SDI Underwater Videography Course - Dive Subculture Malapascua
The SDI (Scuba Diving International) Underwater Videography Diver Course at Dive Subculture Technical – Malapascua is your gateway to capturing the magic of the underwater world in motion. Whether you’re filming vibrant reefs, dynamic marine life, or dramatic wrecks, this course provides the skills and techniques to produce compelling, cinematic underwater footage — all while diving safely and responsibly.
At Dive Subculture Technical, we take a real-world, creative-first approach to training. This course emphasizes stabilization, lighting, shot composition, and smooth movement underwater — essential skills to help you capture usable, polished video in unpredictable aquatic conditions. You’ll learn how to plan and execute your shots, adapt your technique based on lighting, depth, or current, and handle your camera system with confidence.
What sets us apart is our instructors’ combined expertise in diving and underwater videography, from casual GoPro use to more advanced rigs. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to improve your travel videos or a content creator aiming to capture cinematic sequences, our team will give you the tools, tips, and feedback to elevate your underwater storytelling.
The course includes classroom learning, confined water practice, and open water filming dives, where you’ll apply your skills in Malapascua’s rich and varied marine environment. You’ll practice:
Proper camera handling and rig balancing
Natural and artificial light control for video
Tracking moving subjects and creating stable, fluid shots
Planning a storyboard or visual sequence for storytelling
Respectful filming techniques that avoid disturbing marine life
Upon completion of the SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course, you’ll have the technical skills, creative vision, and dive-specific control needed to produce high-quality underwater videos. Whether you’re documenting your own adventures or creating content for others, Dive Subculture Technical ensures you dive and film with purpose — turning every dive into a frame-worthy story.
Why Choose Us?
Experienced Instructors
Learn from seasoned technical divers who are passionate about teaching.
Stunning Dive Locations
Train in the spectacular waters of Khao Lak, Malapascua and Yangon.
Personalized Learning
Enjoy small class sizes for tailored instruction and maximum attention.
Top-Quality Gear
Dive with state-of-the-art equipment that is meticulously maintained
SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course - Dive Subculture Technical Malapascua
The SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course at Dive Subculture Technical is designed to help you capture captivating underwater footage, giving you the skills and confidence to film marine life, reefs, and wrecks with ease. Underwater videography opens a gateway to documenting the underwater world in a way that tells a story, showcasing its beauty and vibrancy. This course equips you to manage the specific challenges of filming underwater, ensuring you can capture high-quality footage safely and responsibly.
At Dive Subculture Technical, our SDI Underwater Videography course emphasizes practical skills such as camera stability, lighting techniques, and smooth motion control. You’ll learn how to compose shots that enhance storytelling, adjust settings for various underwater conditions, and create steady, visually compelling footage.
The SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course is designed for divers who want to capture and share the beauty of the underwater world through video. It’s ideal for beginners interested in underwater videography or experienced videographers looking to adapt their skills to diving environments. Whether you’re filming for personal enjoyment, creating content, or pursuing a career in underwater media, this course provides the essential techniques to produce high-quality underwater footage.
- Minimum age of 18 years old (15 with parental consent)
SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent certification
Access to an underwater video camera or digital camera with video capabilities and underwater housing
In this course, you’ll gain foundational skills and knowledge to capture effective and visually engaging underwater video, including:
- Camera Setup and Maintenance: Understanding camera settings, underwater housing, and how to maintain your equipment for reliable use underwater.
- Lighting Techniques: Learning to use natural and artificial light to create well-lit, vibrant videos that showcase underwater colors.
- Composition and Framing: Techniques to frame shots effectively, capture dynamic sequences, and tell a story through your footage.
- Buoyancy Control for Videography: Improving buoyancy and movement control to keep your shots steady without disturbing the marine environment.
- Editing Basics: Introduction to basic editing techniques to enhance and compile your footage post-dive, creating a cohesive video sequence.
Upon completing the SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course, you’ll gain:
- Enhanced Videography Skills: Knowledge of lighting, framing, and camera techniques specific to underwater environments.
- Confidence with Equipment: Practical experience in setting up, maintaining, and using underwater videography gear effectively.
- Creative Diving Opportunities: The ability to capture and share your underwater experiences in engaging, memorable videos.
