White Water Safety with Jon Best Coaching in River Rapids
Difficulty
intermediate
Duration
2 days (approximately 16 hours)
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition with paddling experience
Overview
Boost your paddling skills and confidence on grade 2-3 rivers with Jon Best Coaching’s comprehensive White Water Safety course. Learn rescue techniques, emergency planning, and more through practical, hands-on training.
White Water Safety
2 Days • BCAB Endorsed Training • 20 PUK CPD Points
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About This Adventure
Join the White Water Safety course for an immersive two-day experience designed for paddlers of all levels. Learn essential skills in emergency planning, equipment rescues, and more, while gaining the confidence to navigate grade 2(3) rivers. Connect with fellow enthusiasts and enhance your paddling journey in a supportive environment.
Duration: Two Days
This course will support you to consider safe practices, provide practical solutions to common issues and appropriate responses to incidents, providing peace of mind when venturing out onto the rivers.
This 2 day course is aimed at those paddling as peers and covers a range of topics that include emergency planning & procedures, chase boating, equipment rescues and scenarios and much more.This course is designed to support paddlers to be independent participants on grade 2(3) white water rivers. Paddlers can access the course with their preferred craft which can include kayaks, rafts, canoes and stand up paddleboards.
The White-Water Safety course is a 2-day programme that consists of 9 modules. This can be delivered in a weekend or modular, over a maximum of an eight-week period to suit you.
There will be opportunities to develop and progress your own paddling skills and meet like-minded people during the course. Many of our course candidates develop long lasting friendships, connections and contacts.
Please note, this course replaced the White Water Safety and Rescue course (WWSR) on the 1st November 2023, however both the WWS and WWSR are recognised as pre requisites for the relevant qualifications e.g White Water Leader, Raft Guide Grade 2 etc.
WHITE WATER SAFETY AND RESCUE (WWS) TRAINING COURSE OUTLINE
- Motivations and Decisions
- River Trip
- Emergency planning & procedures
- Review and reflections
- Chase boating and equipment rescues
- Swimming and rescues
- Retrieving people and equipment
- Extracting methods
- Review and reflections
Additional Information
There is no need to register for this training course.
Adventure Tips
Arrive prepared
Bring appropriate water gear, including a helmet, life jacket, and wetsuit if necessary.
Know your limits
Ensure you have intermediate paddling experience before taking this advanced safety course.
Practice rescue techniques
Review basic rescue skills beforehand to maximize your learning during the course.
Communicate clearly
Effective communication during rescue drills is crucial for safety and coordination.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bald eagles
- River otters
History
This region has a long history of white-water paddling dating back to the 1980s, making it a popular destination for river enthusiasts.
Conservation
Jon Best Coaching emphasizes sustainable paddling practices and Leave No Trace principles to protect river ecosystems.
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Adventure Hotspots in Bozeman
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Helmet
Protects your head during rapid descents and rescue practices.
Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
Keeps you afloat and is required safety gear for white water paddling.
Wetsuit or drysuit
Provides insulation and protection in colder water conditions.
spring|fall|winter specific
Waterproof gloves
Helps maintain grip and dexterity in chilly water conditions.
spring|fall|winter specific