Mermaid Luna’s Gear Guide
On your Mermaid Journey?
Whether you are an aspiring mermaid, a soon-to-be Songbird Siren student, or a seasoned professional, you will find something helpful in Mermaid Luna’s Gear Guide!
PADI Mermaid Course Packing Lists
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Required:
Goggles or mask
Highly Recommended:
Sun and hair protection
What we provide:
Mermaid tails
Monofins
Neoprene socks
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Required:
Mask and Snorkel
Highly Recommended:
Sun and hair protection
What we provide:
Mermaid tails
Monofins
Neoprene socks
Weight belts
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Required:
Mask and Snorkel
Bi-fins
Highly Recommended:
3mm Wetsuit (depending on location)
Sun and hair protection
What we provide:
Mermaid tails
Monofins
Neoprene socks
Weight belts
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Required:
Mask and Snorkel
Bi-fins
Highly Recommended:
3mm Wetsuit
Sun and hair protection
What we provide:
Mermaid tails
Monofins
Neoprene socks
Weight belts
Monofins
Monofins are what powers a mermaid through the water! You cannot get in a tail without one. If you are attending a Mermaid Course, we have Linden monofins for you to use. It is very important that you have a reputable monofin - cheap knockoffs can be very unsafe.
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Mermaid Linden Monofin
This is the monofin we train our students in - because it is one of the best! It is great for beginners and experienced mermaids who swim in pools, springs, lakes, and open water. Finfolk sells replacement straps if they break!
Compatible Mermaid Tails: Finfolk Discovery and Signature tails, FinFun tails, Mertailor Guppy tails, Moonsong Magic Budget tails.
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The Fish Fin
Do you like big flukes? This fin has beautiful shape and flow, and is lighter weight than most silicone fins on the market.
Compatible Mermaid Tails: Moonsong Magic tails, Mertailor Whimsy Three tails.
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Finis Shooter
This monofin is POWERFUL. The fiberglass is incredibly strong and will have you flying through the water.
Compatible Mermaid Tails: Finfolk Signature tails
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Mertailor Original Fantasea Fin
Gorgeous flow for beginners! This floppy silicone helps you learn proper form. I would not recommend this fin for open water, but it is great for pools and calm springs!
Compatible Mermaid Tails: Mertailor Fantasea tails.
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Mertailor Fantasea Fin Three
This is my favorite fin in terms of aesthetic. The flow is incredible and it feels so natural in the water. It is very heavy and may not be suitable for open water unless you are very experienced.
Compatible Mermaid Tails: Mertailor Whimsy Three tails, Moonsong Magic tails.
Bi-fins
To become a certified PADI Mermaid or PADI Advanced Mermaid, you will need a set of bi-fins! They are necessary for acting as a safety to a mermaid. They also make underwater videography way easier, it is quite difficult to hold a camera still while wearing a monofin.
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Cressi Snorkeling Fins
These fins are great for training and Mermaid courses! The foot pockets are super comfortable. These are the fins you will see me in most often.
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Cressi Freedive Fins
If you’re getting into freedive depth training, you will want something longer than the snorkeling fins!
Swimmable Mermaid Tails
Here are the Songbird Siren Productions Approved mermaid tail makers!
You need a monofin to swim in a mermaid tail! You do not need a mermaid tail to attend a Mermaid Course.
Mermaiding is an industry based on small, artist-owned businesses. It is very important that you purchase your tail from a reputable company.
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Finfolk Productions
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Songbird Siren Productions trains in Finfolk Discovery tails! All of their fabric tails are compatible with the Linden monofin. Their Signature tails have two pieces of clear vinyl that encase the monofin to hold the fluke shape. They are an NC based small business with fantastic quality and breathtaking designs. Their tails are not always in stock, follow their instagram for updates!
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The Mertailor
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The Mertailor is a FL based tail company that makes tails for the Linden fin and for their own gorgeous silicone monofins!
