Whitewater Rescue Courses
Rescue 3 Accredited
Overview
Through our partner Wild Education Tasmania, a Rescue 3 training provider, we are able to offer Internationally Accredited Swiftwater & Whitewater Rescue Courses. These courses are better suited to outdoor educators, river guides and recreational paddlers.
These courses are crafted to equip individuals with the necessary skills and expertise to handle challenging swiftwater and whitewater scenarios. Led by highly trained and experienced instructors, these are immersive training programs that combine theoretical knowledge with practical hands-on exercises in real-world settings.
Learn how to assess risks, navigate through turbulent water, utilise essential equipment, and execute effective rescue manoeuvres in fast-moving and unpredictable white water environments. Enhance your confidence and competence in swift water rescue, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of yourself and those under your care.
There are 2 courses that best match the requirements of the outdoor education, river guiding and recreational paddling communities.
Whitewater Rescue Technician Professional
Whitewater Rescue Technician Recreational
WHITEWATER RESCUE TRAINING
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Whitewater Rescue Technician - Professional (WRT-Pro)
DURATION: 3 Days
OVERVIEW: A course designed for professional river users who require rescue capabilities in whitewater environments, e.g. outdoor educators, raft guides, safety kayakers.
PRE-REQUITSITES:
Prior river experience
Must be a confident swimmer
Minimum age: 18QUALIFICATION VALID FOR: 3 years
COST: $790
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Whitewater Rescue Technician - Recreational (WRT-Rec)
DURATION: 2 Days
OVERVIEW: A course designed for recreational paddlers who wish to have rescue capabilities while paddling or in whitewater environments with their peers. A course suitable for outdoor assistants, recreational rafters, kayakers and pack-rafters.
PRE-REQUITSITES:
Must be a confident swimmer
Minimum age: 18QUALIFICATION VALID FOR: 3 years
COST: $650