Liquid Motion® events & retreats
Events & Retreats: Underwater Cinematography, Filmmaking, Photo, Video, Art
Elite underwater training in videography, photography, and film – for those who demand artistic excellence
Renowned, transformational events
Liquid Motion’s bespoke, life-defining retreats unite precision, creativity, and artistic excellence in locations of rare and breathtaking beauty. In intimate, invitation-only groups, you’ll train under the world’s foremost underwater image-makers—unlocking the mastery behind visual storytelling that resonates, inspires, and endures.
NEXT EVENTS:
Oct & Nov 2025 (waitlist)
LOCATION:
Cozumel Island
Pro Underwater Camera Operator - group event
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CORE / NOVICE LEVEL
Master the art of underwater videography and become a confident Underwater Camera Operator. Learn to expertly handle equipment and elevate your shooting with dynamic, captivating footage. Connect with passionate peers and fast-track your journey to creative excellence in this immersive, proven program.
Events & Retreats: Underwater Filmmaking Photo Video Art – Pro Underwater Videography Event
Underwater Cinematography Mastery: group event
- ADVANCED
An immersive, transformational experience designed to elevate your mastery of underwater cinematography. Gain expert tools, strategies, and guidance to craft compelling, professional-grade underwater films that captivate and inspire—setting you apart as a true visionary in the art.
Events & Retreats: Underwater Cinematography
Underwater Filmmaker A-Z PRO
- IN PERSON
Step into the entertainment industry with unparalleled mentorship from the world’s leading experts in underwater cinematography and filmmaking. This transformative, hands-on program delivers exclusive career guidance, rapid creative growth, and connection within a select, passionate community. Produce a captivating underwater film and forge your lasting legacy.
Advanced Underwater Photography
- IN PERSON
Elevate your craft beyond traditional photography. Unlock your creative vision and transform your images into extraordinary underwater art. Guided by expert mentors and supported by a passionate community, master refined techniques and cultivate the confidence to create inspiring masterpieces that resonate and make an impact.
Experience total transformation
Embark on a rare journey of underwater artistry and personal transformation, guided by the internationally acclaimed mentors Anita and Guy Chaumette. These invitation-only retreats transcend technique—they unlock your highest creative potential as an Underwater Filmmaker, Cinematographer, or Photographer.
Join an exclusive circle of visionary creators from across the globe, learning directly from award-winning masters celebrated for their groundbreaking underwater artistry. Intimate groups and bespoke mentorship ensure every moment is crafted to accelerate your unique growth.
Immerse yourself in transformative learning, mastering the skills and strategies to produce captivating underwater art that inspires and endures. Explore pristine, crystal-clear locations rich with vibrant marine life—each chosen to ignite your artistic vision.
Forge lifelong bonds with a passionate, like-minded elite through immersive sessions and personalized guidance, elevating your craft and securing your legacy in the world of underwater storytelling.

Your time is now
Spaces are limited to ensure a connected and personalized experience. This is more than a learning opportunity—it’s an invitation to be part of something special, to live your dream, transform your passion and create a lasting impact in your life and the lives of others.
Take the first step toward your extraordinary legacy today.
Upcoming Events & Retreats
Everything you need to connect into infininte possibilities
Underwater Camera Operator Core
November 2025 – (waitist)
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Underwater Cinematography Mastery
November 2025 (waitlist)
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Professional Underwater Photography
Coming soon
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Underwater Filmmaker A-Z PRO
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Stories of Transformation
Stories of personal transformations, and powerful creation from our community of students around the world
“I’ve been on many trips and courses with ‘professional underwater photographers & videographers’ over the years, but they have never been at this high level of education and learning. The training was 100% the best I could possibly expect. I have never learnt so much in such a short time! No-one else in the world can teach like this. Fast, inspiring, incomparable. What a wonderful team! 100% I recommend them so much!…”
“I wanted to learn to film cinematically underwater, not just learn underwater video. I was looking for a very high standard. So it was key for me to find an expert who could start making me think like a filmmaker, not just teach me technique. The training was absolutely incredible and far exceeded all my expectations. It really was tremendous in every way and was everything i wanted and more on so many different levels. Guy is a great teacher, able to convey very complicated things very clearly, and his attention to detail really stands out at all times. It was very clear he cared about helping me achieve my personal goal. I felt very much supported in this, the whole way. There aren’t any others that can teach at the level that Liquid Motion offers to you…”
“Ever since I first saw BBC the Blue Planet, I wanted to be that guy who got the beautiful underwater footage. And now I am that guy!”
“Guy teaches the difference between video footage and an actual film, and has taken my video production to a level far beyond what I imagined I could ever reach. He is a true artist whose creativity is simply remarkable! He is a treasure trove of information about photography, filmmaking and marine life behavior. He shares his thought processes on how to approach the underwater world, and also teaches you how to tell the story. Besides the learning and the work, he’s also quite the character. I found him very entertaining and can’t recommend this experience enough. Spend as much time learning with Liquid Motion as possible. Thanks for making this the trip of my dreams!”
