{"product_id":"u-of-u-swiftwater-rescue-techniques-srt-hosted-by-utah-whitewater-gear","title":"U of U Swiftwater Rescue Techniques (SRT) Hosted By Utah Whitewater Gear","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-1e366328-13f6-49b1-a83d-e99b83672984 coh-component-instance-1e366328-13f6-49b1-a83d-e99b83672984\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container  gls-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-row coh-row-xl coh-row-visible-xl\" data-coh-row-match-heights=\"{\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-row-inner coh-ce-cpt_2_column_layout-17802b86\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-column coh-visible-ps coh-col-ps-12 coh-col-xl\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-68369a71-6b22-4158-b6a4-d66726cc0978 coh-component-instance-68369a71-6b22-4158-b6a4-d66726cc0978 coh-heading-component\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU of U Swiftwater Rescue Techniques Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMay 28–30\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe University of Utah Swiftwater Rescue Techniques (SRT) course is a three‑day, hands‑on river rescue training designed for recreational boaters, trip leaders, and rescue practitioners operating in swiftwater environments. Hosted by Utah Whitewater Gear and taught by University of Utah instructors, this nationally recognized course covers foundational and advanced swiftwater rescue skills including whitewater swimming, throw bag use, tension diagonals, live bait rescues, and entrapment rescue scenarios, with a strong emphasis on accident prevention, rescuer safety, and effective scene management.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 28–30\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegister here:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ems-uofu.nbsstore.net\/utah-whitewater-gear-swiftwater-may-28-30\"\u003ehttps:\/\/ems-uofu.nbsstore.net\/utah-whitewater-gear-swiftwater-may-28-30\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave 10% on registration — use coupon code:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUWG2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis dynamic course focuses on real‑world skills for responding to emergencies in swiftwater settings. Instruction is fast‑paced and practical, with techniques explained, demonstrated, and practiced across multiple river locations to highlight both their adaptability and limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe progression begins with foundational skills such as defensive and aggressive swimming in whitewater and effective throw bag use. As proficiency develops, students move into advanced rescue techniques including tension diagonals, live bait rescues, and both heads‑up and heads‑down entrapment rescues. Scenario‑based training is used throughout the course to reinforce decision‑making, teamwork, and realistic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCore themes include accident prevention, rescuer safety, and effective scene assessment and management in dynamic river environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants should have basic river experience and be comfortable swimming. Students must be 18 years of age or older, have adequate health insurance, and meet the physical demands of active river training. Wilderness First Aid or higher medical certification is recommended but not required. Exceptions to age requirements may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis by contacting us prior to registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStudents who successfully complete the course will receive a Swiftwater Rescue Techniques certificate issued by the University of Utah.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAs a thank‑you for training with us, all course participants receive \u003cstrong\u003e10% off any rescue accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e at Utah Whitewater Gear during the course dates. This includes throw bags, carabiners, prusiks, pulleys, and other essential rescue equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHosted by Utah Whitewater Gear\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-f6a927b9-3e8f-409a-8f2b-9ccf161f70f0 coh-component-instance-f6a927b9-3e8f-409a-8f2b-9ccf161f70f0 coh-heading-component\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"coh-heading gls-h3 gls-text-secondary gls-heading-line gls-text-uppercase  gls-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"coh-inline-element\"\u003eLogistics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-021402c3-58f3-4892-b31c-d5931d92bba5 coh-component-instance-021402c3-58f3-4892-b31c-d5931d92bba5  gls-margin-medium-bottom\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe first day the course will meet at Utah Whitewater Gear. As we get closer to the course, an instructor will contact you with location information and directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe afternoon of the first day and the entirety of the remaining days are all field time, which will take place within a 1-hour drive of Salt Lake City. The exact locations will be announced on the first day, as it will be dependent on water levels and weather. The course will run each day from approximately 8:30am-5:00pm. You are responsible for your own transportation to field locations and for lunch during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-80c8763f-2fe1-486b-ade0-240daaf546d4 coh-component-instance-80c8763f-2fe1-486b-ade0-240daaf546d4 coh-heading-component\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-inline-element gls-pre-heading gls-h4 gls-text-muted gls-margin-xsmall-bottom \"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"coh-heading gls-h3 gls-text-secondary gls-heading-line gls-text-uppercase  gls-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"coh-inline-element\"\u003eGear List\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-a51b9043-63c2-42d4-990b-ddff5a94d544 coh-component-instance-a51b9043-63c2-42d4-990b-ddff5a94d544  gls-margin-small-bottom\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe first day will begin with a half-day of classroom and dry land practice. Bring a notebook, camera, or whatever helps you learn. In the afternoon of the first day we will head out to the river, so \u003cstrong\u003ecome prepared with all the items listed for being outside in cold and wet conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, as there will be extensive practice time in the river.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-2e9268d1-f832-4de2-8198-897fe9fcccee coh-component-instance-2e9268d1-f832-4de2-8198-897fe9fcccee\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-container  gls-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-grid-medium gls-child-width-1-2@m gls-child-width-1-2@s gls-grid\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-76c210a8-3d69-42ef-a62f-cdaed826ef5b coh-component-instance-76c210a8-3d69-42ef-a62f-cdaed826ef5b gls-first-column\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-position-relative gls-card-cover-container  \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card gls-flex gls-flex-column  no-border gls-card-shadow   gls-text-left  gls-card-outline     \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card-body\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 class=\"coh-heading gls-card-title gls-margin-remove-bottom \"\u003eRequired Items\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg gls-margin-top \"\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation for swimming in cold whitewater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full river drysuit is ideal. Other options are a dry top and bottom, or a full wetsuit. At a minimum a farmer john wetsuit, synthetic upper layers and a splash top. SCUBA drysuits \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWILL NOT\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e work.