International Rafting Federation -Guide Training Education (GTE) workshop

Dates
22–24 May and 28 -- 31 May 2026

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The IRF Guide Training Program is an intensive 7-day training course designed for novice raft guides and safety kayakers.

The course focuses on developing the fundamental skills required to safely guide commercial rafting trips.

Participants train alongside experienced guides who will later attend the IRF workshop, allowing rookies to observe real guiding situations and gain practical insight into professional rafting operations. 

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Course Content

The course follows International Rafting Federation guidelines and covers:

• Quality safety demonstrations for guests

• Raft guiding techniques and manoeuvres

• Raft-specific river rescue techniques

• Safety kayaking skills and responsibilities

• Crew management and working with guests

• Flip drill procedures

• Risk management on commercial rafting trips

• Teamwork and communication

 

Participants receive a certificate of course completion and up to 20 logged trips in their river logbook.