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Corsica Camp 2

March 31 - April 6

750€

Corsica is not only one of the most beautiful islands in Europe, but also the hotspot for kayakers at the start of the season! Corsica has white water of all levels of difficulty. While the temperatures at home are still quite cool in March and April, we are usually spoiled with pleasant temperatures and beautiful weather in Corsica at this time of year.

At this camp we offer an F1, F2, Creek 1 and Creek 2 Course . Please click on one of the courses below to find out more details about the course content and prerequisites.

Learn to move independently and safely on WW II!

In this course, you will gain confidence on class II whitewater. The aim is that at the end of the course you will be able to ride with your friends, even without "better riders", on class II whitewater sections.

Our Corsica Camp has four beautiful class II whitewater river sections in the immediate vicinity of the campsite. Many more can be reached within a short drive. So we spend the days here practising by the river and in the sun instead of in the car.

  • Repetition of basic techniques on the lake as learned at Beginners Course
  • Flow theory
  • Recognizing and using different currents on the river
  • Expand dynamic movement using weight positioning and upper body rotation.
  • Eddying technique using forward stroke and draw stroke
  • Control of the kayak by proper edging and blade pressure
  • Introduction to belaying with a throwbag (Basic Kit)
  • Rope ferry across the river (traversing)
  • Breaking out
  • Combinations of several sweeping waters or different obstacles
  • Quick changes of direction
  • Punching stones
  • Tavignano
  • Vecchio
  • Golo
  • Asco
  • Other rivers depending on the water level.

To be able to take part in Advanced 1 Course , you must

  • Be able to swim confidently
  • Be in overall good health.
  • have first experience in kayaking, such as after our Beginners Course Level 2.
  • be at least 14 years old (we also offer special youth courses in Corsica).
  • Consolidate and deepen the basic techniques
  • Be able to drive independently class II whitewater

WW intensive course including roller training!

Do you feel at home on class II whitewater and would finally like to enter more difficult waters? Or are you already a frequent visitor to class III whitewater but would like to be a bit more confident? Then this is the course for you. We'll show you how much fun more gradients and more water pressure can be if you simply rely on the current and your technique.
In this course, we focus on using the current, estimating lines and navigating tactics in a group, as well as on good technique. The aim of the course is to develop routine in class III whitewater .

The Corsican rivers offer us not only the - often more difficult - sections but also a lot of white water in the medium and lower difficulty levels. On this course, you will learn a lot of technique and also get to know Corsica and its river pearls.

  • Flow theory
  • Recognizing and using different currents on the river
  • Expand dynamic movement using weight positioning and upper body rotation.
  • Eddying technique using forward stroke and draw stroke
  • Control of the kayak by proper edging and blade pressure
  • Scouting: Assessing dangers, choosing lines
  • Navigation tactics in the group: communication and safety posts
  • Boofen
  • Driving impact cushions
  • Breaking out
  • Punching stones
  • Sweeping water combinations
  • Tavignano
  • Vecchio
  • Golo
  • Asco
  • Travo
  • Taravo
  • Other rivers depending on the water level.

To be able to take part in Advanced 2 Course , you must

  • Be able to swim confidently
  • Be in overall good health.
  • be sure to visit class II whitewater .
  • be at least 14 years old (we also offer special youth courses in Corsica).
  • Be able to drive independently class III whitewater

Your way to WW IV!

Ride your line with ease and a dry spraydeck! At class IV whitewater you can only hit your line if you work with the flow. That's why at Creek 1 Course we look closely at the flow and use it. We analyze the currents and define exactly which weight shift and which pull on the paddle are necessary to precisely ride your chosen line. At the same time, you will learn how to boof and control steps and rollers.

Corsica is one of the best kayaking areas in the world for beginners. Thanks to the countless steps and waterfalls and the low water force, you can gain your first experience in heavy white water on Corsica without any great risk.

Our Creek 1 courses teach you how to move safely and independently on class IV whitewater !

