A two-day course in whitewater paddling for beginners in Dala-Floda, Dalarna
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Whitewater Kayaking Course in Dalarna
Welcome to Kajaktiv and Dala-Floda located in the heart of Dalarna. During this course, you will learn the basics of whitewater kayaking and after two days of practice in the rapids, you will be able to navigate down class-2 rapids with style. If you have kayaked long-distance before, this whitewater kayaking course will make you a better long-distance paddler.
Our facility is beautifully situated just a stone’s throw from the rapids, and at our course center, you can also relax in our wood-fired sauna and hot SPA pool.
Everyone attending the whitewater kayaking course will receive a 20% discount on neoprene shoes, gloves, and hats in our store during the course weekend.
Utmana dig själv!
Part of Whitewater Course Step 1
Two nights’ accommodation at the course center (hostel standard)
Two lunches at a restaurant during the course
Whitewater kayak
Paddle
Spray skirt
Life jacket
Helmet
Wetsuit
Experienced instructor
Duvet and pillow
What to Bring
Bed linen (if you are staying overnight)
Breakfast and dinner (lunch at the restaurant is included during the course)
Swimwear, towel
Sturdy shoes (Neoprene shoes, sneakers, or sports sandals)
Straps for glasses or extra contact lenses
Water bottle
Gloves (if it’s cold)
Base layer in functional material (if it’s cold)
Content: Whitewater Course, Step 1
Day 1
Welcome and introduction
We go through equipment and basic safety
Swimming in rapids (floating downstream on your back for about 30 meters)
Practice capsizing the kayak and emptying it of water
We practice basic paddling techniques
High and low braces
Easy traversing in flowing water (class 1)
Lunch at the restaurant (included in the price)
Whitewater paddling in a class 2 rapid
Exercises where we practice paddling in and out of eddies
Day 2
Whitewater paddling and a longer trip in a class 2 rapid
We practice reading water in a rapid and choosing the right line
Lunch at the restaurant (included in the price)
Whitewater paddling in a class 2 rapid
Various exercises in the rapids
Practice Eskimo roll for those who want
Course summary
Return home
NOTE! The structure of the courses may vary depending on the condition of the rapids, the participants’ level of knowledge, and plans for the return journey on day 2. The instructor will go through all of this during the introduction on day 1.
Times for Whitewater Course
Start: 09:00
End: 17:00
What Prerequisites are Required?
You should be able to swim.
No other prerequisites are required.
Age Limit
Age limit 18 years.
14 years in the company of a guardian.
Contact us if there are individuals younger than 14 years who wish to participate in the whitewater course.
Find us at Kajaktiv
Kajaktiv is located in the heart of Dalarna, about three hours by car from Stockholm and five hours from Gothenburg. Click here for map.
Train and bus connections
You can take the train to Borlänge or Djurås from most major cities in Sweden. From there, you can then take a bus to Dala-Floda.
More than just whitewater paddling
We highly recommend that you bring your mountain bike, running shoes, or hiking boots. Here in Dala-Floda, you will find great trails for cycling, running, and hiking, and our staff are happy to share their favorites. The village is also worth exploring if you have some time to spare, and right next to it you have Lake Flosjön which invites you for a swim. You can rent a kayak for the day if you want to explore the lake with its beautiful beaches and swimming opportunities.
