ACA Swiftwater Rescue Skills
ACA Swiftwater Rescue Skills
Course Description
Being prepared as a paddler is an essential skill to learn and develop. Whitewater enthusiasts of all disciplines and skill levels, as well as guides and instructors, benefit from a rescue course. Build skills to manage risk on the river. Develop a rescue mindset and learn an assessment process to “get the big picture” in critical situations. Practice using rescue gear and simple to complex rescue techniques. This course combines an outdoor classroom with hands-on learning scenarios in whitewater.
Included
Swiftwater Rescue Instruction
ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue Certificate of Completion; accepted by most river outfitters, kayak schools, and outdoor programs
Rescue and river gear available upon request
Pre Course Resources
Duration
2-days
Location
Upper Colorado River, near Bond, CO | all others
St Vrain Whitewater Park, Lyons, CO | June 10th–11th, 2023
Prerequisites
18 years of age or older
Competent class II-III boater with solid self-rescue skills