Freediving . Mati
Plan your visit · Ocean BX
Useful information.
Before you arrive.
Equipment, forms and practical details for your freediving training in Mati.
Equipment, forms and practical details for your freediving training in Mati.
Joining a course, coaching, autonomous training or a crossover ?
Use this guide to prepare for your time with us.
See what to bring ↓
Before you arrive
01. Confirm your booking
Check your program, dates and meeting details.
02. Complete your forms
Follow the paperwork instructions for your session.
03. Tell us what you need
Let us know about equipment and sizing in advance.
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Equipment & packing
Required forms
Weather & schedules
Travel & stay
Personal cover
What to bring
Equipment and your day bag.
Have your own equipment? Bring it along for your instructor to check. If you need gear, contact us before your session so we can discuss availability and fit.
Freediving equipment
Ask us about the equipment suited to your program.
Mask and snorkel
Fins
Weight belt and weights
Wetsuit or other thermal protection
Equipment is included only when stated in your course details, quotation or booking confirmation.
Pack for a day on the water
Keep the essentials together and protect belongings from splashes.
Swimwear
Towel
Sun hat or cap
Sunscreen
Rash guard or UV shirt
Dry bag
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Required forms
Paperwork,
sorted before the water.
Complete online the medical questionnaire and applicable liability release before your activity.
If medical clearance is required, submit it before training begins. Tell us if your health changes after booking.
Molchanovs students
Complete your Liability Release and Medical Questionnaire through your Molchanovs dashboard, following the instructions for your course.
Coaching, autonomous & other sessions
Ocean BX will send you the forms required for your booking. Please complete them before the session.
Weather & schedules
Prepare for changing conditions.
Pool and open-water plans take account of the weather, sea conditions and the needs of the session.
Comfort in the water
Wind, rain and time in the water can affect how warm you feel. Choose thermal protection for the conditions and your own sensitivity; ask us what to bring.
Prone to seasickness? Let us know before a boat session so we can discuss your preparation.
Changes to your session
We may adjust the starting time, location or order of activities when conditions call for it.If a session is postponed or cancelled, we will explain the available options under your booking conditions.
Travel & stay · Mati, Philippines
Give yourself time to arrive.
A few arrangements made ahead of time can make your first training day easier.
01. Confirm your training datesCheck the schedule and meeting point with Ocean BX before finalising your trip.
02. Arrange your journey and stay.
Plan transport to Mati and accommodation that works with your training schedule.
03. Leave some flexibilityWhere possible, choose travel arrangements that allow for changes to water sessions.
Personal cover
Check your insurance
before you travel.
We recommend personal health, accident and travel cover appropriate to your planned freediving activities.
Ask your insurer to confirm what is covered and which exclusions apply. Keep your policy and assistance contact details accessible during your stay.
Questions for your insurer
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Are my planned freediving activities covered?
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What emergency medical expenses are included?
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What are the evacuation and repatriation terms?
A question before you arrive?
Send us your dates, program and anything you would like to check. We will help you prepare for your training in Mati.