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic long underwear and other insulating layers to wear under drysuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight water or kayak helmet. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNO\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e climbing, cycling helmets, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePFD- USCG approved Type III or V with river boating intended use. If you have access to a type V PFD with a releasable rescue harness, please bring it.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThick-soled water shoes\/booties or tennis shoes. Must be closed-toe.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-5b98177b-502d-4e91-a3db-375f3bc44e2f coh-component-instance-5b98177b-502d-4e91-a3db-375f3bc44e2f\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-position-relative gls-card-cover-container  \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card gls-flex gls-flex-column  no-border gls-card-shadow   gls-text-left  gls-card-outline     \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card-body\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 class=\"coh-heading gls-card-title gls-margin-remove-bottom \"\u003eOptional Items\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg gls-margin-top \"\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNeoprene gloves and skullcap or balaclava\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWhistle\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRiver knife\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThrow bag\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFlip line\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSpray pants\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCarabiners and prusiks, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFeel free to bring any rescue\/safety gear that you own and use (your own throwbag, z-drag\/wrap kit, etc.), so that you can practice with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-0c0bcff5-f819-403b-89c1-6062f4e30ce3 coh-component-instance-0c0bcff5-f819-403b-89c1-6062f4e30ce3\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-section  gls-section-default gls-padding-remove-vertical\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-container default-width\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-1eff5ec7-a099-4179-8de1-94b6e2eb6fa5 coh-component-instance-1eff5ec7-a099-4179-8de1-94b6e2eb6fa5\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-section   default-size\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-container default-width\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-d1497f0d-556d-492e-8def-112e8e9fdc06 coh-component-instance-d1497f0d-556d-492e-8def-112e8e9fdc06 coh-heading-component\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-inline-element gls-pre-heading gls-h4 gls-text-muted gls-margin-xsmall-bottom \"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 class=\"coh-heading gls-h3 gls-text-secondary gls-heading-line gls-text-uppercase  gls-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"coh-inline-element\"\u003eSample Schedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-98341204-4712-4d68-b762-6b1a88935fbb coh-component-instance-98341204-4712-4d68-b762-6b1a88935fbb\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-container  gls-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-grid-medium gls-child-width-1-3@m gls-child-width-1-2@s gls-grid\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-a0a35a7e-834d-4eed-9251-c0bccfca4955 coh-component-instance-a0a35a7e-834d-4eed-9251-c0bccfca4955 gls-first-column\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-position-relative gls-card-cover-container  \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card gls-flex gls-flex-column  no-border gls-card-shadow   gls-text-left  gls-card-outline     \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card-body\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 class=\"coh-heading gls-card-title gls-margin-remove-bottom \"\u003eDay 1\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg gls-margin-top \"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introductions; River rescue philosophy; Equipment; throw bags; Depart for field\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM: \u003c\/strong\u003eSafety talk; Swimming; Live-bait rescues; Strainer drill; Scenarios\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-ee380de2-8083-443d-a065-afe08d9aebde coh-component-instance-ee380de2-8083-443d-a065-afe08d9aebde\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-position-relative gls-card-cover-container  \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card gls-flex gls-flex-column  no-border gls-card-shadow   gls-text-left  gls-card-outline     \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card-body\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 class=\"coh-heading gls-card-title gls-margin-remove-bottom \"\u003eDay 2\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg gls-margin-top \"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hypothermia; Shore-based anchors; Boat-based anchors; Mechanical advantage systems\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tension diagonals; Wading; Spinal precautions; Scenarios\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container ssa-component coh-component ssa-component-instance-2dfdb203-ae79-4e6e-a57e-4efd464267ef coh-component-instance-2dfdb203-ae79-4e6e-a57e-4efd464267ef\" data-lift-slot=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-position-relative gls-card-cover-container  \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card gls-flex gls-flex-column  no-border gls-card-shadow   gls-text-left  gls-card-outline     \"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-container gls-card-body\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 class=\"coh-heading gls-card-title gls-margin-remove-bottom \"\u003eDay 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"coh-wysiwyg gls-margin-top \"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Submersion; Entrapment- 1 shore; Panic swimmer\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entrapment-2 shore; Scenarios\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utah Whitewater Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51018825924831,"sku":"210000023786","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/6776\/9311\/files\/file_85bee267-1917-4d38-ab7a-0264751bcaad.png?v=1786144134","url":"https:\/\/utahwhitewatergear.com\/products\/u-of-u-swiftwater-rescue-techniques-srt-hosted-by-utah-whitewater-gear","provider":"Utah Whitewater Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}