BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Official Mermaiding Championships - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Official Mermaiding Championships X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://official-mermaiding-championships.com X-WR-CALDESC:Veranstaltungen für The Official Mermaiding Championships REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Berlin BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20261101T070000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20261101T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T081337Z CREATED:20260213T110139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T081337Z UID:6170-1793516400-1793545200@official-mermaiding-championships.com SUMMARY:Mermaiding Nationals UK & North Europe DESCRIPTION:We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we will be hosting the National Mermaiding Championships for the UK & Northern Europe on: \n1st November 2026\nBCP Poole Dolphin Leisure Centre\, Poole\, Dorset \nThis prestigious event will be organised by Michelle Forsbrey\, founder of UK Mermaid Academy (Mayim). \nMichelle previously hosted the Merlympics in 2018 and brings a wealth of experience as an international mermaid judge\, coach\, and academy owner. Having judged at the Merlympics in Germany 2025 — an incredible event welcoming over 100 competitors from 15 nations — she understands the scale\, professionalism and excitement required to deliver a truly exceptional championship. \nJoining her is Rachael Potter\, who achieved an outstanding 5th place overall at the Merlympics 2025 & will be competing in the Nationals this year\, and Laura Louise Hudson\, Mermaid Performer\, mermaid and freedive trainer\, Miss Ocean UK 2023 & Miss Ocean earth 2026. \nTogether\, they are committed to delivering an inspiring\, safe and internationally recognised competition for mermaids across the UK and Northern Europe. \nThis is an exciting opportunity for the UK to host a recognised international-level event\, and we warmly invite competitors from Northern Europe to take part — continuing to grow and celebrate the sport and art of Mermaiding. \nThe top three competitors in each category will earn the incredible opportunity to compete at the Official International Mermaiding Championships in 2027. \nThis is your chance to: \n• Showcase your mermaid skills\n• Build confidence through dedicated training\n• Connect with fellow mermaids\n• Create unforgettable memories\n• Shine on a national stage \nSpaces are limited due to venue capacity at Poole Dolphin Leisure Centre\, so we strongly encourage early registration to avoid disappointment. \nTraining & Preparation:\nIn addition to training with your own clubs and teams\, we will also be offering dedicated training sessions to help you prepare. Dates will be announced on our social media channels in the coming weeks. \n“”Train like a Mermaid\, Splash with Confidence.Have Fun & Sparkle your way to the Mermaiding Nationals.”” \nWe cannot wait to welcome you to this magical celebration of strength\, artistry and Mer~ friendships. \nWith ocean love\,\nUK Mermaid Academy 🧜‍♀️ \nAge conditions Kids : 8–10 years old Teens : 11–13 years old Juniors : 14–16 years old Adults: 17 and over DetailsDate: 1st November 2026\nTime: 07:00–15:00 \nRegistration on the day: 07:00 (please allow time to park)\nRegistration Deadline: 30th May 2026 \nSpectator Information:Please reserve your admission ticket using our registration form \nTicketsVenueBSP Poole Dolphin Leisure Centre \nView Google Map\n \nhttps://www.bcpleisure.co.uk/our-centres/dolphin-leisure-centre\nAccommodationsPremier Inn\nTravelodge\nHoliday Inn Express \nOrganiserMichelle Forsbrey\nWhatsApp: 07714991075 \nE-Mail: mayimmermaids@gmail.com \nhttps://mayimmermaidacademy.co.uk \nRegistrations fees£100.00 per participant\n(This is a non-profit event and is essential to cover costs.) \nNationals Championships with Qualification1* Rescue Requirements: \nThe specified distance must be dive in mermaid freediving style. The victim must be brought up from the depth and towed the specified distance. After freediving\, it is permitted to take a breath and dive down to the victim. Participants must tow the victim using an underarm grip with their Hands. The rescuer’s arms must be extended\, and the victim’s face must remain above water. If the victim is wearing a mask\, it must be removed from their nose upon arrival. \nKids: ​​10 meters freedive\, take a breath\, and swim in a breaststroke approximately 5 meters\, dive down to the victim\, bring the victim up\, then tow for 15 meters. Youth: ​​15 meters freedive & 25 meters