NOC Swiftwater Rescue
for Whitewater Paddlers

Geared toward the modern-day river runner, this course focuses on progressive and advanced skills while meeting and exceeding all ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue criteria. Our instructors go a step further teaching participants how to manage realistic river rescue situations that a paddler might experience using techniques performed with minimal equipment. 

Because of the intensity of this course, participants should consider the following prerequisites: 

• Participants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Be in good physical condition – this is an active course and participants will be swimming. 
• Be proficient in self-rescue and swimming in Class II Whitewater. 
• Be familiar with throwing and repacking rope. Please practice before your course begins. 
• Capable in craft of choice in Class III Whitewater. 
• Have a solid understanding of river reading and hydrology. 
• Be familiar with the following knots prior to the course: 
  • Figure Eight 
  • Figure Eight Double Loop 
  • Figure Eight Follow Loop 
  • Water Knot 
  • Double Fisherman 

*Discounts available through NOC Lodging and Restaurants

Included in Course: 

• All necessary specialty whitewater equipment 
• Lunch & In-Course Transportation 
• NOC’s highly trained, ACA certified instruction