Confidence starts in the water
Small steps. Big adventures.
Age-appropriate freediving and scuba experiences with patient instruction and a focus on supervision, safety, and fun.
Real lessons. Real smiles.
Confidence grows here.
Junior freediving and swimming instruction, specialising in working with children. A patient, personal approach helps each child feel comfortable as they learn.

Ages 4–15 • 3 hours
Kids Freediving
Structured, age-appropriate sessions focused on water confidence, supervised skills, and enjoyment. Further classes are 1,300 THB for 60 minutes. The Molchanovs Junior Certification Pathway (Wave / Lap 1–3) can be discussed with parents for updated pricing.
2,900 THB
Ask about thisFollow-up coaching • 60 minutes
Kids Freediving — Further Classes
Continue building skills after the introductory class with personalised, age-appropriate coaching.
1,300 THB
Ask about thisAge 8+ • 2–3 hours
PADI Bubblemaker
A supervised introduction to scuba in shallow, controlled water with child-sized equipment.
2,900 THB
Ask about thisAge 10+ • 6–8 hours
Kids Discover Scuba
A maximum of two students per instructor, with age-appropriate limits and close supervision.
5,900 THB
Ask about thisAge 10–12 • 3 days
Junior Open Water
4 dives for 14,000 THB or 6 dives for 15,000 THB. Certification requires successful completion; age-specific depth limits and supervision requirements apply.
14,000 / 15,000 THB
Ask about thisA personal approach for your child.
With junior freediving and swimming instructor credentials and a specialisation in working with children, Burgon Underwater understands how much trust matters. Share your child’s age, swimming ability, and previous experience so we can recommend a suitable class. Medical screening, guardian consent, and programme prerequisites apply.
Start with swimming lessons →Clear details before you book
Booking & peace of mind.
- Certification fees are included in course prices.
- Scuba activities include hotel transport, buffet-style food and drinks, equipment, and a professional dive instructor.
- Phi Phi Island: an additional 600 THB national park fee is payable on the day.
- No refunds for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the activity.
- A full refund is provided if weather or unforeseen circumstances require Burgon Underwater to cancel the trip.
- Full insurance coverage is provided to every customer who books through Burgon Underwater Phuket.
- Every customer must complete a medical questionnaire and liability form before any diving activity.
Bookings are subject to availability and confirmation. Contact Burgon Underwater to confirm prerequisites, meeting arrangements, and your total price.
A glimpse of our classes
Little moments.
Lasting memories.














From our underwater community
Confidence.
In their own words.
5.0 / 5 · 25 Google reviews
Rating checked 7 October 2026
★★★★★
“Our Daughter has had private lessons for a year, she absolutely loves it…”
Josh Ross · Google review excerpt
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“now he can swim and has total confidence…”
SDY · Google review excerpt
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“made me feel completely at ease with his enthusiasm, knowledge and patience…”
Dan Stammers · Google review excerpt
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“He is knowledgeable, patient and very enthusiastic – and clearly enjoys teaching.…”
Steve Leathwood · Google review excerpt
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“An excellent guide who explains patiently and makes the material easy to understand.…”
Joy Klein · Google review excerpt · Translated from Hebrew
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Chalong. Panwa. Phuket. Thailand.