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Learn white water rafting paddle skills, techniques and tips for river running in these free extreme sports and outdoors training videos.
There are 14 videos in this series:
Learn efficient whitewater rafting forward paddle techniques for river running in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
Learn the boat paddle positions for whitewater rafting in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
Learn how to hold a paddle correctly for whitewater rafting in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
Learn how to do the pry rudder stroke and paddle technique in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
In this free whitewater rafting video lesson an expert will discuss and demonstrate the forward paddle technique and how it works.
Learn how to back peddle from within your raft in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
In this free whitewater rafting video lesson an expert will discuss and demonstrate how to do the J paddle stroke.
Learn how to do the draw paddle technique and it’s benefits in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
Learn how to do the low brace paddle technique for whitewater rafting in this free extreme sports and outdoors training video.
In this free whitewater rafting video lesson an expert will show you how to do some paddle commands when you’re on your raft.
Learn how to do the abeam stroke and the benefits of this technique in this free training video from our whitewater rafting expert.
Learn how to spin the raft for whitewater rafting in this free extreme sports and outdoors training video.
In this free whitewater rafting video lesson an expert will show you how to do u-turns when as a group from within the raft.
Learn how to move the boat with only the guide and why this is useful in whitewater rafting in this free extreme sports and outdoors training video.
White water rafting is a outdoor team sport where a group of people get in an inflatable raft and work together to navigate rocks, rapids, waterfalls—and anything else that a fast-moving body of water can throw at you. Whether the objective is to get somewhere downstream, or you’re just doing your weekend warrior thing with a few close friends, whitewater rafting can be a fun and exciting alternative to becoming even more of a couch potato.
Rafting safely and effectively requires some basic training before you can actually ride the river rapids. Special paddle techniques and team coordination skills are needed in order to be able to keep control of the raft in a fast-running, ever-changing river.
In these free white water rafting training videos, learn the techniques and maneuvers you need to get started. Our expert guide will show you how to use the raft paddle effectively, including lessons on how to proper hold the paddle, where people should sit in the boat, how to do the forward and backward strokes, how to rudder, how to give paddle commands, how to do a u-turn, and more important rafting tips. So get out your river gear—your life jackets, oars, and decorative beer koozies—watch these quick videos, and take a white water rafting trip before another endless summer slips away.
Kevin McMillan Kevin McMillan has been with Zoar Outdoor since 1992, as an experiential educator and technical specialist with corporate programs. He currently holds ACA certifications in river rescue and whitewater kayaking, as well as being a certified Wilderness First Responder. <p> Zoar Outdoor was established in 1989 as the first outdoor center on the Deerfield River in Massachusetts. Since 1989, Zoar Outdoor has offered the best in New England white water rafting trips, kayaking clinics, canoeing instruction, rock climbing classes, fly fishing and bike rentals for adventurers of all abilities, from beginners to experts. <br> www.zoaroutdoor.comdkdk
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