses Laamu and Six Senses Kanuhura, one standout offering is the Mermaid course, which invites children on an underwater adventure amidst stunning turquoise panoramas. On land, the activities are equally diverse, ranging from enlightening garden tours to innovative waste-to-wealth workshops and interactive junior cooking classes. These experiences are designed to provide children with valuable life skills through hands-on play, ensuring a comprehensive and enriching journey for young guests at the resorts.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prices for the PADI Mermaid Courses start from USD 150 for a 45-minute discovery session.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a title=\"Six Senses Laamu\" href=\"https:\/\/trip.tpo.lv\/ok4LiuYE\" target=\"blanc2\" rel=\"nofollow\">Check availability and best price at Six Senses Laamu here &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>More info about <a href=\"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/six-senses-laamu\/\">Six Senses Laamu resort<\/a> in the Maldives<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\">Six Senses Laamu and Six Senses Kanuhura in the Maldives are making waves with the launch of an enchanting underwater experience \u2013 PADI Mermaid courses. 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