Freediving lessons with BOHÉ in Mactan

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January 21, 2021

One water sport that is steadily gaining popularity now is freediving. It’s slowly taking over the gram and our feed. So what exactly is freediving?

Freediving is a water sport that uses a person’s ability to dive and explore the underwater world using a single breath without the use of a breathing apparatus. Instead, it relies solely on the use of proper breathing and equalization techniques that will allow the diver to safely go deeper over time.

Diving in vibrant coral forests like those in Moalboal, Alegria, Santander, and Mactan will give you a different kind of peace and escape. I know, it’s quite tempting to head on to the beach now and dive but the proper and safe way to doing this would be to enroll in an introductory class on freediving.

Bohé Freediving 101 Class

“I always tell my students to focus on getting the technique right first; Depth will always follow,” – Jojo Tajanlangit II, Bohé Founder and Head Freediving Instructor

Bohé which means water in “Badjao” language is a homegrown freediving brand that emphasizes safety above all else. Beginners must invest in a proper Freediving 101 class especially if you’re planning to dive to depths under -10 meters.

Experiencing freediving myself | Editor Marel Baluyos

This water activity is not without its dangers. Without proper training or if you’re simply relying on “Youtube University” to learn, a diver can succumb to blackouts or loss of motor control reflex (LMC) , while in water.

Bohé creates a safe and controlled environment that focuses on proper freediving technique above all else.

Class Itinerary

1.5-hour lecture
Freediving introduction
Breathing techniques
Equalization techniques
Freediving gears
Safety signals
Two-hour open water regulated line dive
Apply and understand the basic physiology and techniques of freediving
Feet first and Head first line dives

Note: Advanced courses and training sessions available for those who want to go deeper, or compete.

Dive with a Tribe

“Safety in community.”

Bohé has also established a Freediving Community that can assist those interested in freediving into the sport easily as well. In the community, you can connect with previous Bohé students, discuss technique and challenges, trade gear, and schedule fun dives.

Finding and joining a freediving community is essential in ensuring your personal safety. Diving with a buddy or buddies ensure that you have someone who can potentially rescue you during water emergencies.

Freediving Gears

Bohé Freediving offers custom gear, weekend freediving classes in Mactan, and certification courses for those curious about or deeply interested in freediving.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

RATES:

Regular Rate: P2,000 per person
February 2021 Promo Rate: (15% discount): P1,700 per person, minimum of 4 persons (rate includes BOHE active dry shirt)

OTHER INFORMATION:

Contact number: 0917-330-2301 (Joselito Tajanlangit II)
Email address: [email protected]
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bohe.life

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Kontiki Beach, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — approx. 45-60 minutes away from Cebu City.

BY CAR: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Kontiki Marina” in Lapu-Lapu City. Parking space is available.

BY VAN/JEEPNEY:
– From SM City, ride a 01K jeep (across APM Mall or near Sun Gold) going to Parkmall. Or ride 01K jeep from Emall.
– From Parkmall, ride a jeep heading to MEPZ 1. From there, ride another jeepney going to Soong/Maribago. Drop off near Bluewater Maribago Resort where you can find tricycles. From there, ride a tricycle that will bring you to Kontiki Dive.
*There are also jeepneys going to Soong from Mandaue City highway at Caltex, across San Miguel.
*You can also ride a v-hire from Ayala Center Cebu or SM City Cebu going to Mactan Cebu.

Cebu logs 124 new COVID-19 cases on January 20

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Ram Mancelita

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January 20, 2021

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On Wednesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of January 20, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 124 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 37 new recoveries, and no new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 24,631, while the active cases have surged to 1,361 (from 1,273).

Cebu’s recovery rate is now at 88.77%.

Breakdown of cases:

📍 Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 11,575 (+60 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,185 (+21 new)
– Total deaths: 701 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 689

📍 Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 2,765 (+7 new)
– Total recoveries: 2,541 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 112 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 112

📍 Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 2,845 (+16 new)
– Total recoveries: 2,525 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 172 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 148

📍 Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 7,446 (+41 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,614 (+16 new)
– Total deaths: 420 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 412

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,361
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 24,631 (+124 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 21,865 (+37 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,405 (+0 new*)

A total of 2,615 laboratory results were released for today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

CCLEC may extend Cebu-Cordova bridge to Mactan airport

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Sarah Ladeza

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January 20, 2021

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On Sunday, January 10, the Cebu Cordova Link Expressway Corporation (CCLEC) confirmed their intention to extend their bridge project to Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA).

“Yes, our company would like to pursue this project to extend CCLEX up to the airport,” said CCLEC President and General Manager Allan Go Alfon told Daily Tribune.

He added that “The skyway roughly is 7 kilometers but all are still for refinement on alignments, costs included. We’re most confident of getting support from Mayor Ahong (Chan) of Lapu-Lapu City as we look forward to collaborate with him and his team closely.”

On the other hand, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard Chan has also mentioned that a skyway will be built to link Cordova and MCIA.

“Imagine, from SM seaside at the South Road Properties (SRP) in Cebu City to Mactan airport, you would travel in just 15 minutes,” Chan said of the skyway’s benefit.

“Timeline to start hopefully in 2 or 3 years, once all government legal and documentary requirements met,” Alfon revealed.

Once built, this bridge will help in decongesting the traffic situation of Sergio “Serging” Osmeña Jr. and Marcelo Fernan going to and from the MCIA.

Currently building the 8.5-kilometer Cebu-Cordova Link Exchange (CCLEX), CCLEC is a member of the MVP Group of Companies and is a subsidiary of the Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC).

As of October 2020, the bridge is 63.43% close to being fully-built and completed.

Also read:

Project Update: Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX)

Northern Paradise: A Private Beach Resort in Catmon

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Sugbo.ph

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January 20, 2021

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1 Northern Paradise Beach Resort Catmon Cebu

Imagine having a paradise all to yourself.

This is what Northern Paradise Beach Resort, formerly Mini Paradise Beach Resort, has to offer to its guests. Serving as a gateway to escape the stresses of the city, this beach resort lets guests experience paradise exclusively with friends and loved ones.

Northern Paradise Beach Resort is simply a 3-storey building capitalizing on the enchanting ocean views of Catmon. There are multiple places inside the property where the views can be appreciated and most of these can accommodate multiple people at once.

There is a terrace just outside of the rooms where everybody can gather to enjoy the scenic views. It has enough space to fit a few chairs and tables for more comfort.

Just directly below it is a swimming pool that shares the same views but with a more refreshing appeal. It is an infinity pool that overlooks the ocean and is as long as the terrace, so everybody can enjoy swimming together as well.

If everybody prefers the salty waters of the sea, then they can easily slide down, literally, to the ocean directly below the swimming pool. Everything is close to one another so the group can do a little bit of pool and a little bit of sea.

The general atmosphere of this exclusive resort is very homey, something that perfectly describes a home away from home. It has the basic necessities that a regular house would have like a kitchen, comfort rooms, dining area and a place where everybody could get together.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a vacation house if they didn’t have the trusty videoke machine that Filipinos love so much. They also have a billiard pool inside as an alternative activity for the adults.

Nothing really beats quality with your loved ones and Northern Paradise Beach Resort might just be the best place to spend a vacation with everybody.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

EXCLUSIVE USE

P12,000, good for 20 persons and 22 hours
P100 per head for exceeding persons
Children below 10 yrs. old are free