tow Juniors:​ ​25 meters freedive & 25 meters tow Adults: ​​30 meters freedive & 30 meters tow 2* Ralley \nRequirements: You must swim with a monofin with a cover. After swimming the first 25 meters\, the cover must be pulled down to the ankle as quickly as possible. One foot must be freed from the monofin. Remove the foot without touching the Wall / edge of the pool. After the foot is freed\, you swim back as fast as possible with one foot still in the fin. The time stops when a Hand touches the pool edge. The swimming style for the return swim can be chosen freely. \n3* Speed Challenge Requirements: Participants swim on the water’s surface with their arms in front of their heads as fast as possible. Children: 15 meters / Youth: 25 meters /Juniors: 25 meters/ Adults: 50 meters 4* Photo Challenge Requirements: \nEach participant can dive up to 2 times for the best pose. \n*The pose must take place floating\, centered in front of the poster. *The eyes should be open\, and the face should be free and relaxed \nDiving can be done with or without a mask. *Diving and posing with a mask will result in point deduction. Nose clips are not allowed. \n5* Performance IndividualRequirements: 6 Predetermined swimming styles: \n\n1. Back floating \n2. Forward roll/ Front Flip: in conjunction with a DuckDive\, Mermaid Wave before and two waves after \n3. Backward roll/ Backflip 1\,5 turn: roll in conjunction with a backward wave before and a mermaid wave forward \nexplanation: (Duck Dive forward wave\, wave half turn\, 1\,5 roll backward\, mermaid wave forward) \n4. Fishkick (side position\, 3 waves) \n5. Sideroll / Sidespin in conjunction with a mermaid wave before and after \n6. Handstand (floating underwater\, Mermaidtail must be under water) \nThere should be a sequence of these specified swimming styles. \n\n6* Synchronized Performance / TeamRequirements: 5 predetermined disciplines: \n1. dive side by side (DuckDive) Proper Duck Dive Technique / 90° \n2. Mermaid wave/ minimum 3 waves \n3. Simultaneously forward role/front flip / can be at the surface or underwater \n4. Backstroke with joint roll backwards/back flip/ can be at the surface or underwater \n5. Angel Dive \nThere should be a sequence of these specified swimming styles. \nA maximum time limit of 5 minutes. \n7* Extra Challenge Requirements: \nHandstand Turning in Deep Pool Most vertical rotations are counted 10 Extra points for the participant with the most spins \n \nNote: \nThe categories shown above are only briefly explained; the detailed regulations can be accessed in the internal section by all registered athletes. \n\nFAQ In April and after the deadline of May 31st\, we will organise an online meeting (via Zoom or similar) in a Q&A format to answer all your questions about the national and international competitions. \nThe final competition programme – including schedules\, challenges\, and start times – will be communicated one month before the event. Once confirmed\, the rules and competition information can be accessed in an internal login area. \nRegistration Procedures and DeadlinesRegistrations are now open and will be considered final once full payment has been received\, but no later than the first of March 2026. \n• Approval is manually controlled and may take up to 7 days to process.\n• Registrations close May 31st 2026. \n Terms and Conditions of Participation\, Materials\, Registration\, and Awards \nTerms and Conditions of Participation\, Materials\, Registration\, and Awards \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Registration Procedures and DeadlinesThe final competition programme\, including the schedule\, events\, and running order\, will be communicated one month before the event\nParticipants may be accompanied by a coach/supervisor. \n\nParticipants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian throughout the competition and/or present a consent form from their legal guardian. \n\nAll registered organisations/clubs/schools and individuals are eligible to participate. Participants and organisations/clubs/schools must cover their own costs. \nMermaiding Nationals UK & North Europe 2026\nAll mermaids/mermen aged 8 and up may register for the competition. Participants must be at least 8 years old. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \n\nParticipant places are allocated on a “first come\, first served” basis.