White water rafting sounds like something only fully fledged professionals would tackle or people who are into water sports big time and are really serious about the activity. To be fair, you do have to be serious to take part in this sport and you also have to have a professional attitude and be prepared to take some instruction from a professional. It is not something you just try your hand at alone, without some guidance. However, it is open to all, amateurs, beginners and experienced rafters. It is great fun, not nearly as dangerous and risky as it may look and it is very exhilarating.
One of the aspects people report after they have completed a few sessions in white water rafting is the huge sense of achievement they gain. This can come from a number of reasons. It may be that you are simply trying out something new and it is an adventure you never dreamed possible. Or it could be because you have conquered a fear of risk. Others may report simply doing something that they had never tried before gave them their sense of glory or that they never realised that they would come away with such a tremendous feeling of fulfilment.
The main thing before you begin is to listen to the experts. As with most sport, there is always going to be an element of risk somewhere. With correct support, training and usually a little know how beforehand, you can gain enough insight to overcome these risks to a great extent. Once you have the correct frame of mind to approach the activity, you are nearly there. By taking advice and not simply assuming that just because you are a good swimmer you can ignore any guidance and just do your own thing, you are truly on your way. Accept constructive criticism from your trainer and you will enjoy white water rafting.
There are different techniques to discover such as 'punching' to conserve energy and help build momentum without too much expenditure of energy reserves. Then there is 'high siding' which simply means clambering to the side of the raft which rises higher in the air. This helps prevent the raft from moving sideways. Then of course there is the well known 'capsizing'. Do not think you will be so expert on your first attempts that this will not happen to you. Be prepared to get wet. Enjoy the thrills and spills and then learn from the experience.
One of the aspects people report after they have completed a few sessions in white water rafting is the huge sense of achievement they gain. This can come from a number of reasons. It may be that you are simply trying out something new and it is an adventure you never dreamed possible. Or it could be because you have conquered a fear of risk. Others may report simply doing something that they had never tried before gave them their sense of glory or that they never realised that they would come away with such a tremendous feeling of fulfilment.
The main thing before you begin is to listen to the experts. As with most sport, there is always going to be an element of risk somewhere. With correct support, training and usually a little know how beforehand, you can gain enough insight to overcome these risks to a great extent. Once you have the correct frame of mind to approach the activity, you are nearly there. By taking advice and not simply assuming that just because you are a good swimmer you can ignore any guidance and just do your own thing, you are truly on your way. Accept constructive criticism from your trainer and you will enjoy white water rafting.
There are different techniques to discover such as 'punching' to conserve energy and help build momentum without too much expenditure of energy reserves. Then there is 'high siding' which simply means clambering to the side of the raft which rises higher in the air. This helps prevent the raft from moving sideways. Then of course there is the well known 'capsizing'. Do not think you will be so expert on your first attempts that this will not happen to you. Be prepared to get wet. Enjoy the thrills and spills and then learn from the experience.
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