Swiftwater and Rope Rescue Courses in Colorado

A DYNAMIC water rescue course specifically written and designed for river guides, private boaters, kayakers, pack rafters and other river users! Basic river skills are a prerequisite!

A DYNAMIC water rescue course specifically written and designed for river guides, private boaters, kayakers, pack rafters and other river users! Basic river skills are a prerequisite!

This Rescue 3 International Course is approximately 24-30 hours total with 8-10 hours of classroom and approximately 16-20 hours in the field. It is suggested that the class be held over 3 days, but it can be adjusted to fit shifts and other schedules.

An Internationally recognized water rescue certification that is written for Professional BOATERS, by Professional BOATERS. It is a fast-paced, scenario-based course designed to develop the ability to choose good actions when a river rescue is necessary.

This course integrates the most current technology and research on rope rescue from throughout the world and utilizes “discovery learning” to teach skills necessary to safely effect technical rope rescues in environments ranging from simple over-the-bank situations to vertical cliff and structure rescues.

This 2 day workshop provides independent verification of a student’s qualification as a water technician as required under NFPA Standard 1006.

Dvorak Expeditions (DVK) has an internationally recognized 14- day raft guide training program to help you learn the technical skills, strokes, and maneuvers needed to become a proficient whitewater rafting guide.

Dvorak Expeditions (DVK) has an internationally recognized 14- day raft guide training program to help you learn the technical skills, strokes, and maneuvers needed to become a proficient whitewater rafting guide.

The Teenage whitewater course is designed to teach the value of river wilderness, ecology, minimum impact camping, preservation of these resources, and encourage strong self-esteem.

Join our Arkansas River inflatable kayak lesson. It is a popular water sport that can provide a fun and easy activity for a day on the water.

If you are interested in learning how to kayak or raft in Colorado, this is for you. Explore the most spectacular white water in the world!

Our Arkansas River kayak or raft private lesson is Perfect for honing your skills or working on a specific skill that you are weak in – rolling, paddle strokes, balance skills etc.

An intro to SUPing and the mechanics of your board and paddle. Paddle strokes, footwork, edging, bracing, turning, and how to effectively use your body in an efficient manner.

The legendary Colorado River, over 1400 miles long, starts just above Little Gore Canyon. This is one of the first boatable sections of the river. Alpine scenery, historic points, hot springs and milder whitewater make this a great family trip and all within an easy drive from Denver.