MEET THE RIVER
Intro to Whitewater Kayaking
On this four day course you will be immersed [literally] in the river. We'll teach you basic whitewater kayaking skills, rolling, good paddling technique and river reading skills that will develop your independence on the river. If you've never paddled before or are a beginner seeking help, this course will help move you forward. We use pool sessions, video and and lots of underwater time to develop and enhance your skills.
Cost: $995 *
CATCH THE WAVE
Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking
If you already know that kayaking is life and the rest is detail, this course has some great hints for a long and happy life on the river. We'll set you on course for a 100% roll and teach you to "power up the blade" for improved boat placement. More advanced river reading and picking the right trip For you are also covered. We aim to see you becoming independent, confident river runners; out there having a blast - surfing the wave.
Cost: $995 *
MAKE THE MOVE
Advanced Whitewater Kayaking
This course is about making the move consistently, having a bombproof roll, hole-playing in control, and confidently running harder whitewater. Take on the key skills that will help you make the move to higher grades.
Cost: $995 *
3RD POINT
Rodeo Skills, Freestyle Kayaking
Screw ups, barrel rolls, the elusive third point, controlled flat spins - it's all in your head! To get the most from this clinic you need a solid roll [preferably both sides] and the right tool for the job. Plug in [ears and nose] to our instructors' groove as they urge you to the next level of boat control.
Cost: $495
WEST COAST
Instructional Guiding
Advanced river reading, "boofing" safely and rescue skills are covered as we brush up your skills in Murchison and then head to Hokitika. This course will help you get the most from the challenge presented by the world class rivers of the West Coast.
Cost: POA
See the dates our kayak courses are running at the end of this page.
REFRESHER COURSES
Have you attended one of our whitewater courses and wish to check in on how you are progressing? Ensure you don't develop any bad habits by joining us on a 2 day refresher course.
Cost: $495
RIVER SAFETY LEVEL 1 AND 2
The level 1 course looks at boat and equipment design, basic knots and pulley systems, boat to boat rescues, throwbagging, boat extraction and swimming in water up to grade 3. Even victims need to be highly trained!
The level 2 course covers more advanced ropework such as abseiling, tyroleans, telfers and complex pulley systems. We also look at methods of extracting you and your boat from big holes! If you are into "epic" prevention this is the course For you. Sign up before your next trip to the West Coast. For $295 both courses include the cost of the use of rescue jackets and throwbags.
NZRCA / NZOIA INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Do you want to be a professional instructor or improve your ability to help your friends or clubmates? This course looks at strokes, rolling, teaching situations, use of video camera analysis, river trips, instructor rescues; plus we advise you on your personal paddling in relation to NZOIA standards. The $495 cost includes accomodation, use of video camera and television and swimming pool sessions.
CUSTOMISED COURSES AND GUIDING
Design your own course. Whether you have a group of friends who want a course with a specific theme or you want a 1:1 session contact us and we will make it happen.
Custom Kayaking Trips are available in both New Zealand and the USA!
* Cost is based on a 1:4 instructor:client ratio. Cost includes instruction, accommodation, video analysis, swimming pool sessions and transport around Murchison.
All prices are in $NZ and include GST @ 12.5%. We accept Visa/ Mastercard for deposits and payment.
COURSE DATES 2018 / 2019
September 2018
Sept 15-16 WWCC Instructor Training
October 2018
Oct 4-7 NZOIA Symposium
Oct 6-7 NZOIA/WWNZ instructor training
Oct 6-7 Multisport weekend Part one
Oct 12 Staff reunion dinner
Oct 13 Mick's 70th Birthday. Friends and former clients all welcome.
Oct 21-24 Multisport weekend Part two.
Oct 20-23 Meet the River
Oct 20-23 Catch the Wave
Oct 20-23 Make the Move
Oct 27-30 Meet the River
Oct 27-30 Catch the Wave
Oct 27-30 Make the Move
Oct 27-30 Boater Babes
November 2018
Nov 3-6 Meet the River
Nov 3-6 Catch the Wave
Nov 3-6 Make the Move
Nov 10-11 UCCC Rescue
Nov 10-13 Meet the River
Nov 10-13 Catch the Wave
Nov 10-11 River Rescue
Nov 16-19 Meet the River
Nov 16-19 Catch the Wave
Nov 16-19 Make the Move
Nov 24-25 River Rescue
Nov 24-27 Meet the River
Nov 24-27 Catch the Wave
Nov 24-27 Make the Move
Nov 24-25 River Safety
December 2018
Dec 1-4 Meet the River
Dec 1-4 Catch the Wave
Dec 1-4 Make the Move
Dec 8-11 Meet the River
Dec 8-11 Catch the Wave
Dec 8-11 Make the Move
Dec 15-18 Teacher's skill course
Dec 15-18 Meet the River
Dec 15-18 Catch the Wave
Dec 15-18 Make the Move
Dec 19-22 Meet the River
Dec 19-22 Catch the Wave
Dec 19-22 Make the Move
Dec 27-28 NZOIA/WWNZ Kayak 2 training
Dec 27-30 Meet the River
Dec 27-30 Catch the Wave
Dec 27-30 Make the Move
January 2019
Jan 2-3 NZOIA/WWNZ Kayak 1 training
Jan 2-5 Meet the River
Jan 2-5 Catch the Wave
Jan 2-5 Make the Move
Jan 6-7 River Rescue
Jan 6-9 Meet the River
Jan 6-9 Catch the Wave
Jan 6-9 Make the Move
Jan 12-15 Meet the River
Jan 12-15 Catch the Wave
Jan 12-15 Make the Move
Jan 14-16 First Descents.
Jan 12-16 Annual Kid's Course.
Jan 19-22 Meet the River
Jan 19-22 Catch the Wave
Jan 19-22 Make the Move
Jan 24-27 Meet the River
Jan 24-27 Catch the Wave
Jan 24-27 Feb Make the Move
February 2019
Feb 2-5 Meet the River
Feb 2-5 Catch the Wave
Feb 2-5 Make the Move
Feb 2-5 West Coast
Feb 11-15 Expedition Medicine Course
Feb 16-17 River Safety
Feb 16-19 Meet the River
Feb 16-19 Catch the Wave
Feb 16-19 Make the Move
Feb 23- 24 Bullerfest
Feb 25- March 2 St. Hilda’s
March 2019
Mar 6-8 Rangiora High School
Mar 9-12 Meet the River
Mar 9-12 Catch the Wave
Mar 13-15 Rangiora High School
Mar 16-19 Meet the River
Mar 16-19 Catch the Wave
Mar 16-19 Make the Move
Mar 23-26 Meet the River
Mar 23-26 Catch the Wave
Mar 23-26 Make the Move
April 2019
Mar 30- Apr 2 Meet the River
Mar 30 Apr 2 Catch the Wave
Mar 30-Apr 2 Make the Move
Apr 6-9 Meet the River
Apr 6-9 Catch the Wave
Apr 6-9 Make the Move
Apr 13-16 Meet the River
Apr 13-16 Catch the Wave
Apr 13-16 Make the Move
Apr 19-22 Meet the River
Apr 19-22 Catch the Wave
Apr 19-22 Make the Move
