Advanced Whitewater Kayaking Courses (Class III-IV)
Become a confident and proficient paddler in Class III-IV whitewater. Paddlers will focus on stroke choice, timing, concepts, and using river features to navigate more powerful, complex rapids. We offer one and multi-day courses. These courses offer the perfect mix of both instruction and river running on the most iconic rivers in the Southeast.
Advanced Whitewater Kayaking: Rapid Edge Courses (Class III-IV)
Our Rapid Edge Advanced Whitewater Kayaking courses offer the perfect mix of both instruction and river running on the most iconic rivers in the Southeast! Become a more proficient paddler in Class III-IV whitewater.
Skills You’ll Learn and Develop
NOC offers one and multi-day courses to fit different schedules and goals.
- Scouting & Dissecting Class III Rapids
- Stroke Choice, Timing and Compound Stroke Refinement
- Ferrying, Eddy Turns & Peel Outs in dynamic water
- Concepts like Carving and redirecting momentum in and out of eddies
- Using river features to Navigate Complex & Powerful Rapids
- Surfing waves, holes, and spinning
- Boofing and using rocks
- River Safety Techniques
- Fine-tuning bracing and rolling
Nantahala Playboat Workshop
Spend the day on the Nantahala, dialing in downriver moves before hitting our world-class play hole with coaching from a professional NOC instructor. Surfing, stern squirts, cartwheels and flat spins are all on the menu. One day, endless moves, maximum fun.
Gateway to the Ocoee
This full-day workshop, led by NOC’s professional Paddling School instructors, provides the opportunity to learn and master the best access points, lines, and techniques for kayaking on the Ocoee River. With a focus on navigating continuous whitewater, big waves, and dynamic river features.
Step Up to the Ocoee
Two days, one mission: To help you achieve your goal of experiencing the Ocoee. We’ll sharpen your skills with a tune-up on the Nantahala River before shifting to the Ocoee for an introduction to the Southeast’s most iconic continuous class III river. Our instructors know every conservative and rowdy line and will guide you toward the appropriate challenge for wherever you are in your progression.
2-Day Ocoee Immersion
Embark on a thrilling kayaking journey with our Ocoee Intensive program, designed to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience on the iconic Ocoee River. Join NOC’s 2-day program for intermediate to advanced paddlers seeking to enhance their skills and fully immerse themselves in the Ocoee River. Led by NOC’s professional Paddling School instructors, participants will have the opportunity to learn advanced river running techniques and explore the Ocoee River in depth through increased river time and practice.
4-Day Ocoee Intensive
Led by NOC’s professional Paddling School instructors, participants will have the opportunity to learn advanced river running techniques and explore the Ocoee River in depth through increased river time and practice.
Three Days, Three Rivers
Over the course of three days, we will guide you on a progressive journey through some of the Southeast’s finest rivers. This program blends professional coaching, guided exploration, and challenge, making it perfect for paddlers ready to push their limits.
Chattooga Immersion
Experience two unforgettable days on the Southeast’s premier Wild & Scenic River. The Chattooga Immersion program is designed for paddlers who want to elevate their technical boating capabilities and experience the inner corridor of Section IV.
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Before You Visit
Students must be 18 years or older. Before booking, please review each class’s requirements and additional information by clicking “Learn More” under each course above.
Meet Our Instructors
The NOC Paddling School stands out because of its exceptional instructors, who are experienced, skilled paddlers, and creative teachers. Their expertise and dedication are why Outside Magazine named us the “Best Place to Learn”
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