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Swiss Outdoor Training Center is a Swiss provider of whitewater training, water rescue education and canyoning experiences, serving both private participants and professionals across Switzerland. Drawing on 30 years of international industry experience, it emphasizes quality, small groups and practical safety, with experienced guides and instructors. Its canyoning program ranges from introductory, intermediate and advanced trips to private outings and special packages, alongside courses for recreational canyonists and those preparing for professional guiding.

Training includes one-day water safety courses covering swimming, basic self-rescue, river hazards and hydrology, as well as two-day water rescue courses. The center also offers tailored training for companies and rescue teams, and delivers internationally recognized Rescue 3 courses, including WRT, SRT and WCT, the latter designed for canyonists. Additional services include guide preparation courses, safety training, advice on risk-management systems and support with ISO 21101 certification.

The organization states that its operation is certified to the ISO 21101 adventure tourism standard and is an official Rescue 3 Europe training provider