Personalized, Safe, and FUN Lessons for all Levels
Discover personalized whitewater lessons at Outdoor New England, meticulously crafted for every skill level and individual. Our expert instructors, enriched by extensive self-travel and training experiences, ensure a comprehensive learning environment. Explore the upper Winni's class I-II river section which is great for a beginner's learning experience and the challenge of the lower Winni's class III-IV section, both conveniently located within a 20-minute drive from downtown Franklin, NH. Benefit from walkable features for targeted practice in an adventure-packed setting. Elevate your whitewater skills with us for an unforgettable and skill-enhancing experience.
Winter 2026 - Pool Sessions
Winter Pool Sessions at Colby Sawyer College are back!!! More than just a roll session, we have designed a 4 part curriculum to elevate your skills, keep you fresh during the off-season, and get you ready for Spring! Book one session or check out the awesome savings you get by booking the value pack this year:
POOL PASSES
Pool sessions are 2 hours on the following dates: Jan: 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 15, 22, March 1, 8 at Colby Sawyer College 1:00-3:00PM
- Pool Pass Season Pack (8 sessions, gear included, no instruction) $160
POOL PASSES + LESSONS
Lessons are 1 hour and are followed by 1 hour of open pool time. 1:00-3:00PM at Colby Sawyer College. Lessons are offered in a 4 week curriculum sessions to keep you focused, building skills, and elevating your technique. Choose which session (or both!) you would like to attend.
- Session 1: Beginner 4-week series pack (includes gear)
Jan: 11, 18, 25, Feb 1
$280 - Session 2: Intermediate 4-week series pack (includes gear)
Feb 15, 22, March 1, 8
$280
Single Pool Pass or Lessons
A la carte or drop in Pool Sessions and Lessons:
POOL PASS
Pool sessions are 2 hours on the following dates: Jan: 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 15, 22, March 1, 8
1:00-3:00PM at Colby Sawyer College
- Pool Pass a la carte (no gear, no instruction) $25
POOL PASS + LESSON
Lessons are 1 hour and are followed by 1 hour of open pool time. 1:00-3:00PM at Colby Sawyer College.
- Pool Pass and single lesson drop-in (no gear) $75
CUSTOM LESSONS
Private Custom Lessons
Want to focus on a specific technique or skill in a 1:1 setting? Get personalized instruction and coaching from our expert guides. We will provide you with feedback and help you continually grow!
Reviews
FAQ
If you have your own gear, it is highly recommended but if you need gear for your lesson, we can definitely provide it. You will want to bring a change of clothes, water, depending on the weather you will want to bring appropriate paddle gear i.e.. winter dry suits, gloves ect.
Most lessons will meet at the shop, some will meet elsewhere which will be specified on the booking confirmation and in the description when you are booking. You will also be sent a reminder of the booking, what the lesson is, the date, time, and location with the google map address.
Nope! For our beginner lessons, roll/pool sessions and gripper to ripper program you don't need to know anything about whitewater. We will go over the basics and get you comfortable in a boat!