Best Idaho whitewater kayaking instruction

  Intro to kayaking

If you are new to kayaking or have little river experience, this is the course for you. Our personable and professional instructors teach an innovative curriculum that will offer you a solid skill base to build on. Learn proper kayaking technique and apply that to whitewater over this 2-day class.
2022 Dates
May 21-22, June 4-5, June 18-19, June 25-26, July 9-10, July 16-17, July 30-31, August 6-7, August 13-14

Price: $255 
Lunch and equipment provided 

  gold medal  camp

A three-day clinic designed for kayakers with previous experience. Our top-notch coaches will help you identify and fill any holes in your paddling foundation and refine your technique to prepare you for the next level of kayaking. Sessions may include focused drills, whitewater application, technique clinics, chalk-talks and river running.
2022 Dates
May 7-9
May 10-12
May 13-15

Price $490
Includes lunch each day and dinner on days 1 and 2

Intro to Kayaking:

  • Meeting Place: Cascade Raft River Center
  • Near Boise, Idaho (1 hour drive)
  • Kayaking equipment included, or bring your own
  • Licensed, professional, knowledgeable, encouraging instructors
  • Uniquely developed curriculum
  • Adaptive pace of learning
  • Class times: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day
  • Includes lunch

Gold Medal Camp:

  • Meeting Place: Cascade Raft River Center
  • One hour from Boise, Idaho in the Boise National Forest
  • Whitewater kayaking sessions on the Payette River
  • Equipment included, or bring your own
  • Instructors with a background in whitewater slalom kayaking
  • Licensed by the Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association
  • Specifically developed and focused curriculum
  • Personalized instruction
  • Small groups for different experience levels
  • Class times: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day
  • Local lodging options available—ask for details
  • Includes lunch each day and dinner on days 1 and 2