1st-5th June 2026

DESCRIPTION

Learn how to bring out the full potential of a creek boat. On this 5-day course, we will learn and go over all the paddling mechanics that will get you moving creek boats smoothly and efficiently, ready to hit some harder whitewater / creeking at the end of the week.

DURATION

5 days
3 days in the Soča Valley, 2 away days (river and location dependent on seasonal conditions and group’s skill level). Potential for Italy, Austria, Croatia, or Slovenia.

PRICE

665 € per person

INCLUDES

• Shuttle from accommodation to river (upon request)

• Paddling equipment (upon request)

• Snacks on the river

• Experienced instructor

• Extensive help and assistance before the trip

DOES NOT INCLUDE

• River tickets

• Accommodation

• Food

• Camp fees

• Camping equipment

WHAT TO BRING

• River safety equipment

• Personal paddling equipment (dry suit / dry top)

• Water bottle

• Towel

LOCATION

Soča River, Slovenia, Class II–IV+ depending on group’s abilities
Last two days will be full days, with potential for away days in Austria, Italy, or Croatia, depending on group’s abilities

COURSE CONTENT

Day 1

• Morning briefing over coffee: get to know the team’s goals and wishes for the week

• Morning paddling session, Golobar section, Class II: going over fundamental paddling skills and how to move a creek boat as a team

Day 2

• Section dependent on group’s wishes and abilities

• Adding more precision training to paddling skills, using Class III to train for Class IV

Day 3

• Section dependent on group’s skills and abilities

• Day focus on teamwork, safe river running in a creek environment

• Reading and running, scouting horizon lines, and setting up safety for crux rapids

Day 4 / Day 5

• Location dependent on river conditions

• Class IV runs in neighboring rivers to use all the creeking skills the team has refined over the last few days

• One day of camping