Half day (5hr) Våttkort Whitewater Kayaking or Packrafting Beginner Course (Introkurs i elvepadling) – Sjoa, Norway

Our Våttkort Introduction Course is a safe and easy start to whitewater paddling, where we concentrate on having fun and learning the basics in a controlled environment. This is a beginner-level kayaking or packrafting course. You will not learn to roll a kayak on this course (but we will show you the roll and explain the technique), instead you will learn how to relax upside down and perform the T-rescue, which are the first steps to learn how to roll - you can join our kayak rolling course here. Depending on what you choose, you will be awarded either the packrafting or kayaking “Våttkort Introkurs Elv” certificate on completion - Lets Goooat! 

• Duration: 4 - 5 hours (0930 - 1430)

• Age: You must be 14 years + to join

• Grunnkurs Elv Våttkort Course: We do not run the NPF Grunnkurs Elv Course but if we can still award you with the qualification if you complete two days of whitewater kayaking with us - this can either be a Introkurs and a rolling course, or an Introkurs and grade 2 guided tour. Please let us know if you are interested in the Grunnkurs i Elvepadling Våttkortkurs and we will help you pass the certification! 

• Course Info: You will receive an email after booking with all necessary information - where to meet, what to bring, course plan, etc. 
  

• Numbers: Minimum 3 people, maximum 8 people per course. Our groups are kept small so you will have the safest and most educational experience possible with us. 

• What's included: Whitewater kayak or packraft, paddle and all equipment, including wetsuit, helmet, life vest, spray skirt and spray jacket.

• Transport: We can provide transport to our base if you are coming via train or bus - just get in touch! 

• Accommodation: At our paddling base in Nedre Heidal, we have camping/hammock/camper-van overnight options and a sauna and hot tub, toilet/kitchen facilities, and access to electricity. If you want to sleep in a cabin/room and not in a tent/hammock, then we recommend staying at the beautiful and cosy Faukstad Farmstead, which is just across the road, The Banken Cabin and Campsite in Heidal, or the historic Heart Break Hotel, only a short 10 minute walk from our base. 

• Discounts: You will receive a 15% discount code for our river sauna and accommodation (with us) in your booking confirmation. If you have already booked sauna or accommodation you will not get this discount refunded. 

• What to bring: 2 x layers of thermal underwear and wool socks, water bottle, snacks, and sunscreen. If you do not have thermal underwear we can provide some for you. 

• Do you want to learn to roll a kayak? - join our kayak rolling course here! 

• Interested in learning more about river safety and rescue? - join the Rescue 3 Norge course here.

• Want to hike while visiting the beautiful Heidal Valley? Read our blogs about cool hikes in the area. 

“CATCH YOU ON THE WATER!”