Whitewater Kayak Grade 2 Skills Course – Ideal for Adventure Racers

$635.00

Designed for those paddlers that seek to ensure that they have the knowledge and skills to safely and competently undertake a journey without Guide or  instructor supervision.

This is often a pre-requisite for Adventure races.

December 8-10th 2023
Most likely will be hosted on the Nymboida river, NSW
Based at Nymboida Camping & Canoe centre
or alternatively on the Upper Boorimbah/Clarence river
Based at the Clarence River Wilderness Lodge
*Location will be confirmed prior to the event after we have assessed river conditions and recent rainfall

You will also need to register and complete a form through Paddle Australia

Description

The holder of this qualification has demonstrated the skills and knowledge to personally paddle a Kayak on Grade 2 Whitewater. This is often a pre-requisite for Adventure races.

Designed for those paddlers that seek to ensure that they have the knowledge and skills to safely and competently undertake a journey without Guide or  instructor supervision.

Course Duration: Training Course:2 days, Assessment:1 day

December 8-10th 2023

Pre requisites: NIL, However to gain the qualification a minimum logbook is required, these requirements can be found in the Assessment Guidelines. Please pay particular attention to the logbook requirements that need to be logged in your Paddlelog

You will also need to register with Paddle NSW

What Craft: You need to determine which craft you will be assessed in, as the qualification is craft specific.

Equipment: It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including craft, life jackets, paddles etc. However if you do require equipment:

Canoes, kayaks, sportsrafts, paddles, lifejackets and helmets can be hired from us if needed for the course

 

Assessment:

  • Practical: Completed through the training/assessment day
  • Quiz: An online quiz is made available to participants upon registration that needs to be completed prior to the practical program

Included in the cost is $20 Paddle Australia registration fee that provides 3 years membership.

Byo food, paddling and camping gear or accomodation is available nearby at the Nymboida Camping & Canoeing Centre.

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