Begin Your Scuba Diving Journey
with Orca
Begin Your Scuba Diving Journey
with Orca
Begin Your Scuba Diving Journey with Orca
Experience the underwater world like never before with Orca Scuba Diving Academy. PADI-certified courses, unforgettable dive experiences, and expert training in the heart of Essex.
Experience the underwater world like never before with Orca Scuba Diving Academy. PADI-certified courses, unforgettable dive experiences, and expert training in the heart of Essex.
Experience the underwater world like never before with Orca Scuba Diving Academy. PADI-certified courses, unforgettable dive experiences, and expert training in the heart of Essex.
PADI 5-Star Dive Centre
Globally recognised training with certified instructors.
PADI 5-Star Dive Centre
Globally recognised training with certified instructors.
PADI 5-Star Dive Centre
Globally recognised training with certified instructors.
All Levels Welcome
Whether you’re new to diving or advancing your skills, we’ve got you covered.
All Levels Welcome
Whether you’re new to diving or advancing your skills, we’ve got you covered.
All Levels Welcome
Whether you’re new to diving or advancing your skills, we’ve got you covered.
Unforgettable Dive Trips
Explore stunning dive sites across the UK and abroad.
Unforgettable Dive Trips
Explore stunning dive sites across the UK and abroad.
Unforgettable Dive Trips
Explore stunning dive sites across the UK and abroad.
Discover Scuba Diving for Just £35
Discover Scuba Diving for Just £35
Experience the magic of scuba diving with our Introduction to Scuba Diving Course. No experience needed. Suitable for all ages.
Experience the magic of scuba diving with our Introduction to Scuba Diving Course. No experience needed. Suitable for all ages.
Unbeatable value for your first dive.
Unbeatable value for your first dive.
Unbeatable value for your first dive.
Perfect for all ages – no experience needed.
Perfect for all ages – no experience needed.
Perfect for all ages – no experience needed.
Led by certified PADI professionals.
Led by certified PADI professionals.
Led by certified PADI professionals.
All equipment provided – just bring your sense of adventure!
All equipment provided – just bring your sense of adventure!
All equipment provided – just bring your sense of adventure!
Our track record speaks for itself
Our track record speaks for itself
Our track record speaks for itself
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Meet the Orca Team
Meet the Orca Team
Meet the Orca Team
With decades of combined experience, Orca’s instructors are passionate about diving and committed to your safety and enjoyment.
With decades of combined experience, Orca’s instructors are passionate about diving and committed to your safety and enjoyment.
With decades of combined experience, Orca’s instructors are passionate about diving and committed to your safety and enjoyment.
Passionate educators, dedicated to building confidence underwater.
Passionate educators, dedicated to building confidence underwater.
Passionate educators, dedicated to building confidence underwater.
Focused on safety, fun, and creating lifelong dive memories.
Focused on safety, fun, and creating lifelong dive memories.
Focused on safety, fun, and creating lifelong dive memories.
Our Courses
Explore the Word, One Dive at a Time.
Explore the Word, One Dive at a Time.
From the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea to the vibrant reefs of the Maldives, we offer expertly guided trips for divers of all levels. Experience incredible marine life, sharpen your skills, and make memories that last a lifetime.
From the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea to the vibrant reefs of the Maldives, we offer expertly guided trips for divers of all levels. Experience incredible marine life, sharpen your skills, and make memories that last a lifetime.
Worldwide Destinations
Worldwide Destinations
Worldwide Destinations
Expertly Guided Trips
Expertly Guided Trips
Expertly Guided Trips
Tailored for All Levels
Tailored for All Levels
Tailored for All Levels
Unforgettable Experiences
Unforgettable Experiences
Unforgettable Experiences
Customer Satisfaction is Our Priority
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient
Me and my partner did the PADI Open water course. We loved it from start to finish. Gary was excellent at organising everything, and our instructor Aidan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We learnt with friends who had Vince, he was also a fab instructor, friendly and very knowledgeable. Overall a 5 star experience, great fun and would really recommend. The local scuba diving community seems really inclusive and welcoming.
Jess Ford
AWESOME!
Gary and all that run Orca Scuba Diving Academy are first class. Their knowledge and willingness to train and help you is second to none. Nothing is to much trouble. Felt completely at ease taking my open water course. Book up you won't be disappointed 👍🏼
Mike Johnson
The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly
Had a great time here doing my PADI Refresher. I've not been diving in two years so after abit of searching I decided to come here to do my refresher. The facilities are amazing, the staff are super friendly and there is a fantastic group atmosphere. The instructor was really helpful, went through everything thoroughly yet was still able to make the evening good fun and ensure we enjoyed ourselves. Really enjoyed the experience and I'll certainly recommend!
Joshua Reynolds
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