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Soča Camp 1

4 May - 7 May

500€

The Soča is one of the most beautiful and technically interesting rivers in Europe. The beautiful color of the water, the countless practice spots and the lush green of the Slovenian forests make the Soča valley a very special vacation destination for kayakers. The Soča and its tributaries have many sections up to the 4th level of difficulty and are therefore very suitable for our courses.

We will set up our base camp at the "Liza" campsite in Bovec.

At this camp we offer an F1, F2, Creek 1 and Play the River 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 by the end of the course you will be able to ride with your friends, even without "better riders", on class II whitewater sections.

The Soča is perfect for practicing in easy white water. At any water level, there are countless switchbacks and the difficulty can be continuously increased. The ideal river for perfecting basic techniques.

  • 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
  • Soča
  • Koritnica

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 youth courses at the Soča).
  • 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 Soča offers us the perfect training ground for this! The labyrinths of white limestone rocks offer countless eddies, baffles and boofs. The clear water almost invites you to try an Eskimo roll every now and then...

  • 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
  • Soca
  • Koritnica

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 youth courses at the Soča).
  • 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 control boofing, steps and rollers.

We don't miss a single boof on the Soča! The class III whitewater and IV sections of the Soča provide a playground of stones, baffles and eddies. The current is usually very defined, so it's not difficult to get the right pressure on the paddle. And if the boof doesn't work the first time, there are 100 more opportunities downstream.

  • 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
  • Soca
  • Koritnica

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 Soca, 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.

Learn to play with your boat and the water!

The Play the River course is all about playing: get on the river with your Riverrunner and give it your all! Here you will learn how to play your way down the river with tricks and style. Targeted exercises will help you improve your technique, get your tail under water and keep your boat tip in the air! In addition to the different variations of the undercut, we will explain and practise rock splats, rock spins, pirouettes and many other riverrunning techniques in detail.

To take part in the Play the River course, you should already have a good general technique (F2 level or higher) and a roll rate - even in unfavorable conditions - of at least 80%.

  • Explanation of the most important terms and material
  • Tips for fitting your kayak and determining the ideal seating position
  • Fundamentals of flow theory
  • Dynamic sweeping with forward stroke and pulling stroke
  • "Hold" the torque on the boat and learn to use it in the various moves
  • Expand dynamic movement using weight positioning and upper body rotation.
  • Use the current: edge correctly and build up pressure on the paddle blade!
  • Different variants of undercutting
  • Rocksplats and Rockspins
  • Candles and pirouettes
  • Backdeck Roll and much more.
  • Dynamic sweeping with a dry tip and dry tail
  • "Hold" torque on the boat over several changes of direction
  • Undercutting when entering the current
  • Undercutting when entering the eddy
  • Positioning the kayak on the stern when crossing waves
  • Candles in rolls and small steps
  • Keep the kayak on the stern and on the tip by shifting your weight over a longer period of time
  • Implement Rocksplat from the drive and from dynamic undercutting
  • Wavewheels and kickflips over waves and shoulders and much more.
  • Soca
  • Koritnica

To take part in the Play the River 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.
  • bring a Riverrunner kayak. If you don't have one (yet), we can lend you one.
  • Discover the fun of river running and learn as many moves as possible
  • Improve boat feel and control over maneuvers
  • Recognize your own "problem areas" through video analysis and feedback from the trainer
  • Define individual exercises that will help you personally and which you can do at any time after the course
  • Implement playful riding in white water

Free course places

There are still places available!

There are still places available!

There are still places available!

There are still places available!

Key data and prices

  • We meet on the first day of the course at 10:00 am at the S2S group tent on Camp Liza.
  • Campsite "Liza" directly at the confluence of the Koritnica and Soča rivers in Bovec.
  • Four-day kayak course
  • Maximum of 5 participants per kayak instructor
  • Rental equipment (optional)
  • Kitchen tent
  • Kitchen equipment
  • Barbecue
  • Tables and benches

Course fee per person

€ 500

Rental equipment (optional)

€ 145

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