This guide speaks to you, the Basic Mermaid and Mermaid Instructor. The guide has four sections – the first contains standards specific to this course, the second contains knowledge development presentations, the third contains information on the confinedwater training sessions and the fourth details open water training. All required standards, learning objectives, activities, and performance requirements specific to the PADI Mermaid Program appear in boldface print. The boldface print assists you in easily identifying those requirements that you must adhere to when you conduct the courses. Items not in boldface print are recommendations for your information and consideration. General course standards applicable to all PADI courses are located in the General Standards and Procedures section of the PADI Instructor Manual.