This is an intensive three-day class. One day of classroom instruction is followed by 2 days developing and practicing water rescue skills. Objectives emphasize developing self-rescue skills, utilizing existing water dynamics, and handling hazards and obstacles. Participants will set up technical rope systems, controlling in-water contact rescues, and much more. Information from this course is applicable to anyone confronted with potential water rescue, as well as the possibility of self-rescue.
Prerequisites include being in good physical condition and having a basic ability to swim.
Required equipment includes full wetsuit or drysuit, a USCG approved life jacket, whitewater helmet, and booties or tennis shoes. Gloves and fins are optional. Students are encouraged to bring their own rescue gear to practice with.
- Students are encouraged to bring their own personal gear, however Wave Trek Rescue has some gear available for classes—check availability.
- Course location: Index, WA
- The class for March 13-15th is full.
- The class for April 10-12th will be at the Stillaguamish River.
- The May 11-13th course is a part of the 2009 Washington State S.A.R. Conference. Location will be at the Cowlitz River.
- The class on May 26-28 will be hosted in Yakima.
- The May 22-24th course will be hosted in the Puyallup river.
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