The Whitewater Rescue Technician – Recreational course is a whitewater rescue training designed for paddlers, developed by the international Rescue 3 standardization body. The course focuses on self-rescue and safe whitewater navigation through hands-on exercises and practical training.
This course provides both practical exercises and theoretical knowledge, enhancing safety awareness and preparedness for water rescue situations. You will learn how to handle yourself in a whitewater environment and make your paddling trips safer.
Rescue 3 courses always offer up-to-date best practices in the industry, based on thorough research and testing. The participants must be confident swimmers with experience of water-based activities (rafting, canoeing, canyoning, sea level traversing etc.) and be minimum 18 years old.
Why Choose This Course?
- Develop rescue and first aid skills
- Enhance your ability to assess risks and plan ahead
- Learn to use equipment correctly
- Gain confidence in challenging conditions
- Acquire valuable skills for both rescue professionals and recreational paddlers
What you'll learn?
- Rescue 3 philosophy, training standards, and best practices
- River hydrology and hazards
- Personal and group equipment, technical gear
- Pre-trip planning and risk assessment
- Accident assessment and assisting injured persons
- Managing situations and environmental conditions
- Medical considerations in rescue scenarios
- Operating in low visibility or nighttime conditions
- Effective communication in rescue situations
- Whitewater swimming and capsizing recovery
- Throw bag use and rescue techniques
- People and equipment entrapments
- Line crossing methods
- Knots, anchors, and mechanical advantage systems
What should you bring?
- Your own paddling gear and necessary protective equipment
- Trail snack
- Drinking water
- Spare dry clothes
- Sunscreen
Price Includes
- All tuition (In English)
- Use of any specialist rescue equipment.
- Rescue 3 Certification & teaching materials.
- All transfers to course locations
Price Excludes
- Personal safety equipment
FAQ
What kind of personal safety equipment is needed? What if I don't have those?
- Drysuit
- Thermal suit
- Footwear
- Helmet
- Personal flotation device
- Neoprene gloves
What is the cancellation policy?
- Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 14 days or less before the event.
Please note
- A participant must be a confident swimmer, with experience of water-based activities (rafting, canoeing, canyoning, sea level traversing etc.)
- Minimum age: 18
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