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Sjoa, Norway is famous for waterfalls, slides, and monster rapids, however it is also home to more of the world’s finest Class III and IV white water than you’ll find anywhere else. From the big and bouncy Sjoa to steep and technical Store Ula, and everything in between, the region has it all, and that’s why we run our highly popular progressive trips here.You’ll spend the first week based on the banks of the Sjoa river, home to some of the world’s finest whitewater, and less than an hour’s drive from a huge range of rivers of all styles. From steep creeks for practising boofs and flares, to curlers and waves to ride on big volume rivers, there’s nowhere better to experience a wide variety of whitewater.During the second week, its time to hit the road, and put the newly formed skills into work. A road trip via Valldal to develop your paddling on a range of testing runs, whilst see some of the very best of Norway’s west coast. We drive via the Troll Road, passed the Troll Wall and Geirangerfjord taking in fine white water, and living the paddlers dream. |
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Whitewater paddlers often want something different from the river, yet in essence it’s to overcome the challenge that lies before them, whether that is a rapid, a drop or a specific move, all to be dialled with style, a good line and a great outcome. The core elements to a successful paddler can be drilled down to 3 subjects:River Guiding Safety & Rescue Technician Kayak Paddling |
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Course Itinerary |
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Day 1 Arrival day. Settle into Sjoa and meet the rest of the team Day 2 Hit the water! After a quick gear review and boat outfitting session, we’ll go for a chilled out paddle on the Sjoa. It’ll give us the chance to look at how you’re paddling and find out what you want to work on Day 3 Today is a technical skill review and the chance to set some goals for the rest of the week. We’ll head to a more challenging section of the Sjoa and introduce you to some of the key concepts of dynamic river paddling. Day 4 Coaching best practise! We’ll spend the morning working on the paddlers correct movement – a sure-fire way to sharpen up your river skills. In the afternoon, we’ll head out for a river trip Day 5 An all-day trip to the Lori. This classic run combines quality whitewater with an amazing canyon. We’ll look at formal leading of a group, accommodating coaching whilst running different river styles on the Lori. Day 6 Another big day out. We’ll head to a classic pool drop river and put your new skills to the test, whilst looking at group awareness and safety set ups and rescue scenarios. Day 7 Norwegian classic, the Upper Rauma. We’ll head for something with fun drops, scenic surroundings and world class whitewater. The ideal finish to a perfect week. Focusing on the observation, and added value sessions for your learners. Day 8 REST Day Day 9 A full run of the River Sjoa, THE Norwegian Classic Day 10-11 We head north past Rondane National Park to Dombås for the famed Ula & Upper Rauma, all classic runs, and Over the Troll Road to Valldal Day 12-13 We enjoy the delights of the West Coast in the Strawberry Valley Day 14 Head back to Sjoa, via the picture prefect Geirangerfjord Day 15 Departure day: We’ll give everybody an individual debrief before heading off. Of course, this schedule’s only a guideline: we’ll chop and change depending on how you’re getting on, what the levels are like and what everyone wants to do |
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Group Composition |
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The trip will be led by an experienced Gene17kayaking appointed trip leader. In selecting suitable leaders, we not only look to ensure that they have the relevant qualifications but we also ensure that they have an excellent track record of white water paddling from around the world. Whilst qualifications and experience are essential requirements, we also make sure that our leaders have the right temperament to lead a trip group comprised of individuals who have a range of previous experience and expectations. The leader is a vital contributor to the enjoyment and well-being of the trip members and he or she will be there to deal with any unexpected problems. To that end, we aim to provide a leader who will make the trip both successful and enjoyable throughout.Our leaders hold current wilderness first aid certificates and have experience of dealing with remote river related medical conditions.We will take a maximum of 6 paddlers on each trip, although the number may well be less than this. With every 3 paddlers we have on the trip, we’ll have a highly experienced Gene17kayaking Teacher/Guide. | |||
Experience Required |
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The D4DR WW Course takes place on Class III/IV whitewater. The D4DR WW Course is suitable for experienced paddlers who are able to paddle for 4 – 6 hours in a day on Class III/IV and wish to become the next generation of solid river leaders. Generally the rivers are accessible with near road access, but occasionally there may be some exposed terrain. This trip begins on an easier section of whitewater, but will soon reflect conditions expected at the grade. Participants should therefore expect to be in a river environment during peak runoff for sometimes extended periods of time. You are welcome to Contact Us, if you would like to discuss the trip in more detail. |
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What the Price Does/Does not Include |
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TRIP COST: 2250€What the price does include
* Getting from Oslo Airport – There is a frequent yet irregular bus and train service from Oslo to Otta. We collect from Otta Bus/Train Station from 1800-1900 on the day of arrival, and drop off for 1000 on the day of departure. An airport shuttle from Oslo to Sjoa is NOT included with ANY of our Norway Trips, Courses & Adventures, as the direct public transport link is straight forward and easy to undertake. Accommodation & Catering The Personal Paddling Equipment you should bring:
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Deposit Payment |
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Deposit Payment 750€ |