Rescue & River Professional Paddler Saftey & Rescue KentuckyWhitewater Home

 
  Our swiftwater rescue options include courses for paddlers, river professionals and rescue professionals.  With varying levels of skill in each discipline we can offer you the rescue course that fits your needs and desires.  Click the link above for more information on the rescue classes or contact us today to find out info on your next class!  
  Our classes encompass the latest in rescue techniques some with video training including rescue footage and actual rescues/failures.  From the beginning kayaker to the rescue pro if you are going to be around water we have a course for you to make you and everyone around you safer.

                         Topics Include:

 
  Rescue Basics

Gear

Self Rescue

Hydrology

River Features

Risk Management

 

Incident Command System

Scene Management & Size up

Anchors & Knots

Mechanical Advantage

Low-head Dam Rescue

Rescue PFDs (Rescue Life Vests)

2010 Spring schedule:

August 12-13 and 21-22(charter class almost full)

Click here to contact or sign up today!

 
  Each class will be unique in location, material and length based on the needs of the students.  Our courses are generally taught in public recreational areas in or near the Cumberland Plateau Region of TN & KY on one of various potential sites.  Were flexible on what we are able to do for you!  
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