The Autonomous Session at Ocean BX Freediving is designed for certified freedivers who want to dive independently, with no instructor-led guidance but full facility access. Here's what you can expect:

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🐬 What is an Autonomous Session?

• These are self‑managed freediving sessions. You dive alongside your certified buddy, setting up your own line and safety protocols without an instructor.

• Sessions are available daily, with unlimited access to depth, following your buddy protocols and weight attachment, and no extra charge once you're certified.

• You're expected to bring your own freediving gear; rental is possible, but you must have your own lanyard and buddy equipment setup .

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📍 Location & Environment

• Located in Pujada Bay, Mati, Davao Oriental, Ocean BX offers crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral gardens, and rich marine biodiversity, ideal conditions for freediving training and autonomous sessions.

• You’ll also have access to a platform (additional cost 600ph) with depth lines down to 80 m, and supplemental oxygen is available for dives beyond 70 m.

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🏊‍♂️ Preparation Checklist

Before jumping in, make sure you:

• Are Molchanovs‑certified freedivers or hold equivalent qualifications.

• Have a freediving buddy attending the session.

• Bring your own lanyard, mask, fins, wetsuit, and other safety gear.

• Understand the buddy check and safety protocols, Ocean BX assumes certified divers already know line procedures and weight protocols.

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ℹ️ Instructors vs Autonomous

If you're not yet certified or seeking more guided learning, Ocean BX also offers instructor-led programs including:

• Coaching

• Discovery Course (one-day intro),

• Molchanovs Lap 1 / Lap 2 / Lap 3 progression,

• Wave Courses (Wave 1 to Wave 3),

• As well as instructor certification tracks (W2I, W3I)