  • Be aware of movement sequences: upper body posture and paddle use
  • Analyze complex lines
  • Timing: precise edge changes and stroke sequences
  • Boofen
  • Use flow elements and river obstacles for your own line
  • Navigation tactics in the group: communication and safety
  • Driving impact cushions
  • Boofing over steps and rollers
  • Turning maneuvers in rollers
  • Driving sweeping water combinations
  • Scouting and securing
  • Vecchio
  • Asco
  • Golo
  • Fium Orbo
  • Tavignano
  • Solenzara
  • Travo
  • Taravo
  • Other rivers depending on the water level.

To be able to take part in Creek 1 Course , you must

  • Be able to swim confidently
  • Be in overall good health.
  • safely class III whitewater (e.g. Untere Ötz, abseiling section of the Soča, Brandenberger Ache: Wiesklamm, Loisach).
  • master the Whitewater Roll (at least 80% roll-up rate).
  • be at least 14 years old.
  • WW IV independently and safely.
  • Getting pressure on the paddle blade at the crucial moment.
  • Drive lines precisely.
  • Finding sensible places to boulder and implementing a sequence of movements with the right timing.

Creeking perfection course!

If you feel comfortable on class IV whitewater , can confidently hit your lines and no longer have any major deficits in your kayaking technique, then this is the right course for you. It's all about moving fluidly in difficult white water.

Ride your lines with little effort and lots of style. We'll show you how it all works and give you valuable tips that will help you on heavy white water and massively increase the fun factor.

Safety is of course also an important topic in this course. But don't worry - we won't be standing around pointlessly on the bank with the throw bag at every spot. Instead, we'll think about what kind of safety device makes sense where and why and then implement it as quickly as possible. After all, we want to paddle!

At Creek 2 Course , we assume that you have mastered everything you need to safely and independently navigate WW IV. In the course, we deal with tactical considerations and put the finishing touches to your technique. The program includes, for example

  • Analyze lines and drive precisely
  • Finding the fast line
  • Leanboof
  • Landing steps safely
  • Minimize effort through efficient paddling style
  • Maximize pressure on the paddle blade at the decisive moment
  • Vecchio
  • Asco
  • Golo
  • Fium Orbo
  • Restonica
  • Solenzara
  • Travo
  • Taravo
  • Other rivers depending on the water level.

To be able to take part in Creek 2 Course , you must

  • class IV whitewater can drive with confidence.
  • have experience in safety.
  • safely eskimotieren.
  • be at least 14 years old.
  • Navigate heavy white water with ease.
  • Assess locations correctly and organize access.
  • Independently create a safety concept for heavy driving.

Free course places

Unfortunately this course is full. There are still places available in Camp 1!

There are still places available!

There are still places available!

There are still places available!

Key data and arrival

  • We meet on the first day of the course at 10:00 am at Camping Ernella (directly on the river Tavignano).

Our base camp is located at the "L'Ernella" campsite (between Corte and Aléria on the N200) right at the entrance to the Tavignano Gorge. We can get in and out directly at the campsite. Most of the Corsican rivers can be reached quickly by car from here.

  • One-week kayak course with one rest day. We usually have our rest day on the fourth day of the course.
  • Rental equipment (optional - with transportation to Corsica and back)
  • Airport shuttle (optional)
  • Kitchen
  • Common room
  • Tables and benches

Course fee per person

€ 750

Rental equipment (optional)

€ 180

By car:

We recommend the ferry line "Corsica Ferries" for the crossing. Corsica Ferries offers crossings from Toulon, Nice and Livorno. The advantage of Corsica Ferries is that this ferry line also offers several daily crossings in the low season. You can find the exact ferry schedule and online booking here: Corsica Ferries.

By airplane:

There are two airports in Corsica (Bastia and Ajaccio). Our camp can be reached from Bastia airport in about an hour. From Ajaccio airport it takes about 2 hours to reach the camp. Unfortunately, you can't get to the campsite by public transport from either airport. We therefore recommend that you either hire a car at the airport or have us pick you up at the airport. Please let us know as early as possible if you need a shuttle from us!

Do you have any questions about this offer? Then contact us at any time by e-mail. We look forward to advising you!

Level of difficulty

WW2, WW3, WW4 and WW5