March 2025
PRO-I Swiftwater | Moab, UT March 8 – 9, 2025
Join our Swiftwater Rescue Course in Moab for hands-on PRO-level training. This course is for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training, consider the REC-I course, which is better suited for beginners. We will conduct…
Find out more »PRO-II Swiftwater | Moab, UT March 22 – 23, 2025
This 2 day advanced swiftwater training is designed and taught to professionals that work in or around swiftwater, and have previously taken a PRO-I level course or equivalent. Space is limited to 16 students and will be taught by SSI lead instructor, Scott Solle. Class fills up fast, so register early! NFPA 1006 & 1670 COMPLIANT: No WHO THIS IS FOR: Professionals who are looking for advanced swiftwater training and have completed the PRO-I course or equivalent no more than…
Find out more »PRO-SAR Swiftwater | Moab, UT – March 26-28
This NFPA Swiftwater Technician course is designed as the dominant course to get agencies and responders the training needed to become competent responders in a swift water environment. Space is limited to 16 students and will be taught by SSI lead instructor, Scott Solle. NFPA 1006 & 1670 COMPLIANT: Yes WHO THIS IS FOR: Agency members or those requiring NFPA compliant training for employment/response. ONLINE COMPONENT: Yes - Required COURSE FORMAT: 3-day NFPA Technician Level course with 2 hours of…
Find out more »REC-I Swiftwater | Moab, UT March 29 – 30, 2025
This entry-level swiftwater rescue in Moab is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue in Moab is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: Recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. COURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day recreational course, with…
Find out more »Water IDC – March 31 – April 4, 2025
Course Overview This 5-day instructor course is the first step toward becoming an SSI instructor. It focuses on SSI’s rescue philosophy and teaching methodologies, preparing candidates for assistant instructor endorsement. While it does not grant independent instructor status, it’s essential for progressing to that level. Course Details Dates: March 31 - April 4 Location: Moab – site TBD Cost: $800 Registration Deadline: March 1, 2025 How to Apply Please view our Instructor Development Course page for information on how to…
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PRO-I Swiftwater | Moab, UT April 5 – 6, 2025
Join our swiftwater certification Moab for hands-on PRO-level training. This course is for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training, consider the REC-I course, which is better suited for beginners. We will conduct a practical…
Find out more »Rope IDC – April 11 – 13, 2025
Course Overview We’re excited to announce formalized our Rope IDC program, which is integral to satisfying advanced instructor requirements. This course is essential for instructors wishing to lead PRO-II, PRO-SAR, and Spec Ops courses. While instructors can still assist without completing the Rope IDC, successful completion of this course is required for full lead instructor status in these advanced courses. Course Details Dates: April 11-13, 2025 Location: Southern Idaho – site TBD Cost: Free for current SSI instructors Registration Deadline:…
Find out more »PRO-I Swiftwater | North Bend, WA April 26 – 27, 2025
Join our Swiftwater Rescue North Bend for hands-on PRO-level training. This course is for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training, consider the REC-I course, which is better suited for beginners. We will conduct a…
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REC-I Swiftwater | North Bend, WA May 3 – 4, 2025
This entry-level swiftwater rescue North Bend is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue in North Bend is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: Recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. COURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day recreational course,…
Find out more »PRO-I Swiftwater | Banks, ID May 10 – 11, 2025
Join our Swiftwater Rescue in Idaho for hands-on PRO-level training. This course is for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training, consider the REC-I course, which is better suited for beginners. We will conduct a…
Find out more »PRO-I Swiftwater | Jackson, WY May 17 – 18, 2025
Join our Swiftwater Rescue Certification Jackson course. This PRO-level course is designed for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training, consider the REC-I course, which is better suited for beginners. We will conduct a practical…
Find out more »Women’s PRO-I Swiftwater Missoula, MT May 17 – 18, 2025
Join our PRO-I Women's Swiftwater Course for hands-on PRO-level training. Tailored exclusively for women and led by an experienced team of female swiftwater instructors, this course is for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training,…
Find out more »Women’s REC-I Swiftwater | Steamboat Springs, CO May 24 – 25, 2025
This women's swiftwater Colorado course is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS IS FOR: Recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. ONLINE COMPONENT: Yes - Optional (but highly recommended) COURSE FORMAT: 2 day REC-I…
Find out more »PRO-I Swiftwater | Banks, ID May 31 – June 1, 2025
Join our Swiftwater Rescue Certification Course for hands-on PRO-level training. This course is for those who need certification for employment, such as professional guides. Additionally, it's open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics, swimming, and terminology. If you don't have prior swiftwater training, consider the REC-I course, which is better suited for beginners. We will conduct a…
Find out more »June 2025
Swiftwater Boat Operator Moab, UT June 3 – 6, 2025
The Swiftwater Boat Operator is a 4 day course that is designed to take both novice and experienced on-water boat operators to the next level of operational proficiency. We have a 1:4 instructor craft to agency craft ratio, and this allows our team of professional trainers to lead agency operators through navigational courses with progressive challenges and objectives. Training slots are available by the number of agency watercraft, not the number of in-water operators. Trailering your boats to our course…
Find out more »Packraft Expedition Training | Owyhee River June 7 – 11, 2025
Join our 5 day Packraft Expedition Training to gain all the essential skills you need to feel confident to lead your own packraft expeditions. After acquiring essential skills from prior packraft-specific training with SSI or another approved course provider, expedition members will apply these skills during a 5-day trip covering up to 40 miles of downstream travel. Course size is currently limited to 10 expedition paddling members and two instructors. The team will engage in a structured approach to river…
Find out more »REC-I Swiftwater | Jackson, WY June 21 – 22, 2025
This entry-level Wyoming swiftwater rescue is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS IS FOR: This course is designed for recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. COURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day recreational course, with…
Find out more »REC-I Swiftwater | Banks, ID June 21 – 22, 2025
This entry-level swiftwater rescue near Boise takes place in Banks is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: Recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. COURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day recreational…
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REC-I Swiftwater | Jackson, WY July 12 – 13, 2025
This entry-level swiftwater rescue Jackson is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS IS FOR: This course is designed for recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. COURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day recreational course, with…
Find out more »Women’s REC-I Swiftwater | Banks, ID July 12 – 13, 2025
This women's swiftwater rescue course is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue is tailored to meet participants' goals, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. COURSE DETAILS WHO THIS IS FOR: Recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. ONLINE COMPONENT: Yes - Optional (but highly recommended) COURSE FORMAT: 2 day REC-I…
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