Newsletter July 2014
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Regents School Learn About Sea Survival
Regents International School held their Outdoor Activity Days. During the sessions the Regents students learnt about the workings of a boat, discovered snorkeling as well as safety, drifting at sea and other sea survival skills. Well done to the 120 students that took part over the 4 days.
Bangkok Patana Cleans Up for The 5th Year
Getting in their annual clean up day at Koh Sak before going on holidays, we welcomed back 30 students and teachers from Bangkok Patana School. This is the 5th consecutive year and always great to see enthusiastic cleaners in action with the Mermaids Team.
Top of the trash list was polystyrene and plastic bags and bottles, but we are happy to be making a difference, no matter how small. Don’t forget that you can also help to do this on our annual International Clean Up Day on September 20th.
Living Life as a Diver for a Week
We welcomed Pang Thawornwong from St Andrew International School to Mermaids for her work experience week. Here’s what she had to say:
“Today is my last day at Mermaids Dive Centre and I honestly don’t want to leave, it’s been such an amazing experience and I have had so many good memories with all the devoted and loving staff. I am honestly going to miss being here because its only been 5 days but I feel so comfortable with them and they almost feel like family now ♡ I am definitely going to keep in touch with them and I am doing my open water course with them so I will be able to see them again I am very thankful and I appreciated every moment being here and I will always remember the memories and the people here”
Since then Pang has logged 7 dives with Mermaids Dive Center and will complete her PADI Open Water Course in the holidays coming up soon.
Japanese Course Director Joins the Team
We welcomed Morihiko Saito to the Mermaids Dive Team as PADI Course Director on the 11th June 2014.
Mori was born in Yokohoma, Japan in 1980 and started diving at the age of 20, even though he was a non-swimmer. He became a PADI Instructor in 2004 and carries on his diving passion to his students and fellow divers.
Sheena Walls, General Manager of Mermaids Dive Center said, “We are excited to have Mori as a member of our team. Japanese divers are a huge part of the Mermaids family and he will be able to continue their diving education and experiences in their own language”
Welcome to the team Mori!
We have a dedicated Facebook community page for all our Team Japan Members and Friends
We like you, please like us too :)
PADI Instructor Development Course
Russell Martin, PADI Platinum Course Director started his Instructor Course with all candidates first doing Emergency First Response Instructor, then moving onto the IDC. Wish them the best over the next couple of weeks. The Instructor Examinations with PADI take place on the 7th and 8th July.
Social and Appreciation Days
Some great diving out at the Pattaya Far Islands and Samaesan despite the stormy weather we experienced. Tourists from India, Singapore and China discovered scuba diving and Open Water Courses still took place. A friendly turtle was happy to see our divers and we got some amazing marine life shots.
Mermaids Appreciation Day was a great success with 2 beautiful dives on Hin Chalam. This day is dedicated to you, our customer to thank you for your support and what better then to get back to the center to our Saturday social BBQ ready and waiting for you?
At only 1,500 baht per person, these monthly get togethers are for diving on popular sites that you want. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook and keep up to date with events and news through out the month https://www.facebook.com/mermaidsdive
Regents School is Back for More
Following the successful Regents International School Outdoor Activity Days, we are hosting a boat and beach day for 30 students to experience snorkeling and the local beaches of Pattaya.
Some students have no experience in swimming or snorkeling, so this is a great day for Mermaids to show them how to build their confidence in the water.
Appreciation Day
Its Hin Chalam Double Dive day on Saturday 19th July. This is one of the most popular days on the calendar so don’t miss it. Book now with the center, it’s only 1,500 baht per person. Plan B is in place in case of weather. BBQ is on the evening as well.
School Holidays
During the school holidays, we are doing lots of activities and offers for the kids to keep them busy and happy. A Professional PADI Instructor in full teaching/insured status supervises at all times.
- PADI Bubblemaker in the pool for a couple of hours, your place or ours – Age 8 – 10 and beyond
- PADI Discover Scuba Diving from our boat for a day – Age 10+ and beyond
- PADI Open Water Course over 3 or 4 days – Age 10+
We are doing some great offers for certified divers on fun diving and those looking to expand their diving knowledge and certification levels. For more information, please contact us on 038 303 333. Moms and Dads are welcome to join in.
Social Times
- The Instructor Examinations BBQ is on the 8th July. Join us to celebrate the latest PADI Instructors and their huge achievement. They have been hitting the books and deserve to celebrate in style.
- The social BBQ is on Saturday 19th July. This month to celebrate the Football World Cup finals we are going Brazilian. Join us for fun and happy times. Food is provided as well as a welcome drink.
- Getting ready for International Clean Up Day on the 20th September
- Social BBQ on Saturday 9th August
- More equipment promotions
- Appreciation day, let us know your top sites and what you would like to do
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