“Guy’s proficiency in tearing down preconceived notions and forging a strong foundation was extraordinary. His readiness to impart wisdom from his vast 30+ years of experience was a treasure. The experience was truly rewarding. It was a privilege to learn from such a seasoned expert, eager to share his knowledge.”
“I can’t seem to find the words for all the emotions I’m feeling. I made it home filled with joy and love from this trip. It’s been a week of fantastic experiences on so many different levels. The Philosophy of Liquid Motion Academy is different to anything I’ve ever experienced before. Thank you for a life-changing experience and thank you for having such open hearts.”
“I chose Liquid Motion Academy over The L.A. Film School, because I wanted to learn more than just Filmmaking; I wanted to learn the art of film – stories, creation with freedom, how to portray emotion, how to make a difference. It’s incredible how much I learnt about filmmaking and photography, on land and underwater, in such a short time!. Whether beginner or professional, learning from Guy and Anita is a uniquely productive journey, and an amazing, highly personal experience.
“I arrived with a crazy dream to make a big social impact through underwater storytelling. I am leaving a real filmmaker! Thanks to the down to earth, honest and constructive instruction from Guy, and the kindness and support from Anita, I got more out of this experience than I could have ever expected. I went to Liquid Motion to learn the art of underwater filmmaking, and it has been successful and incredible.”
“Liquid Motion’s Guy Chaumette is a highly trained Filmmaker and Instructor, considered by most as one of the very best in the profession. I was honoured to dive and film alongside him. Whether you are a novice interested in learning underwater film, or an industry professional honing your skills, if you are looking for valued, trusted and completely professional cinematography training, Liquid Motion Academy is the only place to go.
“In a world where customer service seems to be rapidly becoming a thing of the past, it is very refreshing to still get this kind of learning experience. 5 stars! I read the reviews, yet I was still not prepared for the incredible personal treatment I got from Liquid Motion. I arrived in Cozumel as an amateur underwater photographer with no filming experience. I am leaving with the tools, skill and confidence to call myself an underwater filmmaker. I also feel like I made a couple of new friends in Anita and Guy…”
“I have been an underwater photographer for years, I like my photos, but I wanted to LOVE my photos! I had met Guy & Anita many years ago in Indonesia, and I knew I wanted to take my classes with them! The result – “my photos used to look like snapshots – now they look like beautiful works of art !! Thank You Liquid Motion!!”
“As an experienced diver, underwater Filmmaker and Cameraman, Guy has an extensive knowledge of the underwater environment and of animal behavior, and he is also a true Artist. The Liquid Motion Professional UW Camera Operator course is unique in the world. It has made a transformational impact on my underwater film making career”
“This was the best week of diving and underwater photography of my life! I’m a decent photographer, diving all over the world since the age of 12, and this was by far the best experience I’ve ever had! Guy shares a lifetime of diving, filming, photographing and studying marine life and makes any dive experience safe and unforgettable. He’s great company, and as for the quality of my photography, my walls in my home and office say it all – finally, they now all harbour my best shots!”
“Anita & Guys combined decades of real world experience creates a practical and powerful learning crucible for the aspiring underwater cameramen and working professional alike. You learn far more than underwater camera techniques. You learn how to succeed.”
“Liquid Motion made me realise that my dream really was actually tangible! Guy taught me the core techniques of underwater cinematography, and opened my eyes to the sheer scope of creative possibility when it comes to both film and photography. He’s taught me to look at every environment I’m in and ask myself ‘how would I capture this moment?’ Guy and Anita equipped me with all the skills and creative flare that I needed to work professionally, and gave me the confidence and an even larger spark of passion for my journey”
“Enlightened teaching, that raises the bar in photography instruction” Guy’s enlightened teaching, supported by Anita’s welcoming attention to detail that makes Academy attendance worry-free, raises the bar in photography instruction and has opened for me new vistas of where I can take my image-making, topside as well as underwater. There is no substitute for such joyful, challenging, all-encompassing special moments”
“There are no words to explain how happy I felt learning with Liquid Motion. It was a dream come true. The amount of love I felt was incredible! For listening to my vision and helping me master the diving techniques to use the camera safely underwater, for teaching me to think rather than react, for changing my entire perception of the underwater world, for opening my eyes.. Anita & Guy have both made all my dreams come true”
“Having shot underwater for about 5 years, and learning much by way of trial and error on my own, with the help of Guy I was able to reinforce what I was doing well, deconstruct and address my weaknesses, and came out at the end of the class with a newfound confidence in marketing myself as a professional underwater cinematographer. The courses are very well run by both Anita and Guy, and I cannot thank them enough. I have taken my skillset both as an underwater camera operator and as a storyteller to a level I never thought possible in such a short amount of time.”
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