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Fin Fun Mermaid
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The best tails for kids or beginners on a budget! They have their own patented monofin, but if you are an adult, I recommend using the Linden fin in their tails.
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Moonsong Magic
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Unique and custom fitted designs for the Linden fin, Fish Fin, and Mertailor Fantasea Fin Three!
Wetsuits
Wetsuits are highly recommended if you are taking a Mermaid Course in a lake, spring, or ocean. We will be submerged for a few hours at a time, your body may lose more heat than you think it will. We recommend the brands below. Cheaper quality wetsuits will still keep you warmer than nothing, but they will allow more cold water to seep in due to the lack of seam sealing.
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Rip Curl Wetsuits
The Rip Curl Omega was my first wetsuit, and still gets used on the regular! They have a wide range of prices for many budgets.
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Neritic Diving Wetsuits
Neritic Diving makes open-cell wetsuits, which are specifically designed for freedivers. They can be a little tricky to get into, but they are warmer than regular wetsuits!
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Truli Wetsuits
Truli Wetsuits are all about size-inclusivity. Standardized wetsuit sizing can be a huge pain for many women. Truli will help you find exactly what is best for you!
Neoprene Accessories
Neoprene socks make a huge difference in your ability to tolerate cooler water temperatures. Even in my toasty warm wetsuit, if my feet are cold, I won’t be able to stay in as long. They are also a must-have if you are prone to blisters from your monofin or bi-fins like I am. I cannot encourage neoprene socks enough!!
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3mm Neoprene Socks
I don’t get in the water without these anymore. These are great value for the price, keep my feet warm, and prevent blisters!
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5mm Neoprene Socks
5mm is an upgrade that will keep you toasty warm! The seams are tighter than cheaper alternatives. 5mm is quite thick, so be mindful of how much room you have in your fin(s).
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Neoprene Gloves
Keep your hands warm too!
Masks and Snorkels
Mermaids train in masks! Protect your eyes and sinuses - and see the wonderful underwater world around you. A mask and snorkel is required for all of our Mermaid Courses.
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Cressi Low Volume Mask
If you see me in a mask, it is probably this one! It is great for women due to its smaller frame. Low volume masks are ideal for mermaids and freedivers as we dive into the depths - scuba and snorkeling masks will give you more mask squeeze.
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Hammerhead Spearguns J Snorkel
A great snorkel! And if you happen to lose it, the orange tip makes it easier to find underwater. Speaking from experience.
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Greatever Snorkel Set
If a low volume mask isn’t in your budget, this is a good place to start! Comes in many colors.
Weight Belts and Weights
As a PADI Mermaid, you will learn how to weight yourself for proper buoyancy. Wetsuits make you extra buoyant, and so does salt water. Some people are naturally very floaty and have trouble getting and/or staying below the surface. Weights are here to help! Do not attempt to weight yourself without a trained professional present.
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Weight Belt
This belt is made of durable rubber and has a quick-releasing buckle for your safety.
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Dive Weights
It’s good to have a few 1lb and a few 2lb weights!
Wig Accessories
Keeping a wig on underwater can be tricky. I put my hair into french braids, clip my wig cap down above the ears with wig clips, glue the wig lace down with water resistant wig glue, and pin the wig down with SO MANY U pins. There’s never too many pins.
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Water Resistant Wig Glue and Remover
Do NOT forget the remover. This keeps my lace glued down for my whole swim. It STAYS sticky, so you will want to powder your hairline after applying your wig.
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U Hair Pins
Shove a ridiculous amount of these into your wig to get it to stay on underwater!
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Wig Clips
These keep your wig cap in place! Clip your wig cap and hair together above each ear. Put a U pin through the wig and underneath the wig clips to keep your wig securely in place.
Sun and Hair Protection
Sun protection is an absolute must for mermaids and humans alike. Unlike other brands, Blue Lizard is not harmful to any aquatic environments.
The first thing you should do to protect your hair as a swimmer is get it wet with freshwater before getting in chlorine or saltwater. After that, use AquaGuard or a strong conditioner to keep your hair healthy.
