Our 2023 Convention is May 19th - 21st
Underwater Workshop with Medusirena
Learn from an Industry FOUNDER
This two-day workshop with multi-talented Marina is the chance of a lifetime! Whether you are an professional mermaid, an aspiring pro, or a mermaid enthusiast, the depth (see what we did there) of knowledge at your fin tips from this accomplished mermaid is unfathomable.
Day one will focus on swim technique, buoyancy control, tips and tricks. Day two will feature one on one coaching with Medusirena and an underwater photographer. You will receive two edited images as part of your workshop package.
- This Workshop is formulated for intermediate and advanced mermaid and swimmers
- This class is for students 18+
- Class is limited space, so book quickly!
Workshop FAQ
- This is a two day workshop
- Ticket includes two edited images
- Ticket includes Main Entry to the California Mermaid Convention
- Students must be able to safely tread water without holding the side for approx. 10-15 min
- Students must bring their own tails and/or monofins
- Full vaccination, or a negative COVID test taken within 48 hrs will be needed for entry into ANY of our ticketed events for all guests ages 2 and over. Masks must be worn during any indoor activity.
Workshop Coach
Medusirena - Marina the Fire Eating Mermaid
Medusirena's talents range from Subaquatic swim shows to percussive performances by way of Taiko Drums, Tiki styled variety acts, and even fire acts! This gal says she needs her head examined!
A trailblazer in the field of "Mermaid Performances", she's most famous for her nearly 16 years as the official Mermaid at The Wreck Bar, creating its numerous swim shows both with tails and with dance ensembles. She also teaches fitness and swim workshops to help enhance aquatic skills; making them better performers and artist in their own style.
MeduSirena is also well recognized by the Tiki Community, working as an emcee and a dancer. She's been a Poly Pop entertainment fixture at tiki events all throughout the United States. She's also a founding member of Japanese drumming/ Taiko Troupe 'Ronin Taiko', along with her husband Roy Anderson, and their son, Raiden- creating a unique percussive family business.
Support Medusirena on her Patreon!
FLEDGLING Fish - BEGINNER Mermaid Workshop
An Introduction to the Mermaid World
Have you ever wanted to dip your fins into the exciting world of swimming in a mermaid tail? Now is your chance! Join instructor Rachel Smith as she teaches an introductory class on tail swimming, safety and the basics of professional and recreational mermaiding. The class will feature 30 min of lecture/dry work, and 60 min of in water work.
Workshop FAQ
- Fledgling Fish Workshop will take place on May 21st, 2022. This workshop is ONE DAY ONLY
- Location: Hagan Community Center Pool: Deep end of Kid's Splash Zone
- Ages 15+
- Students must be able to safely tread water without holding the side for aprox 10-15 min
- Students must bring their own tails and/or monofins
- Students may bring their own underwater cameras for photos or video
- Students will receive a handouts and written materials relating to the class
Workshop FAQ
- Ticket Includes Main Entry to Convention
- Workshop takes place on May 19th, 2022
- Workshop is open for fish 15+
- No glitter, glass or oil based lubricant allowed on the pool deck
- Full vaccination, or a negative COVID test taken within 48 hrs will be needed for entry into ANY of our ticketed events for all guests ages 2 and over. Masks must be worn during any indoor activity.
Workshop Coach - Rachel Smith
Mermaid Rachel is one half of the mother/daughter team of Mermaid and Mom. She has been the Head Mermaid at the Dive Bar in downtown Sacramento since their opening year in 2011. She trains, schedules, hires and performs with Dive Bar's team of mermaids and mermen who swim nightly in a 40ft saltwater aquarium.
Since becoming a professional aquatic entertainer, Mermaid Rachel has traveled through the United States, and internationally, showcasing her skills at corporate events, as an underwater movement and modeling coach, giving lectures at mermaid conventions, and being a featured performer in documentaries and films. Throughout California, she has performed at countless parties and events for children and adults, both on land and in water. In 2019, Mermaid Rachel and her business partner Mermaid Ashley produced, planned and executed the first ever Mermaid Convention in California - The California Mermaid Convention!