Meet Our Team
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Mermaids
The Deep Sea “Cyprus”
Chief Mermaid
Cyprus is the Lead for the Appalachian Mermaid Society. They are a motivated and experienced performer that is always ready to bring joy and magic to their performances. Their experience includes tank performance, land performance, and various resorts in Ocean City, MD.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Advanced Mermaid
PADI Mermaid Instructor
Basic Free Diver
CPR
ACLS
ENCP
Registered Emergency Healthcare Professional
Insured Performer through Specialty Performer Insurance and DAN diver Insurance.
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Mermaid "Sariel"
The Ethereal MerFae; Human-Fish Relations
Sariel is a mistress of whit and the head of Human-Fish Relations for the Appalachian Mermaid Society. This whimsical Mermaid hails from Pittsburgh, and brings her unique personality to all her events. As a mermaid that has danced with the Fae, her movement in the water is as smooth and mythical as Faerie wings, and she’d love to share her magic with you!
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Advanced Mermaid
Insured Performer thru Specialty Performer Insurance.
Socials:
Mermaid "Rei"
The Ice Mermaid
A mermaid with a mysterious past, Rei has a passion and drive for traveling throughout the seven seas and oceans. Rumors abound that Rei’s alter ego is the legendary “Titanica”, the mermaid who safely guided the Carpathia through the ice field to the sinking Titanic in 1912. Currently, Rei resides in the Chesapeake Bay region, but in the recent past, she’s lived in Tokyo Bay, where the Ningyo (Japanese mermaids) gave her the name “Rei” and taught Rei her second human language of Japanese. Rei is known for her sweet temperament and love for bringing joy to children and families by showing them that the world is full of magic, even in the deepest depths of the seas. Rei is experienced in working with children of all ages, as well as those with special needs.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Advanced Mermaid
Former ESL Teacher
Extensive Work with Adults and Children with Autism, Tourette's, and other special needs.
Rei is an insured performer.
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Mermaid "Diamond Sparkles"
The Celtic Mermaid
Mermaid Diamond Sparkles hails from the state of Delaware. Not only is she an author of her own children’s books, but she also is a full time special education teacher working with students with autism and severe disabilities, has a strong background in theater and performing arts, and performs aerial circus arts. Diamond Sparkles lives through being a voice for the voiceless and a symbol of how music connects and transforms the soul. Whether she’s teaching, performing, or spreading joy through her enchanting Irish music and culture, Diamond Sparkles makes a meaningful impact on everyone she encounters.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Advanced Mermaid
CPR
First Aid
Full Time Special Education Teacher
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Mermaid Coming Soon!
Mermaid “Lorelai”
The Murky Merrow Mermaid
Bio Coming Soon
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Mermaid
Socials:
Mermaid “Ayanna”
The Bonaire Mermaid
Bio Coming Soon
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Mermaid Instructor
PADI Advanced Mermaid
EFR
Emergency Oxygen Provider
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Mermaid “Melodía”
The Puerto Rican Mermaid
From the bioluminescent waters of the Caribbean, with a song in her heart, Mermaid Melodía is excited to meet you! Melodía brings over 10 years of character performance experience acquired through theater and charity work. Great with guppies of all ages, Melodía celebrates diversity and individuality through joyful mermaid experiences, creating magical memories where everyone can blossom in their own beautiful way.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Advanced Mermaid
Fluent in Spanish and English
Elementary Educator
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Wranglers
Mermaid “Wranglers” perform a critical job in the mermaid performance community in that their role is to keep our mermaids well-watered and cared for. In short, they are a mermaid’s personal safety, ensuring our mermaids can perform reliably and securely! Learn more about our team of Wranglers down below.
Leviathan "Levi"
Pirate Ceros
Wrangler Coming Soon!
Guest Fishes
AMS is always excited when we are able to have guest mermaids come into town.
Check out some of our talented friends who come to visit below!
Mermaid "Eureka"
Eureka is the Co-Lead for the Appalachian Mermaid Society with 2 years of experience as a professional Mermaid. Eureka has made a name for herself in the West Virginia Community. With a bright positive attitude she is guaranteed to bring smile to everyone who meets her. With a variety of experience in fundraisers, community events, and charity events she has a plethora of skills to share.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Advanced Mermaid
DAN 02
Nitrox
PADI Free Diver
Med-Surg Nurs
CPR
ACLS
BLS
Eureka is an insured performer.
Mermaid “Starling”
The Starlight Mermaid
Bio Coming Soon
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Mermaid Certified
Socials:
Mermaid “Zippy”
The Selkie Mermaid
Zippy is a fun-loving, bubbly mermaid who finds joy in performing for humans and other aquatic folk. Her best friend is Freckles the harbor seal, and the two of them travel through rivers, lakes, and seas to bring their show to as many people as possible. Since Zippy cares deeply for the world and the places that give her a stage, her goal is to leave each place a little better than she found it.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Mermaid Instructor
American Red Cross Adult
Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Socials:
https://www.instagram.com/mermaidzippy/
Mermaid “Nettles”
Creature Merfolk
Merfolk Nettles was born and raised in the Great Black Swamp and loves educating others about the importance of wildlife and wild spaces as a NAI Certified Interpretive Guide. As part of a military family, Nettles has primarily worked in the field of animal care, but is somewhat of a “Mer of All Trades” as they move around the country (and even overseas) every few years. Nettles enjoys experimenting with makeup and costuming, creating new “lurks” to try to expand the definition of what it is to be a merperson. They have been an avid member of the LARP and tabletop RPG scene for over a decade, recently running games with an aquatic flare. Nettles hopes to inspire adults to embrace the same imaginative play they had as children.
Certifications & Qualifications:
PADI Mermaid Instructor
PADI Freediver
PADI Rescue Diver
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