Intimate, carefully selected groups are limited to 3 students per retreat to ensure bespoke, personalised training. Technical Precision is mixed with Creative Exploration for Artistic Excellence & World-Class Results.
NEXT EVENTS:
May 4th 2026 (waitlist)
LOCATION:
Cozumel Island
10-day Underwater Videography Intensive
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Shoot. Edit. Release Your First Film.
Designed for underwater photographers moving into motion — and emerging videographers ready to operate with confidence and control.
In ten focused days, you will master professional underwater camera operation, cinematic shooting, and structured film editing. You will produce a complete underwater film — from first dive to final cut.
Clear guidance. Real workflow. Visible results.
Elevate from capturing images to creating films.
Group courses in Underwater Cinematography group course, Underwater Videography group workshop, Underwater Filmmaking, Art: Pro Underwater Camera Operator group course
2-Week Professional Underwater Storytelling Programme
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Cinematic Mastery & Visual Authorship
An advanced small-group immersion for filmmakers ready to refine story, movement, light, and visual language at the highest professional level.
Develop signature style. Strengthen narrative structure. Direct underwater scenes with intention and authority. Produce work designed to stand confidently in broadcast, festival, or professional arenas.
Serious filmmakers. Serious craft. Lasting impact.
Underwater Videography, Filmmaking, Art: Underwater Cinematography Underwater Storytelling group course
Experience total transformation
Small-group, mentor-led training in underwater videography, cinematography, storytelling and filmmaking – delivered to Liquid Motion’s professional standard.
Led by Liquid Motion’s award-winning filmmakers (30+ years broadcast and cinematic experience), with the same bespoke approach and standards as our private VIP mentorship.
Alongside a small group of like-minded peers, master and transcend technique, and awaken your highest creative potential as an Underwater Filmmaker, Cinematographer & Artist.
At Liquid Motion®, every program is designed to deliver extraordinary results through world-class mentorship and transformative creative growth.
Our ultimate VIP 1:1 courses are the ultimate, most exclusive filmmaking experience available —100% private, bespoke programs, guided personally by multi-award-winning mentors Guy and Anita Chaumette. With over 30 years of global experience, 100+ international awards, and a client list including the BBC, National Geographic, and ARTE, their legacy speaks for itself.
Yet especially for those who seek the perfect balance of personalised mentorship and collaborative energy, our elite small-group courses (max. 1:3) offer near-VIP access to the same profound knowledge and creative mastery that only decades at the pinnacle of underwater filmmaking can provide.
Liquid Motion® small group events deliver tailored guidance within an intimate, carefully curated environment—empowering artists to elevate their craft, produce impactful work, and also connect deeply with a passionate community.
As one past participant shared, “This wasn’t just training—it changed how I see, shoot, and how I shape a story. It was a turning point in my career.”
More than just training
Real results. Proven mentorship. Unforgettable growth. Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
Refined creative and technical skills
Personalised mentorship from global experts
Deeper artistic vision and confidence
Fresh momentum in your creative journey
A lasting bond with like-minded professionals
Immerse yourself in a rare, transformative learning environment where you will master proven techniques and 30 years of refined pro strategies.
A space where creatives, visionaries, impact makers, and ocean lovers can meet, build connections, create and fine tune their craft.
Explore pristine, crystal-clear marine environments as you ignite your creativity, and create compelling underwater films that endure and inspire.
Upcoming Events & Retreats
Everything you need to connect into infininte possibilities
Underwater Camera Operator Group Course (entry level)
Feb 2026 – Waitlist
Underwater Cinematography Mastery (Advanced)
December 2025 – Full
Pro UW Videography Online (entry level)
On request
UW Filmmaker Pro - Story Creation (Advanced/Pro
April 2026
Your time is now
This is more than a learning opportunity—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to be part of something special, to live your dream, master your craft, and create a lasting legacy in your life and the lives of others.
Spaces are limited to ensure a connected and personalized experience. Take the first step toward your extraordinary life today.
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.”
Spaces are limited to preserve an intimate and personalised experience—secure your place in this rare opportunity.
Reach Your Greatest Potential, Faster
Experience the focused guidance, strategic insight, and motivation that have elevated the careers of artists around the world. With a dedicated personal mentor and a bespoke plan designed specifically for you, you’ll be empowered to create a life and artistic practice you truly love—achieving the results you’re striving for.

