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Advanced Kayaking Course

Advanced white-water kayaking course on the River Salza in Styria

Bunte Kajaks paddeln auf einem smaragdgrünen Fluss, aufgenommen aus der Vogelperspektive

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Advanced kayaking course on the Salza in Styria – Advanced white-water kayaking course

Our 3-day advanced kayaking course builds on the basics covered in the 2-day beginners’ course and is aimed at participants who already have some basic kayaking experience and wish to take their skills to an advanced level.

Over these three days, we will focus on consolidating basic techniques such as eddy turns, rope ferries and navigating exciting river sections up to whitewater level 2

The Salza in Styria, with its clear water and impressive scenery, offers perfect conditions for this course. Various sections of the river allow for training at different levels of difficulty, whilst enabling participants to enjoy the region’s beautiful natural surroundings.

Detailed information

Arrival & Introduction
Our 3-day advanced kayaking course builds on the basics covered in the 2-day beginners’ course.
Equipment & Preparation
You will be provided with all your kayaking equipment (wetsuit and shoes, helmet, lifejacket, spray skirt, paddle and kayak). We will then travel together to the training site.
Participant Profile
Have you already completed a 2-day beginners’ course or do you have a few days’ experience of white-water kayaking, but don’t quite feel ready for the advanced course yet? You should definitely be familiar with general techniques such as getting out of a capsized boat, basic strokes, eddy turns and rope ferries – we’ll start the first day of the course straight away with a section on the river.

Services included

3-day advanced course
Kayak instructor
All equipment:
White-water kayak, paddle, spray skirt, wetsuit, wetsuit jacket, wetsuit shoes, life jacket, helmet,
Transfer from Outdoorcamp Salza (we may need a second vehicle provided by participants to transport the equipment).

Course objectives

Learning basic techniques, such as eddy turns and rope ferries
Paddling on exciting stretches of river (up to WW 2)

Requirements

Swimmers
Minimum age 12
Maximum weight 130 kg

Accommodation options

If you’re looking for suitable accommodation: Right at the starting point of the tour is the Freelife Guesthouse, which offers cosy 2–4-bed rooms or dormitories, including breakfast.

Alternatively, the Freelife Apartments are available: two fully equipped apartments, each with two double bedrooms and a private kitchen, or two double bedrooms for a maximum of two people with a shared kitchen.

You can find our accommodation options here.

Außenansicht einer Unterkunft in der Freelife-Region in Tirol

FAQ

Do I need to be able to swim?
Yes, basic swimming skills are a prerequisite for taking part.
How old do I need to be?
You must be aged 12 or over to take part – see the ‘Requirements’ section.
What do I need to bring?
Swimwear, a towel. If you wear glasses, a glasses strap (also available to buy on site), and a snack for the lunch break
Does the course still take place in bad weather or rain?
Yes, the kayaking courses generally take place whatever the weather. Rain often makes the experience even more intense. In the event of extreme conditions (e.g. extreme high water levels, severe weather), we will contact you in advance. Should a tour have to be cancelled for safety reasons, no cancellation fees will apply.
What are the daily course times?
Courses start daily at 09:30 and, depending on group size, route and conditions, last until around 15:30.
Is there a minimum number of participants per course?
For a course to take place, we require at least 4 participants per session. Individuals or small groups are always welcome – we’ll group participants on site into suitable course groups so that you’re out on the water with other guests.
How many participants are there per group?
For beginners’ courses, there is a maximum of 8 participants per kayak instructor.
Are there any photos from the course?
Yes, we provide you with free photos via our photo server.
What happens to my valuables?
These can be safely left at our base.
Are there changing rooms and showers?
Yes, these facilities are available at our base.
Can I take part if I have physical limitations?
Please make sure to discuss any health or physical limitations with us in advance so that we can cater for your individual needs.

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