River Rafting Lessons
Paddle Rafting Lessons
Want to have fun on the day stretch of your local waterway? Whether it’s with your boo or your crew, paddle rafting teaches you how to confidently have fun with friends on the water together. Fun, splashy, and team-building, these lessons are great for technical rivers and short excursions!
Skill Levels Offered: Intro, Intermediate, Advanced
Location: Salt River
Max People: Five
Minimum Age: Six
Gear: Raft and paddles will be provided, but you have the option to bring your own craft.
Oar Rafting Lessons
Pull a river trip permit? Want to practice setting up a multi-day rig? Getting into fishing? Oar rafting teaches you what you need to know to steer any size raft under your own power. Build oar skills and craft mastery on the river with lessons that put you in the rower's seat.
Skill Levels Offered: Intro, Intermediate, Advanced
Location: Salt River
Max People: Five
Minimum Age: Six
Gear: Raft and paddles will be provided, but you have the option to bring your own craft.
What to Expect
Prepare for an exhilarating day on the water with Star Valley Raft & Paddle. Here's a quick rundown of what you can expect from the moment we meet to the time we part ways. Get ready for an adventure that's as educational as it is unforgettable.
All necessary safety equipment will be provided.
Other gear and equipment are available for rent upon request.
Come wearing outdoor/athletic clothing (no cotton or jeans) and shoes with straps or laces that can get wet (no flip-flops).
Bring your own water and snacks.
PFDs are required and will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
Pick Up
The session starts being picked up with a warm welcome from Noah at our designated meeting point.
Gear & Orientation
Orientation and safety rundown, we gear up and head to the river.
Hands-on Instruction
On the water, you'll receive hands-on instruction tailored to your experience level, ensuring you learn and refine essential skills.
Drop Off
The day concludes back at our initial meeting spot, where we'll recap the day’s journey and discuss key learnings.
Pricing
Price is for a 4-hour, half-day session. It includes all equipment and safety gear needed for each person.
Power Hour: Focused Skill Training
Maximize your progress with our Power Hour, a private 1-hour training session dedicated to honing a specific paddlesport skill. Whether you're looking to refine your paddling techniques, improve navigation, or master safety procedures, this personalized session with our expert instructor will help you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively!
FAQs
A standard half-day lesson is 4 hours (8:00 am -12:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm). Time includes shuttles and gearing up/dressing down. Actual on-water time is about 3 hours.
- Come wearing outdoor/athletic clothing (no cotton or jeans) and shoes with straps or laces that can get wet (no flip-flops).
- Bring your own water and snacks.
- All necessary gear and safety equipment will be provided for each excursion free of charge.
- Other gear and safety equipment available for rent upon request.
- Introductory: Develop water safety, equipment knowledge, and general paddling concepts.
- Intermediate: I understand the basics but I'm now working on the skills.
- Advanced: I have the skills and I'm now interested in challenging them to build accuracy.
- Custom: Have something specific you'd like to work on? Reach out and I can offer a custom lesson based on your goals.
Still have questions?
Have other questions or want to find out about custom lessons? Please reach out. We'd love to help.
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