Have you ever dreamed of becoming a dolphin trainer? This 3-hour program is a dolphin lover’s dream come true! Jump right in to the daily activities of the Dolphin Connection animal training team, with ample opportunities to connect with our dolphin family. You’ll take home a t-shirt, certificate, and personal photo with a dolphin to commemorate this warm welcome into the wonderful world of dolphins!

The Trainer For A Day program is an in-depth three hour behind the scenes look into the daily activities of The Dolphin Connection training team. The program is designed to give participants an up close and personal experience by providing hands on opportunities. Limited to a maximum of two participants per day, this program offers a unique opportunity to experience what it's like to be a dolphin trainer. The program includes ample opportunities to interact with our dolphin family: the Dolphin Discovery and the Dockside Dolphins programs are included as well as a private 5 to 10 minute training session  with the dolphins from the docks. Participants have one on one time with the trainer and are involved in various hands on activities regarding the care and training of our dolphins.

Cost

• $295 per Person,
• Requires height of 4’6” or taller.
• Age of 10 years or older. The swimming portion of the program is optional and not required. For safety reasons, pregnant ladies are not permitted. Participants must be able to read, speak and understand the English language. For safety reasons, we do not allow our guests to be towed or pushed by the dolphins. 

Established in 1990, The Dolphin Connection is an accredited and recognized leader in the advancement of marine mammal education, breeding, and research techniques, proudly raising multiple generations of dolphins in our beautiful lagoon. All programs offered daily, except Christmas.

Short style wetsuits provided free of charge to guests entering the water. For liability reasons personal cameras are not permitted on the docks with paid participants but are approved for observers from our beach or overlook areas.  For your convenience, staff photographers are present at each program.

Guests with Special Needs should contact the Dolphin Connection Special Needs Coordinator when booking. Participants should check-in at the Dolphin Connection facility 15-20 minutes prior to program time.

Cancellation policy: Programs can be cancelled up to 72 hours of program time. Full price for the program will be charged for cancellations within 72 hours. Participants who do not show up for their scheduled program will be charged.

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