Whitewater Attainment

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Paddling whitewater is so much more than running rapids, making moves, and rolling back upright. To us, being on the river is the whole package; it makes us focus, think, visualize, and communicate, as well as demands precision and equanimity in a dynamic environment. That is why paddling is so much fun! Whitewater Attainment programs reflect this whitewater philosophy. Our immersive approach to instruction focuses on technical skills, and thinking skills such as planning, communication, and risk management for recreational kayakers and all river professionals.

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This 1-day course covers the fundamentals you need to start whitewater kayaking. Learn critical safety skills, foundational strokes, maneuvering, and tactics for running class-II rapids. Start your kayaking adventure with a robust set of technical and thinking skills to build on.

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Want to learn how to have fun and be safe in the winter backcountry? Whitewater Attainment Owner and Lead Instructor Tommy Gram is a Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) Co-Owner and Lead Guide and Instructor in the fall and winter months.

If you want to get into the backcountry, Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) is your hub for Outdoor Education & Backcountry Adventure. BVMA leads trips and educational courses for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts, and specialize in the winter adventures that make Colorado a world class destination.

Want to learn how to have fun and be safe in the winter backcountry? Whitewater Attainment Owner and Lead Instructor Tommy Gram is a Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) Co-Owner and Lead Guide and Instructor in the fall and winter months.

If you want to get into the backcountry, Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) is your hub for Outdoor Education & Backcountry Adventure. BVMA leads trips and educational courses for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts, and specialize in the winter adventures that make Colorado a world class destination.

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Private Kayak Instruction

Do you or your crew want a private kayak course? Let Whitewater Attainment tailor a day or multiple days of kayak instruction just for you. From beginners to advanced boaters, grow technical skills, safety knowledge, and explore various river options.

Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking

This 1-day course covers the fundamentals you need to start whitewater kayaking. Learn critical safety skills, foundational strokes, maneuvering, and tactics for running class-II rapids. Start your kayaking adventure with a robust set of technical and thinking skills to build on.

ACA Swiftwater Rescue Skills

Being prepared as a paddler is an essential skill to learn and develop. Whitewater enthusiasts of all disciplines and skill levels, as well as guides and instructors, benefit from a rescue course. Build skills to manage risk on the river. Develop a rescue mindset and learn an assessment process to “get the big picture” in critical situations. Practice using rescue gear and simple to complex rescue techniques. This course combines an outdoor classroom with hands-on learning scenarios in whitewater.

Backcountry Skiing & AIARE Avalanche Education

Want to learn how to have fun and be safe in the winter backcountry? Whitewater Attainment Owner and Lead Instructor Tommy Gram is a Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) Co-Owner and Lead Guide and Instructor in the fall and winter months.

If you want to get into the backcountry, Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) is your hub for Outdoor Education & Backcountry Adventure. BVMA leads trips and educational courses for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts, and specialize in the winter adventures that make Colorado a world class destination.

Want to learn how to have fun and be safe in the winter backcountry? Whitewater Attainment Owner and Lead Instructor Tommy Gram is a Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) Co-Owner and Lead Guide and Instructor in the fall and winter months.

If you want to get into the backcountry, Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA) is your hub for Outdoor Education & Backcountry Adventure. BVMA leads trips and educational courses for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts, and specialize in the winter adventures that make Colorado a world class destination.

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kayaking/rafting

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Tommy@WhitewaterAttainment.com

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719-398-0744