
International Rafting Federation -
Guide Training Program (GTP)
Purpose and Goal of the Course:
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A five-day intensive raft guide course (40 hours) is designed for new raft guides/rookies.
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Acquiring the skills and confidence to lead trips independently requires a significant investment of time. The primary purpose of the course is to provide rookies with a solid foundation for faster progress.
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The goal is to gain basic knowledge of raft guiding and working with guests, following internationally recognized guidelines.
Main Content:
• Quality Safety Demonstration (Talk)
• Raft Guiding Techniques
• Crew Management (Working with Guests on the Raft)
• Flip Drill Procedure
• Safe Implementation of Commercial Rafting Trips
GTP Details:
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Dates: 21 to 25. May 2025
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Level: 2 / 3 / 4
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Locations: Bled (Sava Dolinka, Sava Bohinjka), Kobarid (Soča River), Slovenia
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Languages spoken: English (official language of the IRF), Slovenian
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Instructors: Blaž Stan, Andraž Krpič
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Contact: Phone or WhatsApp:
Andraž Krpič: +38640485767 - Email: kobaridkayakschool@gmail.com
Blaž Stan: +386 40 701 650 - Email: blaz.stan@gmail.com
MORE DETAILS:
What is included in the cost?
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All tuition
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Rafts & paddles
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River shuttles
What is not included in the cost?
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Lodging
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Personal medical and travel insurance
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Personal protective and rescue equipment
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Travel to and from the training venue
The minimum number of participants for the course is 6, and the maximum is 14. If the minimum conditions aren't met, the course will be canceled, and the participant will be offered another date or a 100% refund.


Pricelist
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GTP: € 450
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Assesment fee for the participants of this GTP: € 100
All prices are in Euros per person, and they include 22% VAT.