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Blue Lizard Sunscreen
Reef safe and environmentally friendly - protect the wildlife where you are swimming!
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Blue Lizard Sunscreen Spray
Reef safe and environmentally friendly - protect the wildlife where you are swimming!
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Daily Face Sunscreen
I wear this sunscreen almost every day. I have acne prone skin and this is the only sunscreen I’ve found that doesn’t break me out.
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AquaGuard Hair Defense
After wetting your hair with freshwater, prevent dryness and breakage by covering your hair in AquaGuard. It’s cheaper if you buy the two pack!
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Cowboy Magic Rosewater Conditioner
This conditioner is incredibly hydrating for all hair types! Use it while you’re swimming to keep the chemicals out or after your swim to restore hydration. This conditioner was originally made for horses before people figured out how great it was!
Camera Gear
This is all the camera gear I regularly use for all of my underwater needs. The GoPro Bundles are often overpriced and contain items that you don’t need, I found it best to buy the pieces I wanted individually.
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GoPro 11
I use this camera for all of my underwater photography and vidography.
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GoPro 11 Protective Housing
You will want this for underwater filming!
Beware of knockoff cases, I ruined a camera that way once.
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GoPro Floating Handler
I cannot recommend this enough for open water videography. If you lose your grip on it, It floats upside down with the orange part sticking up out of the water. This little guy can save you from a $300 mistake.
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GoPro Multi-Use TriPod
You can use this to hold the camera steady while filming someone, extend it as a selfie stick to film yourself, or set it up as a tripod! It is not made for water but I’ve been using it underwater for a year, it is heavy enough to stay at the bottom while filming.
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SD Card
Always good to have an extra!
Misc. Gear
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Clear Nose Plug
If you absolutely hate the idea of nose flooding for maskless mermaid tricks, this nose plug is very discreet. Most are super bulky and ugly. This one is nearly invisible underwater and is easily edited out of close up photos. Keep it somewhere safe - it is easy to lose! I keep mine in my goggles case.
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Swimming Goggles
Super comfy goggles for training. Not suitable for depth training or our mermaid courses- you need the nose. I put a hair tie around the case to make sure it doesn’t come open in my bag. They come in many colors!
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Waterproof Phone Pouch
I use this frequently when paddling. I bought it last minute for cheap in 2023 and am delighted to say that it still works!
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Mesh Drawstring Bag
You might need something to hold your gear in!
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Mexican Blanket
These come in handy SO. OFTEN. They can be used as a towel to dry off you or your gear. You can lay it out in your car and put your wet gear on top of it. You can put it outside and lay in the sun or have a picnic. I keep one in my car at all times.
Do not be fooled by the tourist shops trying to sell you these for $70.
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Black Rash Guard
This is my go-to rash guard for sun protection on training days.
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Kick Board
It’s always good to have a float handy when mermaiding. My videographer brings the float to me after a dive so I can catch my breath - you can do the same with your swim buddy! Not all kickboards are strong enough for adults but this one is.
Mer-cessories
Okay this isn’t gear anymore… just fun stuff :)
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Mermaid Belly Chain
A super cute accessory to add to your wardrobe.
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Fishnet Waist Scarf
A mermaid staple in multiple colors!
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Starfish Hair Clips
These are one of my favorites! I did have a starfish break off of the clip once but I was able to glue it back on and keep wearing it! These are also super fun to paint.
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Sea Life String Lights
I have two of these set up in my bedroom, there’s a twinkly setting that makes a room look so oceany!
Mermaid Craft Supplies
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ID Fabrications Blank Shells
ID Fabrications has a huge collection of blank, affordable shells for you to make tops out of!
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Flatback Pearls
I like to glue these to the underwire part of my mermaid bras.
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E6000 - The Best Glue Ever
Glue shells to tops, gems to crowns, or anything to anything. This stuff rocks.
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Turitella Shells
These make super siren-y spike hair clips!
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Pearl Beads
Endless possibilities
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