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Swift Water Rescue Courses
Certifications & river safety training
SWIFT WATER RESCUE OVERVIEW
Experience
- Whitewater
- On-land work
Logistics
- 2 days
- Locations Vary
- Food Included
Person
- Paddling experience required
- Ages 16+
- Weight 50-300 lbs
Price
- $365 Person
UPCOMING CLASSES
Do you want to bolster your safety and rescue knowledge in a whitewater environment? Take your Swiftwater Rescue from eNRG Kayaking! This two-day course covers the L4 curriculum under the American Canoe Association (ACA). We will cover everything from whitewater swimming to mechanical advantage, hydrology, rescue strategy, and more. Designed for Guides, First Responders, and Private Boaters alike.
Hot soup and sandwiches will be provided for lunch both days.
Semi-Drysuits available to rent upon request
All participants will receive a certificate of completion.
Join us for our Women’s Only course on April 5th and 6th, or our open enrollment course over Memorial Day weekend in May!
PREPARE FOR YOUR CLASS
AFTER BOOKING: Sign online waivers and share them with your fellow party members. Waivers must be filled out by each party member on every visit.
WHAT TO BRING: Water, sunscreen, drysuit, additional warmth layers / change of clothing based on weather, paddling gear, boat, throw bag, and knife.
WHERE TO GO: Locations Vary.
ARRIVAL TIME: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your start time. Parking may be limited so factor that into your arrival time.
WHAT WE PROVIDE: Please contact us if you need to rent any gear.
SWIFT WATER CLASS POLICIES
CUSTOMIZATION: Please call eNRG Kayaking at (503) 772 – 1122 for large groups or other special requests and exceptions.
RESTRICTIONS: No Alcohol allowed. Ages 16+. Must be at least 50 lbs.
WEATHER: Trips run rain or shine, except during extreme conditions including lightning, high winds, and excessive smoke onsite.
IF WE CANCEL: eNRG Kayaking reserves the right to postpone or cancel any trip due to inclement weather, under enrollment, or other unforeseen circumstances, and will issue a full refund in this instance.
IF YOU CANCEL: 7+ days notice – 75% refund or a $10 Fee to reschedule/get a voucher to another session. 72 hours- 7 days notice: 50% refund. 72-0 hours notice: No refund will be issued unless a replacement participant can be found.
We do not prorate tuition for days missed due to illness, injury, or inappropriate behavior.