River Kayaking Level 1 Skills

Aim
The River Kayaking Level 1 course is designed to introduce participants to the thrill of paddling in moving or 'white' water. Emphasis is placed on understanding the principles of moving water and kayaking safety.

Prerequisites
Certification: Flatwater Kayaking course or equivalent skills with the permission of the course director.
Participants are encouraged to take a Basic First Aid Course.

Course Length
8 hours minimum

Class ratio
1 instructor: 6 participants

Conditions
All manoeuvres are to be performed on Class 1-2 Moving Water.

Overview of River Kayaking Level 1 Skills

Rescue Skills

Paddling Skills

Knowledge
  • Self Rescue
  • Retrieving a Swamped Kayak
  • Bow Rescue
  • Throw Bag Rescue
  • Rolling
  • River Signals
  • Forward ferry
  • Eddy turn
  • S-Turn
  • Front Surf
  • Introductory Side Surf
  • Bow Draw
  • Introductory Duffek Stroke
  • High/low brace
  • Forward Stroke
  • Rudder Stroke
  • Boat Design and Construction
  • White Water Principles
  • River Reading
  • Trip Planning
  • Kayaking First Aid
  • Paddling Etiquette
  • Kayaking Resources

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