Intermediate Kayak Course – Whitewater

Intermediate Kayak Course – Whitewater

 

 R950.00p/p (Instruction only). One night’s camping accommodation on the banks of the Palmiet River is included.

Held on a variety of rivers, depending on group skill level and water levels, this course is aimed at the paddler who has the basic skills in place. The weekend course focuses on advanced paddling techniques, playing the river and Swift water safety and rescue for kayakers. Maximum of 6 per group.Topics covered include the following:

1. Adveanced Paddling techniques and stroke work

2. Rolling and recovery in white water

3. Reading whitewater and choosing lines. Hazards and features

4. Safety and Rescue Techniques including ropework, boat recovery and whitewater swimming

5. Hole surfing and recovery