Education and Training
Wilderness First Responder presented by SOLO Colorado
Join us at Defiance HQ in September 2022 for an eight-day, river-oriented Wilderness First Responder training presented by SOLO Colorado. The town of Glenwood Springs is close by and accessible by a bike trail. Onsite camping is available for a fee.
ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Courses
Learn the fundamentals of swiftwater rescue from Defiance’s American Canoe Association (ACA) certified instructors. No previous swiftwater training required.
2022 Course Schedule
- May 7 + 8
- August 27 + 28
Cost: $249 + 8% land use fee
*Optional CPR/First Aid certification is offered on the Saturday evening of each course offering for an additional $40.
CPR/First Aid
Join Defiance Senior River Pro and Lead Guide and Swiftwater Rescue Instructor, Jamie Linstrom at the Boathouse and earn your American RedCross two-year certification. Classes are offered beginning at 6pm the third Thursday of every month May – September.
If you are interested in more training & skill development, check out Defiance’s rafting guide training options.