Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe

What Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe does

Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe (WOPR) Województwa Warmińsko-Mazurskiego w Olsztynie is a non-profit voluntary water rescue organization and regional chapter of Poland's national WOPR, founded on April 11, 1962. Headquartered at ul. Polna 16 in Olsztyn, Poland, the organization employs 28 staff and operates as a designated volunteer rescue service across the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. Operations include seasonal motorboat patrols on Lake Ukiel from April 29 through October 2, ice rescue capability during winter months, and year-round community safety education. Registered as a non-profit under KRS 0000043233 and NIP 739-13-18-855, WOPR is governed by an elected Provincial Board currently led by President Jarosław Przekop (elected February 2026).

The organization's service portfolio spans five core lines: active water rescue operations, structured training courses (water rescuer certification, instructor certification, and Qualified First Aid/KPP), swimming card certification, event safety coverage for water sports and festivals, and preventive safety education programs targeted at schools and kindergartens. Operational technology includes motorboats, ice rescue gear, medical equipment, patrol communication systems, and the eWOPR electronic membership platform. Service delivery is supported by a network of trained volunteer lifeguards, instructors, and inter-organizational partnerships with entities such as the Regionalne Centrum Bezpieczeństwa and Fundacja Otylii Jędrzejczak.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid non-profit model combining modest course fees (30-60 PLN for swimming cards such as 'Już pływam' and 'Karta pływacka'), recurring government subsidies from the Marshal's Office of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, and donations from corporate sponsors including Grupa Storex and public contributors. Customer segments span the general public (rescue and safety recipients), educational institutions (kindergarten and school safety workshops), event organizers (regattas, festivals), and aspiring lifeguards (certification training). Distribution is regional and primarily delivered through direct on-water patrols, on-site training at partner institutions, and course enrollment at WOPR facilities. The organization holds no public listing and has no private equity, venture capital, or other ownership backing.

Name

Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe

Legal name

Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe Województwa Warmińsko-Mazurskiego w Olsztynie

Website

https://wopr.olsztyn.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

WOPR Województwa Warmińsko-Mazurskiego is a non-profit volunteer water rescue organization in northern Poland providing seasonal patrols on Lake Ukiel, lifeguard and first aid training, event safety coverage, and public water safety education.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water Rescue Services

akta.pro primary industry

WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) Organizations (HLAJAKAI)

Keywords

• Water rescue services
• Lifeguard training courses
• Water safety education
• Qualified first aid
• Ice rescue operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Olsztyn

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Training Course Fees: WOPR charges fees for water rescue training courses including lifeguard certification, instructor courses, and swimming card examinations. Fee structure includes 30 PLN for 'Już pływam' card, 40 PLN for standard swimming card, and 60 PLN for special swimming card.
2. Government Subsidies: The organization receives co-financing from the Marshal's Office of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship (Urząd Marszałkowski Województwa Warmińsko-Mazurskiego) for operational activities.
3. Donations and Support: WOPR receives support from corporate partners such as Grupa Storex and public donations through charitable events and community support activities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

WOPR is a volunteer water rescue organization providing water and ice rescue operations on Lake Ukiel and other waterways in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. The organization delivers volunteer lifeguard training courses, instructor certification, qualified first aid (KPP) training, safety education programs in schools, swimming card certification, and event safety coverage. Revenue is derived from training course fees, government subsidies, and public donations.

