About Us. Why choose your lifeguard training with ORCA?
ORCA was started in 2023, through a deep passion for all water sports, stemming from 20+ years of surfing and 10+ years of coaching and lifeguard training around the world.
Our expertise and love for the water drives us to equip others with essential lifesaving skills and confidence in aquatic environments.
Based in Newquay, Cornwall, the surf capital of the UK, we could not be in a more perfect location to give you the best course experience possible!
Training with us gives you the best possible foundation to launch your career as a beach lifeguard or progress into surf coaching, including opportunities to work with organisations such as the RNLI. Our courses focus on real-world skills, confidence in the water, and decision-making to the highest professional standard.
Previous candidates consistently leave 5★ reviews and go on to work both in the UK and internationally, representing the very highest level of lifeguarding and coaching. When you learn with us, you don’t just pass a course — you gain the tools, mindset, and credibility to succeed in a demanding and rewarding career.
“Last week I completed the NVBLQ Lifeguard course with Henry. It was such a good experience! Henry is a great trainer and was super supportive throughout. I feel that I learned a lot and now feel very confident going forward and applying for the RLNI!”
— Google Reviews