Admissions
Enrollment – Costs – Admissions – How to Apply
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ADMISSIONS
Enrollment is open to individuals interested in refining skills in underwater photography, videography, cinematography, filmmaking, or editing — whether for personal passion, career advancement, scientific work, artistic development, creative storytelling, industry application, or professional mastery.
Many participants arrive after years of experimentation and training, still searching for the ability to translate what they see underwater into powerful imagery. Direct access to world-class filmmakers accelerates the path to mastery.
Award-winning photographers, leading underwater cinematographers, and internationally acclaimed filmmakers mentor a very small number of students each year, sharing the artistic discipline and professional practices required for industry-level underwater image-making.
At The Liquid Motion Academy, the goal is simple: helping each participant realise their vision — at their pace, and at the level that suits their ambitions.
If you feel drawn to the art of underwater photography or filmmaking, you are warmly invited to speak with us and explore the path that feels right for you.
PROFESSIONAL UNDERWATER FILM PROGRAMS
INDUSTRY PRO Underwater Filmmaker A-Z CAREER Course
PROFESSIONAL UNDERWATER FILMMAKING DEGREE CERTIFICATION
VIP- PRIVATE – 1:1
| USD | MXN | |
|---|---|---|
| High-end, career-focused Professional Filmmaker Certification Program & Diploma 3-4 weeks / 20 dives minimum VIP - PRIVATE - ONE-on-ONE Details | 9450* | 189000 |
| GATES STO PRO Certification Add-on (optional) | 595 | 11900 |
The Underwater Videographer Certification Course
VIP- PRIVATE – 1:1
| USD | MXN | |
| Underwater Videographer Pro - Pro UW Camera Operator Course + Pro Film Editor combo: 8 days, 5 days/10 dives + 2-3 days Editing (or + remote editing online) VIP PRIVATE ONE-to-ONE CUSTOMISED Details | 4850* | 97000 |
The Underwater Videographer Certification Course
SMALL GROUP (1:4 or less)
| USD | MXN | |
| Underwater Videography Intensive - Pro UW Camera Operator Course + Pro Film Editing Combo in small group: 10 days - 8d diving (16 dives) + Editing + full training (in person + remote online - includes the full training, workshops, editing, storytelling and mentorship — from first dive through to a finished film. SMALL GROUP (1:4) Details | 3950* |
The Professional Underwater Camera Operator Course
VIP- PRIVATE – 1:1
| USD | MXN | |
| The Professional Underwater Cinematography / Camera Operator Certification Program & Diploma: 5 weeks 1:1 Private Online + 5 days + 10 dives + 5 Customised Specialty Modules + Certification VIP PRIVATE ONE-to-ONE CUSTOMISED Details | 3850* | 77,000* |
The Professional Underwater Camera Operator
SMALL GROUP (1:4 or less)
| USD | MXN | |
| The Pro Underwater Camera Operator Certification Program & Diploma: 5 weeks online group learning, 5 Specialty Modules, 6 days, 12 dives, Certification GROUP: 3 pax Max | 2550* | 51000 |
Pro Film Editor Certification Course
VIP- PRIVATE – 1:1
| USD | MXN | |
| The Pro Film Editor - Complete A-Z Editing Certification Course & Diploma (10 Modules, 10 weeks online or 2-3 days) | 1295 | 25900 |
Pro Colour Correction & Grading
VIP- PRIVATE – 1:1
| USD | MXN | |
| Half day Pro Colour Correction, Grading, Balancing | 465 | 9300 |
PROFESSIONAL UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAMS
INDUSTRY PRO
UW Photographer A-Z
Career Course & Certification
| USD | MXN | |
|---|---|---|
| Career-focused Professional UW Photographer Career A-Z Diploma & Certification Program - 15 days/3 weeks. VIP PRIVATE ONE-to-ONE CUSTOMISED Details | 8995* | 179900 |
The Professional Underwater Photographer Course
| USD | MXN | |
| The Professional Underwater Photographer Certification Program & Diploma (5 Custom-Specialty Modules, 5 days, 10 dives, + Remote Private learning classes) VIP PRIVATE ONE-to-ONE CUSTOMISED Details | 3850* | 77000 |
The Complete Photo Editing A-Z Course
| USD | MXN | |
