RPK instructors & staff

Every member of our staff is an ACA certified instructor. They know the best techniques to teach and help you progress to your desired level. They are all local dudes that have many years of experience on the rivers all over the western USA.

Andy Thunell

A.T. has been pushing the limits of kayaking for many years here in Utah. If he is not helping to pioneer first descents of the High Uinta creeks he is enjoying sick sessions on the best play waves in the area. Just talk to Andy and you will be so stoked on kayaking that you will run to the river.

 

Jackson Couch

Jackson is the creative power behind rapid progression. This guy truly makes Kayaking an art form in the river and on paper. If you are impressed by his creative kayaking, you will be blown away by his creative facial hair art. His mustache is to die for!


 

Mark Greenwood

Don’t be fooled by his calm attitude and quiet demeanor. Put this guy in water and watch him explode. Women desire him and Men desire to be him.




Pitt Grewe

Pitt is on an eternal journey to find the perfect adventure. Nothing can keep this guy from searching for the next adrenaline rush. He wants you to come along with him and Rapid Progression on the next adventure.