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Whitewater Safety and Rescue
A 2 day course which is a must for all paddlers who paddle white water.
The main drive of the course is preventions, however, it will include solutions has well.
This practical based training allows you to apply new techniques and explore their limitations with a watchful eye to keep you safe. Remember train hard fight easy
We will cover:
- Paddling gear and safety equipment
- Safe leadership and protocols
- Safe and aggressive swimming / self rescue
- Shout, reach and throw bag rescues
- Use of a harness
- Attaching to anchors, belays and simple vector pulls
- Live bait rescue techniques
- Boat to swimmer techniques
- Kit retrival
- Foot entrapment rescue techniques
- Scenarios
Experience needed: grade 2 paddler
Book now to avoid disappointment!
Full Board at Ffynnon Wen. 6 places available.
Inclusive of meals and accommodation at Ffynnon Wen for the two days and use of all equipment. Transport is not included. There is an option for B&B before or after the course*
Once you have completed payment download this booking form, print it off, fill it in and send it to us to reserve your place on a course. If you are not paying with paypal please remember to include a cheque for the required amount.
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*If you would like Bed & Breakfast on the Friday night ring Kate or Pete on 01490 420349 to book at least 2 weeks prior to your course starting.
