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    • Whitewater Rafting
    • Custom ‘Gold Medal’ Fishing Trips
    • Courses & Clinics
    • Whitewater Paddle School Est. 1979
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    • Specialty Rafting Trips
    • All Dvorak Expedition Activities
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    • Youth Scout Trips
    • Family Rafting
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    • The Dvorak’s Story
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Swiftwater and Rope Rescue Courses in Colorado

Professional Raft Guide Training Courses

These rescue and rope courses are for boaters/paddlers from novice to experienced river guides and professional fire and agencies associated with rescue. The courses; instructional rescue and boating clinics are suitable for first-time and recertification personnel to expand their whitewater skills. Learn basic fundamentals and take on progressively greater challenges to achieve your goals through our professional, personalized instruction. Certified by Rescue 3 and Sierra Rescue International organizations.

  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 12+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $110
    Arkansas River Inflatable Kayak Lesson
    Join our Arkansas River inflatable kayak lesson. It is a popular water sport that can provide a fun and easy activity for a day on the water.

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 12+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $200
    Arkansas River Kayak or Raft Group Lesson
    If you are interested in learning how to kayak or raft in Colorado, this is for you. Explore the most spectacular white water in the world!

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 12+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $2750
    Arkansas River Kayak or Raft Private Lesson
    Our Arkansas River kayak or raft private lesson is Perfect for honing your skills or working on a specific skill that you are weak in – rolling, paddle strokes, balance skills etc.

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 12+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $450
    Arkansas River SUP Lesson (Private)
    An intro to SUPing and the mechanics of your board and paddle. Paddle strokes, footwork, edging, bracing, turning, and how to effectively use your body in an efficient manner.

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  • Colorado River
    Ages: 5+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $990
    Colorado River Instructional Course
    Just above Little Gore Canyon, the Colorado River begins its 1,400-mile journey. This early stretch offers alpine scenery, historic sites, hot springs, and mild rapids—perfect for a family trip near Denver. Add inflatable kayaks and paddleboards for extra fun!

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  • Arkansas River, Colorado River, Dolores River
    Ages: 18+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $1,099
    Raft Guide Training (Not for Employment)
    Dvorak Expeditions (DVK) has an internationally recognized 14- day raft guide training program to help you learn the technical skills, strokes, and maneuvers needed to become a proficient whitewater rafting guide.

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  • Arkansas River, Colorado River, Delores River
    Ages: 18+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $495
    Raft Guide Training Professional (For Employment)
    Dvorak Expeditions offers a renowned 14-day program to build the technical skills and techniques needed to become a skilled whitewater rafting guide.

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 18+
    Courses and Clinics
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    River Rescue Course
    A DYNAMIC water rescue course specifically written and designed for river guides, private boaters, kayakers, pack rafters and other river users! Basic river skills are a prerequisite!

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages' 18+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: 385
    River Rescue Course Pro
    A DYNAMIC water rescue course specifically written and designed for river guides, private boaters, kayakers, pack rafters and other river users! Basic river skills are a prerequisite!

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 18+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $445
    Swiftwater Rescue Technician – Advanced Course (SRT-A)
    This internationally recognized water rescue certification, designed by and for professional boaters, is a fast-paced, scenario-based course focused on making smart decisions during river rescues.

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 18+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $445
    Swiftwater Rescue Technician Course
    This Rescue 3 International Course is approximately 24-30 hours total with 8-10 hours of classroom and approximately 16-20 hours in the field. It is suggested that the class be held over 3 days, but it can be adjusted to fit shifts and other schedules.

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  • Arkansas River
    Ages: 18+
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $735
    Technical Rope Rescue Course
    This course blends cutting-edge rope rescue techniques and global research, using hands-on learning to build the skills needed for safe rescues—from over-the-bank scenarios to vertical cliff and structure rescues.

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  • Ages: 13-17
    Courses and Clinics
    From: $1,899
    Teenage Whitewater Skills Camp
    The Teenage whitewater course is designed to teach the value of river wilderness, ecology, minimum impact camping, preservation of these resources, and encourage strong self-esteem.

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