Swift Water Rescue Courses

Prepare for the unexpected with our Swift Water Rescue courses. Learn essential skills and techniques to ensure safety and effective responses in any situation, safeguarding yourself and others during river adventures.
Skills You'll Learn
Rescue philosophy, prevention, mechanical advantage, tactical response, and more.
Skill Levels Offered

Swift Water Rescue

You can’t prevent stuff from happening but you can know how to respond when it does. The most important part of river recreation is knowing how to rescue yourself or others if the situation calls for it. Learn skills and techniques to ensure that you, your adventure buddies, and your fellow outdoor enthusiasts all make it home safely. Whether you need a refresher course or want to make sure your entire team is on the same page, we offer safety education for all levels of proficiency. Book now – email for pricing and availability.

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What our Paddlers Say

I recently joined SVRP for a two-day course on whitewater rescue and safety. It was incredible! I think the better term would be an "immersive experience" that Noah facilitated, creating a safe learning environment that was just as much fun as it was engaging and insightful. He was professional and clearly knew what he was teaching, he made sure that everyone was engaged and having fun, ensuring that the two days didn't feel like one long class filled with nothing but rules & principles. We were very pleasantly surprised when we found ourselves at some (comfortably) fast waters with a small dam that introduced some whitewater (which I may or may not have floated through ~25 times and whenever possible). We got to practice maneuvers ourselves, at first, with some help but then completely independently. I could not recommend Noah as an instructor enough and would be excited to join him again soon, in different activities. He truly makes you feel empowered to "Pick Your Paddle!" For someone who has limited experience being on moving water—admittedly, even afraid of it—I was proud of how comfortable I grew to be with it, and I have Noah to thank for that. One of the few times I’ve wished that I could grant more than five stars!!
David “DQ” Quinn

FAQs

How long are lessons?

A standard half-day lesson is 4 hours (8:00 am -12:00 pm  or 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm). Time includes shuttles and gearing up/dressing down. Actual on-water time is about 3 hours.

What do I need to bring?
  • Come wearing outdoor/athletic clothing (no cotton or jeans) and shoes with straps or laces that can get wet (no flip-flops).
  • Bring your own water and snacks.
  • All necessary gear and safety equipment will be provided for each excursion free of charge.
  • Other gear and safety equipment available for rent upon request.
What are the experience levels of lessons?
  • Introductory: Develop water safety, equipment knowledge, and general paddling concepts.
  • Intermediate: I understand the basics but now am working on the skills.
  • Advanced: I have the skills and am interested in challenging them to build accuracy.
  • Custom: Have something specific you'd like to work on? Reach out and I can offer a custom lesson based on your goals.

Still have questions?

Have other questions or want to find out about custom lessons? Please reach out. We'd love to help.