Mermaid school is real. AquaMermaid Academy in Montreal runs corporate mermaid events as well as private and group swim sessions with a fantasy twist at three local locations. A professional photographer documents both underwater and above-water photo shoots, and mermaid makeup is available to complete the look.
The school was founded by swimmer and model Marielle Chartier-Henault. Her classes deliver a fun, structured workout that breaks the routine of traditional exercise while offering a creative outlet for personal expression. Lessons are offered year-round at Montreal-area pools, including the Aquadome and the College of Notre Dame. Participants use swimmable tails; Fantasy Fin supplies a range of tails suitable for aspiring mermaids and mermen of different sizes and skill levels.