Courses & Expeditions
Courses & Expeditions with Wyld Heart
From the glacial blue waters of Patagonia to the famous big water of West Virginia, Wyld Heart offers transformational guide schools, ACA certifications, and skill-building expeditions for river runners of all genders and experience levels. Current offerings include the 2026 Patagonia Expedition, guide schools in Chile and Argentina, ACA L4 and L5 courses in Chile, a big-water rowing clinic in West Virginia in May, and an ACA L5 Raft Instructor Update.
Whether you’re leveling up your technical skills, preparing for an international expedition, or stepping into your next chapter as a leader, these programs are designed to challenge you, grow you, and connect you with a community committed to showing up fully.
You can also book Wyld Heart for individual on-river coaching through Canyon River Instruction or ACE—or join Jess internationally for private, customized instruction in Chile, Argentina, Costa Rica, or wherever your next dream river takes you.
If you’d like to bring Jess to your river or organization—whether to teach a guide school, lead an ACA course, run a trip, or speak to your team—reach out anytime. Jess loves collaborating with communities and creating custom training experiences around the world.
Patagonia Spring 2027
Back my popular demand, multiple dates offered in Southern Chile, Spring 2027. Row Patagonia is a weeklong, big-water rowing immersion on the stunning rivers of southern Chile – combining expert instruction, cultural connection, and the kind of personal transformation that only wild places inspire.
Costa Rica August 2026
This Costa Rica immersion integrates technical whitewater instruction with evidence-informed mental training. Days focus on paddling skills, river reading, decision-making, and managing fear and pressure. Evenings support recovery and integration through guided reflection and meditation at a remote jungle lodge.
August 15th - 22nd, 2026
Big Water Clinic, Patagonia Fall 2026
Petrohue River, Chile
Ready to move from Class III into confident, controlled Class IV boating, or sharpen the advanced skills you already have? This is a full-week technical immersion designed for intermediate- to advanced-level boaters who want more than just mileage. We train big-water boat control, precise line execution, consequence management, and decision-making under pressure, alongside performance-based mindset training that transfers to every rapid you run.
October 18-25, 2026
Women’s Rowing Clinic - West Virginia
All women’s rowing clinic in West Virginia on the New and Gauley rivers. Write Jess at jess@wyldheartco.com for more information.
May 19th-21st, 2026
Bosnia & Croatia Summer 2027
All women’s river clinic, summer 2027. Guest instructor, Abbie Whener. Stay tuned for more information.
ACA L4 Raft ICW Instructor - Oregon
ACA L4 Rafting Instructor Certification Workshop that builds solid teaching foundations, sharp technical proficiency, and the confidence to lead and instruct safely in dynamic whitewater environments.
May 7th-12th, 2026
Private Instruction
Looking for private, one-on-one instruction or hoping to set up a custom training for a small group? Wyld Heart offers personalized experiences designed around your goals.
Jess specializes in creating tailored courses for individuals and small teams—whether you’re preparing for a specific expedition, building technical river skills, or looking for an intensive day (or several) focused on growth and confidence on the water.
Private training can be arranged almost anywhere in the world. If you’re interested in working together, click the link below to send an email and start the conversation about getting some days on the calendar.
Let’s work together
This isn’t about being fearless. It’s about choosing courage, building strength, and stepping into your expedition ready for whatever comes. Are you ready to train your Wyld Heart?