Course: ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Update / Upgrade
Length: 2 Days [only first day shows on checkout]
Dates: Nov 1-2 Richmond VA
Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm each day
Price: $300
Class Size: 4 minimum – 5 maximum
The ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Update / Upgrade is intended for currently certified level 4 swiftwater rescue instructors who are maintaining their certification, or currently certified level 2-3 swiftwater rescue instructors who want to upgrade to level 4. Participants are responsible for reviewing ACA instructor criteria and certification maintenance before registering for the course. This course will review industry best practices, present pertinent ACA policy changes, and explore relevant discipline specific case-studies. Instructor candidates will practice and demonstrate instruction and feedback on teaching methods, rope and water rescue skills, group management, and risk management principles.
Participation doesn’t guarantee certification. To receive level 4 certification, candidates will be evaluated on their rope and water rescue skills, teaching, group management and professionalism. Certification is valid for four years and maintained through class reporting and participation in periodic updates.
This course will take place in class II whitewater. River locations on the James River in Richmond VA are dependent on water level and paddling competency.
Clients MUST meet the following general requirements:
– Current swiftwater rescue certification or equivalent ACA Level 4 SWR skills.
– American Canoe Association (ACA) Essential Eligibility Criteria
– Active American Canoe Association Membership + Instructor Fees
– Meet all ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Criteria [see ACA website]
Note: Once you have registered for a course, we’ll send you a confirmation email and a course details pack. Course details will include our liability waiver and release from, medical history form, course outline, packing list, meeting times and locations, and instructor contact information.
Packing List:
– River clothing, appropriate layers, closed toe shoes
– Drysuit or wetsuit is recommended for cold water.
– Neoprene gloves and booties recommended for cold water
– Helmet
– PFD / life jacket
– Water bottle and snacks
– Self care items
– Dry clothes
– Folding chair
– Personal paddling equipment (boat, skirt, paddle, etc.)
Contact Information Karl Schmidt
falllineriverschool@gmail.com