- Beginner
- Ages 16+
- Multi Day
- Guide Training, Instruction
The Swiftwater Rescue Level IV workshop teaches students to avoid common river hazard and practice self-rescue techniques as well as strategies for paddlers in distress.
The ACA Raft Instructor Certification Workshop includes two essential components:
Throughout the course, each candidate will demonstrate their skills as both a paddler and an instructor. Your Trainer will also give you feedback on your teaching ability and will work with you to develop your teaching skills to improve your effectiveness as a paddling instructor.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be eligible to apply to the ACA for Instructor status and may teach ACA raft curriculum (including Skills courses and Assessments).
In early 2014 the American Canoe Association (ACA) approved the curriculum for Raft Instructor IDW (Instructor Development Workshop) and ICE (Instructor Certification Exam) training. Download the curriculum here: ACA Raft Instructor Criteria 2014.
Here is a sample list of some of the many things we will cover during the ICW;
General Requirements for all Instructor Certifications:
The Swiftwater Rescue Level IV workshop teaches students to avoid common river hazard and practice self-rescue techniques as well as strategies for paddlers in distress.
Prepare for emergency situations that occur in moving water with the Swiftwater Rescue Technician (SRT1) training. This is a 3-day, intensive, hands-on course.
Our whitewater raft guide training teaches you everything you need to know to lead your own river trips in a fun, comprehensive, and safe environment.