Swiftwater Rescue Technician 2 (SRT 2)

A two-day Rescue Canada course that starts with swimming skills and moves into entrapment drills and practical rescue concepts for anyone working on or near moving water.

What to Expect

• Defensive and aggressive swiftwater swimming
• Throw bags, wading and shore-based rescues
• Entrapment drills and practical rescue concepts
• Hands-on scenarios on the Kananaskis and Bow rivers

What’s Included

• Certified Rescue Canada instructors
• Rescue and safety equipment
• Rescue Canada certification on successful completion

Course Details

• Schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM daily
• Location: Canmore and Kananaskis area rivers (meet at 1350 Railway Ave, Unit 100)
• Prerequisites: comfortable swimming in moving water; good physical fitness
• Minimum age: 16

Upcoming Dates

• Apr 23–24, 2027

What to Bring

• Dry suit or full wetsuit (rentals may be available – ask when booking)
• Helmet, PFD and river shoes if you have your own
• Warm non-cotton layers, toque and a full change of clothes
• Packed lunch, snacks and a water bottle
• Notebook and pen

Why We Love It

Two days in moving water with experienced river professionals — the essential foundation for anyone who works near rivers.