Courses & Clinics are educational base with the premise to teach SUP skills, techniques, teaching methods,water safety, environmental stewardship and leadership skills. Courses & Clinics include: Swiftwater rescue, SUP skill & technique, landlock/ river surf and SUP yoga instructor trainings. Click on the Book Button to see the 2020 offerings.
*Video Analysis to be viewed during and after the clinic to help you understand what you need to work on and what you’re KICKING ASS AT!
*Connections to other paddlers in your community to paddle and adventure with.
*Discounts at your local GJ SUP shop to help you prepare and be set up for all your adventures both on and off the water!
*Board~ We recommend a board specifically designed for river surfing. Like the Badfish iSK8, WAVO, or IRS. If you have questions on whether your board is right for the clinic feel free to message us directly (GJ SUP also has board rentals available for $25)
*QUICK RELEASE LEASH ONLY or no leash (GJ SUP has rentals for $5) ~ GJ SUP also has some available for sell
*PFD (Personal Floatation Device)~ GJ SUP has rentals for $5
*Helmet ~ GJ SUP has rentals for $5
*Whistle~ We use the Fox40 (We have extra available to use if you don’t have one)
*Drysuit or Wetsuit (if you are warm, you will be more empowered to try new things and go beyond your comfort zone)
*Water shoes that cover your toes and with a good flat sole
*Water
*G-Form Pads. The more protected you are, the more you will be excited to try new things
*Re-usable water bottle & snacks
*Sunscreen
*Neoprene gloves
*Waterproof cameras
*Ear plugs (preferably plugs you are able to hear well out of)
*Sunglasses and hat for sun protection when on shore
~If you have any questions on the course, gear, or need recommendations please reach out to GJ SUP or Brittany (brittanyparkerco@gmail.com)
~You are responsible for your own lunch and lodging
~If you would like to support a local restaurant, Edgewater Brewery is within walking distance of the park.
Join RVR 2 RVR for a river surfing clinic at the new Las Colonias Park. We will cover everything from gear, safety, and hydrology to popping up, weight distribution, and making/connecting turns.
~Introduction, Expectations & Logistics
~Personal Equipment & Safety Gear
~Board & Fins (anatomy & set up)
~Paddling Environment (Hydrology)
~Wind, water & waves
~Personal Preparation
~Personal ability, swimming ability, safety and rescue considerations, etiquette
~ Anatomy of a wave
~ River wave surfing strategies & Techniques
~ Catch the wave
~ Pop-up
~ Stance and weight distribution
~ Surfing the wave (control, vision patterns, turning, connecting turns, and movement on the board)
~Conclusion & Wrap UP
WE ARE EXCITED TO PADDLE WITH YOU! Thank you for your interest, we hope to see you soon!
~RVR 2 RVR and GJ SUP
The Advance Boater River Operations class educates those that intend to recreate in whitewater conditions on single or multiple day trips. This class builds on the Private Boater Awareness class and educates boaters on emergency situations, boat and swimmer rescues and bot rigging. This class emphasizes the technical aspects of white water boating and prepares you for the expected and unexpected.
Mandatory Gear:
*PFD designed for whitewater use
*protective footwear
*whistle
*Helmet suitable for whitewater use
*Protective clothing suitable for swimming in seasonal water temps
Optional But Recommended Gear:
*Gloves suitable for use in water
*River knife
*Throw rope
Course Outline
~Focus on general river dynamics to include hazards to avoid and reading water
~Learn how to prevent river accidents and injuries
~Learn key self-rescue techniques
~Walking in moving water
~Effective ways to swim safely in moving water
~Basic knots commonly used for boating and rescue
~Communication techniques on the river
~Basic shore safety and hazards
~Assisting rescue from your boat
~Personal floatation device etiquette and types of vests
~Common rescue equipment
~Basic river first aid
~Throw bag techniques
~Technical rescue equipment
~Mechanical advantages and vector pulls
~Setting up anchor points
~Righting an upside-down boat
~Freeing a pinned craft
~An approach to command of a rescue scene
~Preparing for multiple days on the river
~Emergency action plans
The objective of the Private Boater River Awareness class is to educate beginner and novice river recreators and boaters, on the hazards of the river and safe recreation techniques. This class is designed to teach you, your family and friends how to enjoy our local natural waterways in a safe and fun matter. Whether you are brand-new to the river or looking for some entry level training in whitewater, this class is designed to educate you in river preparedness, safety, hazard avoidance and self-rescue techniques.
Optional But Recommended:
*Throw rope
Course Outline
~Focus on general river dynamics to include hazards to avoid and reading water
~Learn how to prevent river accidents and injuries
~Learn key self-rescue techniques
~Effective ways to swim safely in moving water
~ Basic knots commonly used for boating and rescue
~Communication techniques on the river
~Basic shore safety and hazards
~Assisting rescue from your boat
~Types of PFD’s and proper use
~Common rescue equipment
~Throw ropes
~Basic river first aid
~And more…..
Thank you for your interest, we hope to see you soon!
~River Rescue Dynamics and GJ SUP