| The Photo Editor - Professional A-Z Photo Editing Certification Course (10 Modules/2 days or private, online) | 999 | 19980 |
Photo Colour Correction & Grading Course
| USD | MXN | |
| Photo Editing - Colour grading, correction, balancing - Half day (online or in person) | 465 | 9300 |
Live Online Mentorship
VIP PRIVATE LIVE ONLINE MENTORSHIP
UW PHOTOGRAPHY, videography & FILMMAKING
| USD | MXN | |
| The Professional Underwater Camera Operator Certification Course (approx 5 weeks / 10 hours - 1:1, private personal tuition) | 995 | 19900 |
| Pro Film Editor Course - Complete A-Z Film Editing Certification Course (5-6 weeks / 10-12 hours - 1:1, private personal tuition) | 995 | 19900 |
| The Underwater Videographer Course (Pro UW Camera Operator 10 hrs + Pro Film Editor 10-12hrs) | 1595 | 31900 |
| The Professional Underwater Photography Certification Course (approx 4 weeks/8 hours) | 895 | 17900 |
| Pro Photo Editor Course - Complete A-Z Photo Editing Certification Course (5 weeks / 10 hours) | 895 | 17900 |
| The Underwater Photographer + Editor (UW Photographer 8 hrs + Pro Photo Editor 10hrs customised - total 18hrs) | 1495 | 29900 |
| 1:1 Individual coaching / personal tuition (hourly) | 220 | 4400 |
| 1:1 Individual coaching / personal tuition (half day / 4 hrs) | 495 | 9900 |
| Post Online Course Diving Offer 1: VIP 1:1 Diving with Liquid Motion®: 2TD + pre- and post-dive workshop / image review / critique / training (per day) | 595 | 11900 |
| Post Online Course Diving Offer 2: Remote Diving Support & Training Option - 1:1 Customised, Private Pre-dive assignment(s) + Post-Dive Critique / Workshop / Review class (personal image review, theory, instruction, tuition) - (approx 2 hours) | 295 | 5700 |
Private Experiences
DIVE – Film – refine
| USD | MXN | |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Equipment Refinement Dives (per day/2TD | 595 | 11305 |
| Professional Equipment Refinement Dives 5 day / 10 dive package | 2475 | 47025 |
Private Underwater Photography Masterclass
| USD | MXN | |
| Underwater Photography Masterclass & Editing 1 day, 2 dives, 1:1 online class. Customised critique/review/workshop/editing class - Private, Customised, Tailored, 1:1. | 925 | 18500 |
PRIVATE Underwater Videography Masterclass
| USD | MXN | |
| Underwater Videography Masterclass - Learn Underwater Shooting & Video Editing - Private, Customised, Tailored, 1:1. 2 days, 4 dives, 1:1 online class. 2 customised critique/review/workshop/editing classes. | 1495 | 29900 |
FLUO-DIVING COURSE
(with photo/Film)
| USD | MXN | |
| Fluo-Diving - VIP Private Class & Dive - 1:1 with the Pioneers Details | 695 | 13900 |
| Per Couple | 895 | 17900 |
| Fluorescence footage editing & colour-grading - photo or film - 2hr customized | 220 | 4400 |
The Fish Behaviour Distinctive Specialty Course
| USD | MXN | |
| Exclusive Distinctive Fish Behaviour Specialty Course - land-based 1:1 VIP or online Details | 395 | 7900 |
| Exclusive Distinctive Fish Behaviour Specialty Course + 2 VIP 1:1 dives + Certification - Land based (or online) 1:1 VIP + 2 private dives | 790 | 15800 |
VIP Private Diving Packages
| USD | MXN | |
| VIP Private Diving (Industry Pro UW Photo/Film Guide - photo/film/marine bio support - 2 boat dives - snacks, water, tanks, weights - Per Day | 595 | 11900 |
| VIP Private Diving - 5 day package | 2475 (495 per day) | 49500 |
| Private Rebreather (photo/Film) Guide - Per Day | 595* | 11900 |
| Private Rebreather (photo/Film) Guide - 5 day package | 2675* | 53500 |
| VIP Luxury Private Charter - (Private Dive Boat, Captain, Private (Photo/Film) Guide, personalised dive itinerary, tanks and weights, two dives on customised, carefully selected reefs - 1:1 - per day) ($165 per additional diver, $100 per additional divemaster) | 995 | 19900 |
| VIP Luxury Private Charter - 5 day package | 4750 | 95000 |
*VIP* Bucket List
| USD | MXN | |
| VIP Private Bull sharks - 2 boat dives, Private Boat Charter, 1:1 with Liquid Motion® + safety diver JAN - March | 1450 | 29000 |
| VIP Whale Sharks - Private Boat Charter, 1:1 with Liquid Motion® July - Aug | On Request |
What’s included?
