**Participation Liability and Terms and Conditions**

The activity of ANY water activity offered by Freedive NI carries with it a degree of risk both
to people and property, even if enjoyed under proper supervision by qualified instructors.
All course members must make us aware of any medical conditions, illnesses or allergies
they may have and any prescribed medication they are taking on the booking form at the
time of booking.
No-one should participate in any of our activities if they are suffering from a heart
condition, if they are pregnant or at an increased risk of fainting. In no circumstances can a
participant be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs at the time of the lesson.

All course members must agree to abide by all instructions and decisions that Freedive NI
and its instructors make in order to secure the safety and comfort of all participants.
Course members will have the use of Freedive NI’s equipment during their course times
only. While Freedive NI takes all reasonable measures to ensure the safety and good
condition of that equipment, course members are responsible for immediately reporting
any damage caused to the equipment or which becomes apparent whilst the equipment is
in their possession. Loss or damage of equipment is the responsibility of the participant,
incurring repair / replacement costs.

Freedive NI does not seek to limit or exclude any liability for personal injury or loss of life
which may occur as a result of its own negligence or that of its employees. Freedive NI
assumes no liability in respect of any personal injury, loss, damage, consequential loss or
third party claims which occur through no fault of its own and/or its employees.
All other liability or conditions implied by law are excluded to the fullest extent.

By booking this activity you and your guests acknowledge that all water activities provided
by Freedive NI, as with all sports, have the danger of personal injury or death. Any
participants should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own
actions and involvement.

**The Booking**
When booking a course, a contract is made when the booking is confirmed either in
writing, email or phone by Freedive NI. When booking via the phone this is a verbal
contract.
Full payment is due at the time of booking. This can be in the form of online booking
system (PayPal), Cash, Cheque, or Credit/ Debit card. The person making the
booking accepts responsibility for payment for everyone on the booking and is
responsible for ensuring that all other persons on the booking read the Terms and
Conditions and that they are aware of the booking details. By booking any of
our activities, the person booking the activity accepts our terms and conditions for
themselves as well as for every person booked under their name. The person
making the booking is responsible for informing Freedive NI of any medical conditions of
the participant(s). Freedive NI does not accept any responsibility for a
leader/guardian who has failed to inform their participating group about our terms
and conditions.

**Changing your Booking**
Freedive NI will make every effort to arrange any changes requested after the
booking has been confirmed. Any changes are subject to availability of course dates,
places, sea conditions, and or Instructor availability.
In the case where your group size drops in numbers from the original booking we
must receive notification of this in due time and in writing / email.
If the changes are less than 28 days prior to the lesson you will be responsible for
paying the balance on the original booking.

Cancellations
All cancellations must be sent in writing / email wherever possible and will be
effective on the date which they are received by Freedive NI.
Cancellation charges are payable as follows; Over 28 days before lesson date: 15%
of total cost payable
Less than 28 days before lesson date: 50% of total cost payable Less than 14 days
before course date: 75% of total cost payable. Less than 7 days before course date:
100% of total cost payable.

**Please note: the above does not apply to our boat tours. Bookings for our boat tours
are non-refundable!**

**Weather and sea conditions**
In the rare event that Freedive NI considers the weather and sea conditions to be
unsuitable for our activities, we have a range of options:
1. Your lesson will be re-arranged for an alternative date / time.
2. You can choose to take part in an alternative activity instead.
3. A credit voucher will be issued.
4. A refund can be issued.
Credit for any lessons owed can be used within 12 months from the date of the
cancellation. Any lessons owed must be booked in advance and are subject to
availability.
We are looking forward to seeing you.