We are proud to announce that the 1st Mermaiding Nationals Slovenia 2026 will take place on October 17, 2026<\/strong>, at Kopali\u0161\u010de Pristan in Maribor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The championship is organized by Institute ARABELLA, mermaid academy Slovenja vas, led by its founder Barbara Petek, an experienced international mermaiding judge who served at the Official Mermaiding Championships in Germany in 2019 and 2025.<\/p>\n Driven by a shared passion for the sea and the art of mermaiding, Barbara brought together an inspiring team of mermaiding instructors \u2014 Taja Albolena and Taja Kova\u010di\u010d<\/strong>. Together, they are dedicated to spreading the magic of mermaiding through mermaid courses, performances, and competitions. This year, they decided it was time to organize the first mermaiding competition in Slovenia<\/strong> and uniting mermaids from across the country. This championship aims to elevate mermaiding as both a competitive sport<\/strong> and a creative aquatic art form<\/strong>, while creating a space for mermaids and mermen to connect, form lasting friendships, challenge themselves, and create truly mermazing memories that will last a lifetime.<\/strong> The top individual athletes and the best team<\/strong> will earn qualification for the International Official Mermaiding Championship 2027 in Germany<\/strong>, opening the door to the international stage. Mermaids and mermen from Austria and Croatia<\/strong> are warmly invited to join the event, showcase their skills, and compete for a place at the International Mermaiding Championship 2027<\/strong>. \ud83c\udf0a\u2728 Dive in. Compete. Shine. Become a part of mermaiding history.<\/strong> \u2728\ud83c\udf0a<\/strong> Mermaiding National Championships Slovenia 2026 is also open for Croatia and Austria<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div>