This course provides participants with an introduction to whitewater paddling primarily on Class I and II rapids. It is a course designed for those with little or no experience in whitewater but some basic canoeing skills.
Emphasis is on tandem and solo canoeing skills, understanding whitewater principles and safety.
All the basic whitewater skills are taught in this course. Level IA certification is available upon completion of the tandem requirements. The course is run over four days to allow participants the opportunity to practice the skills they have been taught. All participants should have the ORCA Level I certification before enrolling in this course. Successful completion of this course represents the highest canoeing skill level within the Moving Water discipline.