- SDI Certification: A recognized certification that highlights your underwater videography skills, adding value to your diving credentials.
- Successfully complete all academic and practical skill evaluations
Demonstrate proficiency in buoyancy control, composition, and camera handling underwater
Actively participate in both classroom and open water sessions, applying techniques learned
SDI Underwater Videography Course Structure
📚 Course Structure
The SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course at Dive Subculture Technical – Malapascua equips divers with the tools and techniques needed to capture compelling, high-quality footage beneath the surface. The course structure includes knowledge development, optional confined water skill-building, and open water videography dives, all designed to improve both creative and technical underwater filming.
The academic component provides a solid foundation in underwater filming principles and prepares you to manage both your camera system and dive profile effectively.
Topics include:
Camera Setup and Maintenance
Learn how to properly prepare your video system, seal housings, manage batteries, and protect your gear from leaks or flooding.Lighting Techniques
Understand how to utilize natural light, color filters, video lights, and strobes to enhance footage clarity, reduce backscatter, and maintain color accuracy at depth.Framing and Composition
Explore cinematic techniques for capturing marine life and underwater landscapes, focusing on camera movement, subject framing, and storytelling through sequence planning.Buoyancy Control for Videography
Master neutral buoyancy and trim to remain steady while filming, helping you achieve smooth footage and avoid disturbing marine life or silting the environment.
Apply your skills during guided videography dives in the diverse underwater environments around Malapascua.
Skills applied:
Videography Dives
Execute planned filming dives capturing marine life behavior, reef scenes, and subject interaction under real conditions.Advanced Lighting and Framing Techniques
Practice managing underwater lighting and camera angles in response to changing visibility, subject distance, and movement.Environmental Awareness
Maintain safe distances, avoid physical contact with sensitive marine life, and use videography techniques that minimize ecological disturbance.
Course Duration - 2 Days
Academics 1 Day
Pool Session Not Applicable
Open Water 2 Dives
Highest Safety and Standards
Dive Subculture Technical is fully committed to your safety. We conduct our courses following the highest SDI Certifications
Certification, Unlimited Adventures
You’ll unlock access to dive sites worldwide, preparing you for exciting underwater journeys and lifelong exploration.
Personal Learning Experience
We tailor our instruction to match your learning pace and comfort level, ensuring every student builds confidence and skills.
Protect Your Dive Adventure with DAN Insurance
At Dive Subculture Technical, safety is our priority, especially as you explore new creative challenges with our SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course. While underwater videography allows you to capture stunning footage, it also requires careful preparation and safety. That’s why we recommend DAN (Divers Alert Network) Insurance—an affordable way to stay protected in any scenario, whether underwater or on the surface.
For just $65 per year, DAN Insurance provides comprehensive coverage, including medical emergencies, dive accidents, and evacuation services. With DAN by your side, you can focus on mastering videography techniques, knowing you are fully protected.
Why Choose DAN Insurance?
- 24/7 Medical Assistance: Immediate support for dive-related emergencies.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Protection for both diving and non-diving activities.
- Affordable Plans: Peace of mind without breaking your budget.
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What's Included :-
At Dive Subculture Technical, we provide everything you need for a seamless and enjoyable learning experience. Our SDI Underwater Videography Diver Course ensures that you are fully equipped and prepared for your underwater adventure. Here’s what’s included:
Comprehensive Learning Materials
– Access to eLearning modules or printed manuals or through our DST App, covering the theory and fundamentals of diving.
– Classroom sessions (if applicable) for further discussion and Q&A with instructors.
Full Equipment Rental Use of premium scuba gear, including:
– Mask, fins, and snorkel
– Buoyancy Control Device (BCD)
– Regulator with alternate air source and gauges
– Dive computer for real-time monitoring
– Wetsuit appropriate for the dive environment
Open Water Sessions
– Two open water dives at scenic dive sites, applying what you’ve learned under the supervision of our expert instructors.
Certification Fees and SDI Certification Card
– SDI Underwater Videography Diver certification card upon successful completion of the course, valid worldwide.
Logbook
– A dive logbook to document your training dives and track future dives, building your diving portfolio.
Refreshments and Surface Intervals
– Snacks and refreshments during surface intervals to keep you hydrated and energized throughout the day.
Additional Equipments
– Slates (Provided)
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