Swiftwater Rescue Classes – Level Up Kayak School

bonus level 01.

River Ready: Your Intro to Swiftwater

Bonus Level 01: River Ready

This isn’t just a course. It’s a standard. Whitewater paddling is fun, but it’s also real. River Ready is a no-fluff, hands-on swiftwater safety course designed to give you the essential skills every paddler should have before they’re deep in the flow. Whether you’re just starting out kayaking, or you’ve been on the water for […]

bonus level 01. River Ready

Details

Pricing

$360

Available Dates

2026

Skills Covered

Topics

Self-rescue and personal safety
Throw rope use and swimmer rescues
Wading techniques
Live bait rescues
Basic mechanical advantage
Basic rope systems
And more!

bonus level 02.

Swiftwater Lab: Your Next Level

Bonus Level 02: Swiftwater Lab

Custom. Practical. Next-Level Swiftwater Skills. Swiftwater Lab is a one-day, scenario-driven rescue course built for paddlers who want to take their river safety skills to the next level. Designed as a progression from our River Ready course—or for those with prior swiftwater training—this class focuses entirely on real-life scenarios, boat-based rescues, and the specific challenges […]

level 02.

Details

Pricing

$225

available dates

2026

Skills Covered

Topics

Anything you want!
Customized scenario training based on participant goals
Emphasis on realistic, dynamic problem solving
Advanced throw rope work
Group communication
Primarily boat-based