\nRegistration will close once the maximum number of participants has been reached.Materials \nEach participant must bring their own equipment to the event. For safety reasons\, lending equipment to other participants is not permitted. \n\nFor safety reasons\, the monofin must be from a recognised brand. It must be a mermaid-shaped monofin; otherwise\, it will not be accepted. Examples include: Mertailor\, MNG Fins\, SWEAM\, Mermaid Linden\, Aquamermaid\, Mahina\, Waterway Mermaid Shape\, Sundials\, and Kuaki. \n\nMonofins from websites such as Alibaba\, AliExpress\, Wish\, or similar\, as well as fins covered in neoprene that must be closed with Velcro fasteners or shoelaces\, will not be accepted for safety reasons. \n\nProps and equipment will be inspected beforehand. Glitter and sharp objects are not allowed. \n\nA full silicone tail may be used and is accepted for the Photo Challenge only. \n\nNo weights are allowed in competition. \n\nThe use of oxygen before or during the event is not permitted. Any form of doping is prohibited. Stimulants\, sedatives\, vasodilators\, steroids\, and EPO are strictly forbidden. \nRegistration Process\nRegistration opens on March 1st 2026. \n\nRegistration must be completed online by May 31st 2026. \n\nApproval is manually controlled and may take up to 7 days to process. \n\nRegistration will be considered final once full payment has been received\, no later than May 31st 2026. \n\nRegistration closing date: 31st May 2026. \nAwards\nThe top 3 athletes in each age category will be awarded. \n\nEach participant will receive a certificate of the event. \nEvent documents\, category descriptions\, and detailed competition rules will be sent by email upon confirmation after registration. Mermaiding Nationals UK & North Europe 2026 sign up here \nMermaiding Nationals UK & North Europe 2026Select an event *Mermaiding Nationals UK & North Europe Number of participants (maximum of 6 and 1 spare)1 participant2 participants3 participants4 participants5 participants6 participants 1. Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (1) *Date of birth (1) *Mermaid Name/Social Media Account (1) *Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (1) *Click or drag photo hereChoose File2. Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (2) *Date of birth (2) *Mermaid Name/Social Media Account (2) *Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (2) *Click or drag photo hereChoose File3. Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (3) *Date of birth (3) *Mermaid Name/Social Media Account (3) *Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (3) *Click or drag photo hereChoose File4. Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (4) *Date of birth (4) *Mermaid Name/Social Media Account (4) *Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (4) *Click or drag photo hereChoose File5. Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (5) *Date of birth (5) *Mermaid Name/Social Media Account (5) *Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (5) *Click or drag photo hereChoose File6. Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (6) *Date of birth (6) *Mermaid Name/Social Media Account (6) *Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (6) *Click or drag photo hereChoose FileReplacement ParticipantyesnoReplacement Participant \nLast Name\, First Name (Replacement) *Date Of Birth (Replacement) *Mermaid Name (Replacement)Mermaid-Participant-Photo\, max. 2 MB (Replacement) *Click or drag photo hereChoose FileContact Person\, Trainer\, Supervisor \n\nName *Postal Code\, City *Street\, No. *Country *Phones/Cell Phone *Club/SchoolE-Mail *Additional travel information and messagesHealth *I hereby confirm that I am healthy and physically able to participate in the event. I hereby confirm that I am able to dive to a depth of 2 meters.\nSupervision *I hereby agree to take responsibility for the supervision of my registered participants during the event.Own risk *Participation is at your own risk. The organizers and all parties involved assume no liability for personal injury and/or property damage.Photos *I give my consent for photographs of me and/or my participants to be taken and used in the event’s image database\, published on the website and social media pages\, and used for future promotional purposes.REGISTRATION FORM SUBMITThank you for your registration. It has been sent.×An error occurred while trying to send your message. Please use our email address: info@officialmerlympics.com× URL:https://official-mermaiding-championships.com/event/mermaiding-nationals-uk-2026/ LOCATION:Communauté de Communes du Jovinien\, 11 quai du 1er Dragons\, 89300 JOIGNY\, 89300\, France CATEGORIES:Mermaiding Championships ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://official-mermaiding-championships.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/UK.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR