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The Mermaids of San Francisco

It’s your chance to swim with mermaids or try a tail yourself
By - posted 4/12/2016 No Comment

The Mermaid Atlantis and her pod Norcal Narwhals, invite you to swim like a fish at pools all over the Bay Area.

Who is invited? Any one who can swim. Any age, gender, etc are welcome to swim with our Mer Pod. Please be safe, we are not life guards or swim instructors.

The SF swim only happens once every 3-4 months so don’t miss out. Atlantis provides a couple loaner mermaid tails and fins if you would like to try out swimming like a Mer. Tails are not required.

> The next Mermaid swim will be scheduled for late April or early May. Check Facebook for details.

What to bring:

  • Exact cash to get in
  • bathing suit
  • goggles
  • Towel/robe
  • water bottle
  • swim fins, if you have them

Pool Info – indoor, heated, 10 feet deep, chlorinated
Parking – free street parking
Showers – yes
Locker rooms – yes, bring a lock

FAQ
Q Who can come?
Anyone! Any age, gender, human or mythical creature welcome. Kids welcome w adults, we are not baby sitters or life guards 😉

Q How much does it cost?
No charge for tails or swimming with the Merfolk, but pool entry rates apply.

Q I want to go, I don’t have a tail! Can I borrow one?
If Atlantis is present, she will provide 2 loner tails and fins for you to try out. Shark fins are available as well, or you can just swim as a human if you like =)

Q I am a photographer, can I just come to take photos?
Probably not. As professional entertainers, this is our chance to relax and just play. Also, most public pools do not allow photos to ensure children’s privacy.

Q I am a photographer/journalist, how can I cover your swim meet ups and/or set up a group photo shoot?
Please contact Atlantis at TheMermaidAtlantis@gmail.com