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Paddling School Courses and Workshops

The Best Programs with the Best Instructors

At NOC, you to learn paddle from the best. Since the beginning, NOC has been the home of Olympic paddlers, boat makers, innovators, instructional book authors and teachers. Over the years, our Paddling School has garnered many awards and accolades for excellence in canoe and kayak instruction, but the one thing that is most important to us is your success on the water. Once you have taken a course from NOC, you'll see why our student-focused, goal-oriented, progression-based approach has made the difference for so many people.

Here, you'll find all the courses we offer at NOC's Paddling School. Browse by course and call us with any questions you may have at 888.905.7238. Our reservationists can help you choose the right instruction program to meet your goals.

"I would like to express my sincere thanks for the professional kayak instructor you paired me up with for my kayak roll instruction. Dan did a great job helping me understand the basics of the kayak roll. He also promoted a relaxed atmosphere to make learning more effective. I'm very happy with the results and look forward to progressing my skills at this fun sport."
—D. Brown
Tuxedo Park, NY

Every NOC Paddling School Course:

Includes top-notch gear to match our top-notch instruction. Boats, skirts, paddles and helmets are always provided for you, and we have a huge selection to assure you a great fit. All multi-day courses include comfortable lodging and hearty meals, plus a discount at our famous Outfitter's Store. You're also assured transportation to the day's river or lake.

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