The Cost for all Programs includes:
The cost for all programs includes:
Prior to arrival: Logistics planning, recommendations, booking assistance, support. Video consultation and personal work assessment. Online learning options, optional classes, private 1:1 support.
On site: All course, media, or production materials, technology fees, and other associated costs except as noted. Guaranteed private, one-on-one, customised instruction with a globally renowned, award-winning Photographer/Filmmaker/Artist & 30 years Industry Pro Mentor (except for group classes).
VIP greeting and assistance on arrival in Cozumel on request. Transfers to/from dive departure points, and to/from The Academy. 24h availability and support while in Cozumel.
All programmes are fully customised and taught privately or in very small groups.
Additional fees
VAT: Mexico requires that fees are subject to 16% IVA (VAT)
*Diving: Prices with a * are for the Private 1:1 tuition/training/instruction and customised, tailored VIP Underwater Videography, Cinematography & Filmmaking Courses; dive costs and equipment rentals are additional. Liquid Motion Academy works with the best dive operators in Cozumel to ensure your safety and provide a superior diving experience with extra long dives. Each days diving includes 2 dives on 2 different Cozumel reefs in the Marine Park, air tanks & weights and is $145.
Luxury Private charter: For super privacy, total flexibility and a luxurious, custom-made dive itinerary, The Academy can provide a high-end private charter boat. Only you, your private Mentor, your private boat, your private Captain. VIP private charter is $965 and includes Captain, personal dive itinerary and plan, air tanks and weights, diving (two dives) on customised, carefully selected reefs, to fit your preferred diving style, wishes, needs, experience and goals. Discounts are available for 5 days +
4K Video Camera, Housing & Lighting System rental: $165 per day, Video Lights: $30 each per day.
Still Camera, Housing & Lighting System rental – on request.
There is a Cozumel Marine Park Protection fee of $12 per day.
General Information, Policies & Booking Requirements
Equipment: Students and guests should bring their own camera, housing, lighting equipment or otherwise advise us if rental is required.
It is recommended to bring a laptop with course-specific or recommended software installed, as well as a back-up drive for extra footage/image storage. This will serve as a personal workstation during courses, and allow for ‘out of hours’ creative growth and development. The Academy is fully available to you to assist with all equipment and software recommendations and questions once bookings are confirmed.
Policy: Bookings are fully payable in advance; a deposit of 50% reserves and confirms space, with the balance due 45 days prior to the start of the program or course. Payment is guaranteed 95% fully refundable up to 45 days prior to the course, and 50% refundable up to 30 days prior. Refunds are not available thereafter.
Course dates can be changed 2x up to 45 days prior to course, based on availability, at no cost. Refunds and changes are possible only up to 2 years maximum after original booking dates. Price increases may apply. The Academy recommends guests to please have trip/travel insurance in place to cover any personal last minute cancellations or changes or losses, and cannot be held responsible for such circumstances or Acts of God.
All programs and diving are professionally provided by Liquid Motion’s internationally acclaimed, multi award-winning Photographer/Filmmakers/Artists, Guy & Anita Chaumette (National Geographic, Discovery, BBC, ARTE, TVE, Scuba Diving Magazine, DIVER etc). The world-renowned Industry Pro’s are Marine Specialists and Experts in Underwater Photography & Film, with a lifetime experience as Cinematographers, Photographers, Oceanographers, Environmentalists, Authors, Fish Behaviourists, Marine Biologists & Underwater Imaging Instructors. Master Dive Instructors & Rebreather specialists, Guy and Anita additionally bring over 30 years experience and an expert knowledge of 5-star diving, dive itinerary planning, and professional luxury guiding for super yachts, VIPs and individuals all over the world. All programs are one-on-one, private instruction, unless otherwise noted.
The Academy team is here to answer any questions you may have, make your enrolment as straightforward and stress-free as possible, and guide you on taking the first step towards realizing your dream.
Whether Filmmaking, Photography or Editing, this is where things happen. Please contact us, to discuss your goals, and together we will customize the perfect package to suit your unique personal goals and needs.
Thank you for choosing Liquid Motion® Underwater Photo & Film Academy.
Thank you for choosing Liquid Motion® Underwater Photo & Film Academy.
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Prices, Costs, Tuition, Admissions
Prices, Costs, Tuition, Admissions for Private, Professional Underwater Photo & Film Courses at Liquid Motio Underwater Photo & Film Academy Cozumel
Course Provider: Organization
Course Provider Name: Liquid Motion Academy
Course Provider URL: www.liquidmotionacademy.com
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