Aqua Survival Skills - Swift Water Training - DAY COURSE (beginners, up-skilling & advanced skills)

Experience the ultimate introduction to swift water safety and self-rescue with our Aqua Survival Skills Day Course. Designed for paddlers of all levels, this guided training provides essential knowledge and hands-on practice to navigate rivers, lakes, and estuaries safely. Learn to identify hazards, perform defensive swimming, self-rescue, assisted rescue, and watercraft re-entry techniques under the guidance of expert instructors. The course also covers land-based theory including reading water, meteorology, first aid in survival situations, hypothermia prevention, sun safety, and effective use of personal flotation devices. Gain the confidence to enjoy whitewater adventures on Australia’s longest-mapped whitewater trail while feeling secure in your skills and knowledge.

Led by qualified and experienced local guides, this course explores the Nymboida and Boyd Rivers, offering a mix of thrilling rapids and tranquil pools amid diverse flora and fauna. Participants may spot native wildlife such as platypus, rock wallabies, wombats, lyrebirds, and colorful dragonflies while developing practical skills in a safe and supportive environment. Suitable for beginners, intermediates, and advanced paddlers, the program can be tailored to your team’s needs. Whether joining for personal growth or as a safety prerequisite for future whitewater adventures, you will leave equipped with essential knowledge, practical experience, and a sense of confidence on the water.