How can I be really confident on class IV rivers? In this training, we have set up a progression so that you can answer that question. We combine strength training, stroke work, and rolling practice in heavy whitewater. All needed to paddle solid class IV+.
Wednesday night we will meet at the Feeder Canal to work on strokes build strength. Saturdays we will head to best part of the Potomac to simulate big water moves. Our instructors will set up courses for you to work on quick recovery and boat control. Be prepared to get wet because we will be hitting rolls throughout the class.
If you and your instructor feel as though you are ready to paddle the Yough then you will sign up separately for a trip to the Yough.
Paddling the Yough is a rite of passage for DC area paddlers, one that opens up many more class IV runs. See you at National Falls!
Itinerary:
8 Weeknight Slalom workouts, 6-8 pm at the Feeder
7 Saturday downriver workouts, 9-11 am, location varies
Upper Yough Moves on the Lower Yough Trip June 5
2 Upper Yough trips if you qualify
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Upper Yough Training
Course ticket - for all 15 dates.
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Lock 6
Bethesda MD 20816
Please meet your instructor on the river!