Product overview

Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe (WOPR) is a voluntary water rescue organization offering a portfolio of core services centered on water safety and emergency response. The primary offerings include water rescue operations with staffed patrols on Lake Ukiel during the summer season, comprehensive water rescuer training courses leading to certification, advanced instructor training programs, and Qualified First Aid (KPP) training. The organization also provides safety education programs including the 'Kruchy Lód – Kruche Życie' winter safety campaign, public awareness initiatives for schools and kindergartens, and professional event safety coverage for water sports competitions. Supporting services include the eWOPR electronic membership system and swimming card certification. All services operate under the WOPR brand and are coordinated through the regional headquarters in Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Water Rescue Services Core rescue operations on water bodies including lakes, rivers, and pools. Trained volunteer rescuers provide emergency response, patrol services, and lifesaving interventions during the operational season for the general public.
• Water Rescuer Training Courses Training programs for individuals seeking to become qualified water rescuers (Ratownik Wodny), including theoretical and practical instruction in rescue techniques, first aid, and water safety. Training leads to recognized certification for aspiring lifeguards.
• Water Rescue Instructor Course Advanced training program for qualified rescuers to become instructors (Instruktor Ratownictwa Wodnego) in water rescue, requiring pedagogical preparation and specialized certifications. Aimed at experienced rescuers seeking instructional credentials.
• Qualified First Aid (KPP) Training Qualified First Aid courses (Kwalifikowana Pierwsza Pomoc) providing advanced first aid training and certification for rescuers and medical personnel. Includes resuscitation training and standardized first aid certification.
• Safety Education Programs Public education initiatives including the 'Kruchy Lód – Kruche Życie' (Fragile Ice – Fragile Life) winter safety campaign, kindergarten and school visits, and community safety awareness programs for schools, kindergartens, and the general public.
• Event Safety Coverage Professional rescue and safety coverage services for water sports events, regattas, swimming marathons, and community festivals including the Lake Ukiel area. Provided to event organizers on a contracted basis.
• Swimming Card Certification Issuance of swimming certification cards including 'Już pływam' (Already Swimming), standard swimming cards, and special swimming cards for verified swimming proficiency. Pricing: 30 PLN for 'Już pływam', 40 PLN for standard swimming card, 60 PLN for special swimming card.
• eWOPR System Electronic membership and registration system for WOPR members, enabling centralized membership management and administrative processes across the WOPR national network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hundreds of lifeguards trained and certified over decades of operation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• Grupa StorexsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 February 2026Grupa Storex is a supporting partner of WOPR Olsztyn. The company has provided sponsorship for rescue teams participating in competitions, including the 2025 Rypin Rescue Championships and the XVII National Championships in Qualified First Aid in Barczewo. Storex has also supported various training and competition activities.
• Urząd Marszałkowski Województwa Warmińsko-MazurskiegocoreOthersThe Marshal's Office of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship co-finances the activities of WOPR Województwa Warmińsko-Mazurskiego, providing essential operational funding for rescue services and training programs in the region.
• Fundacja Otylii JędrzejczaksupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the Otylia Jędrzejczak Foundation on the 'Zero jest OK – bezpiecznie nad wodą' (Zero is OK - safe by water) project, which includes a free online course on safe winter swimming (morsowanie) developed in cooperation with water police and WOPR Legionowo.
• Regionalne Centrum BezpieczeństwasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerWOPR collaborates with the Regional Security Center on safety education initiatives such as the 'Bezpieczny Olsztyn' festival, combining resources for public safety awareness campaigns.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Tatrzańskie Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe (TOPR): TOPR is Poland's volunteer mountain rescue organization, sharing WOPR's exact organizational archetype: voluntary rescuers, government co-financing, training programs, and elected board governance. Directly comparable on volunteer structure, funding model, and emergency-services mission.
• Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM): SNSM is France's volunteer sea rescue organization, staffed by unpaid lifeguards conducting rescue operations, training, and public safety education. Comparable to WOPR in its dependence on volunteers, government co-financing, and training/revenue diversification through certified courses.
• Koninklijke Nederlandse Redding Maatschappij (KNRM): KNRM is the Dutch volunteer sea rescue organization that operates rescue vessels, trains volunteer crews, and conducts water safety education. Its volunteer governance, mixed funding (government plus donations), and integrated training program closely parallel WOPR's structure.
• Deutsche Lebens-Rettungs-Gesellschaft (DLRG): DLRG is Germany's national volunteer water rescue and lifesaving organization, providing lifeguard training, public water safety education, and rescue operations. Its volunteer-driven, training-centric, public-education-heavy structure directly mirrors WOPR's operating model in a neighboring European market.
• Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA): SLSA is Australia's volunteer surf lifesaving organization, combining volunteer patrols, certified training, public education, and government support. It is a strong analogue to WOPR for lifeguard certification, event safety coverage, and community education revenue.
• Górskie Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe (GOPR): GOPR is Poland's volunteer mountain rescue service covering the Sudetes and Beskids, with the same volunteer-driven, government-co-financed, training-and-rescue hybrid model as WOPR. Highly comparable on operational structure, funding mix, and public safety mission.
• Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI): The RNLI is the UK's volunteer lifeboat and water rescue charity, operating with a near-identical model to WOPR: trained volunteer crews, lifeguard training, public education, and reliance on donations plus government support. It is the most internationally recognized peer for WOPR's volunteer water rescue and drowning-prevention mission.
• Związek Ochotniczych Straży Pożarnych RP (OSP ZG): OSP is the Polish national association of volunteer fire departments, sharing WOPR's volunteer governance model, government co-financing, training pipeline, and joint exercises (WOPR has trained with OSP Kieźliny on ice rescue). Closest structural peer within Poland.

Broad incumbents

• International Life Saving Federation (ILS): ILS is the global umbrella body for water rescue organizations, of which WOPR Olsztyn is a linked member on its website. Relevant as the federation that sets training standards and enables international certification pathways that WOPR's programs could leverage.
• ILS Europe (ILSE): ILSE is the European branch of the International Life Saving Federation and is also linked from WOPR Olsztyn's website. Comparable as the regional coordination body governing European water rescue standards, training certifications, and cross-border programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/WOPROLSZTYN
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCb05qsGm-GCr-G6lQE9iH1A
• Facebookfacebook.com/woprolsztyn
• Instagraminstagram.com/woprolsztyn
• TikToktiktok.com/@woprolsztyn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wodne-ochotnicze-pogotowie-ratunkowe

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Wodne Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe