Established in 2010, Reef Training & Aquatics has been committed to delivering practical, high-quality training for individuals, workplaces, aquatic facilities and community organisations.
We specialise in First Aid, CPR, Pool Lifeguard, Water Rescue and safety-focused training that is built around real-world skills, not just theory. Our approach is hands-on, supportive and designed to help students leave with confidence. Whether someone is completing their first CPR course, renewing a workplace qualification, preparing to become a Pool Lifeguard or developing aquatic rescue skills, our goal is to make the training practical, engaging and relevant.
Our trainers bring real industry experience into the classroom, pool deck and training environment. That means students learn from people who understand emergency response, aquatic supervision, rescue situations and the pressures of making decisions when it matters. We believe good training should be clear, realistic and easy to apply when faced with a real emergency.
Reef Training & Aquatics delivers regular public courses across key locations in Queensland and New South Wales, with Australia-wide delivery available for group bookings. We work with individuals, workplaces, schools, aquatic centres, councils, resorts, tourism operators and community organisations to provide flexible training options that suit their needs.
From First Aid and CPR through to Pool Lifeguard and Water Rescue training, we are focused on helping people build the skills, confidence and capability to respond effectively, support safer environments and protect the people in their care.
From our beginnings in Airlie Beach to delivering industry-led training across Australia, Reef Training & Aquatics has continued to grow while staying focused on practical, high-quality training.
Reef Training & Aquatics began operating from the Airlie Beach Lagoon and Airlie Beach Community Centre, delivering Pool Lifeguard and community First Aid courses.
2010
Reef Training & Aquatics moved its main operations to Brisbane while continuing to deliver public Pool Lifeguard courses in Airlie Beach and across North Queensland.
2016
Reef Training & Aquatics was acquired by Oceania Training & Response Group Pty Ltd and brought together with Fast Response First under one broader training organisation.
2025
Building on the combined experience of Reef Training & Aquatics and Fast Response First, we expanded our reach beyond Queensland, offering public and private training across Australia through a growing network of experienced trainers.
2026
Reef Training & Aquatics expanded internationally with the launch of an Australian-standard Pool Lifeguard course in Malaysia, bringing practical, industry-led aquatic safety training to a new market.
Present
From our beginnings in Airlie Beach to delivering industry-led training across Australia, Reef Training & Aquatics has continued to grow while staying focused on practical, high-quality training.
Reef Training & Aquatics began operating from the Airlie Beach Lagoon and Airlie Beach Community Centre, delivering Pool Lifeguard and community First Aid courses.
Reef Training & Aquatics moved its main operations to Brisbane while continuing to deliver public Pool Lifeguard courses in Airlie Beach and across North Queensland.
Reef Training & Aquatics was acquired by Oceania Training & Response Group Pty Ltd and brought together with Fast Response First under one broader training organisation.
Building on the combined experience of Reef Training & Aquatics and Fast Response First, we expanded our reach beyond Queensland, offering public and private training across Australia through a growing network of experienced trainers.
Reef Training & Aquatics expanded internationally with the launch of an Australian-standard Pool Lifeguard course in Malaysia, bringing practical, industry-led aquatic safety training to a new market.