This is the perfect place to find out why paddling is so much fun. Our river time will focus on fundamental river skills such as edging your kayak into turns, setting angles across river currents, and performing river maneuvers like eddy turns and peel outs to set you on a path toward confidently paddling on your own.
Whether your goal is to use Class II as a stepping stone to kayaking more difficult whitewater or as a destination in itself, the skills taught in this Intermediate clinic will serve you well.
Learn the skills that will take your kayaking to an intermediate/advanced level in our Advanced Strokes and Technical Skills 1 Day Clinic on the Deerfield River in Massachusetts.
Kayak clinics for and by Women.
Our private lesson is perfect for individuals and families who prefer a private, tailored learning experience.
This beginner kayaking clinic for teens offers those ages 14-17 a chance to learn whitewater kayaking in a fun and relaxed environment designed specifically with them in mind.
Come celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride month on the Deerfield River!
The outfitters shop biggest event of the summer! Zoar Outdoor’s DemoFest is the place to be this June! Sign up for clinics and/or demo a boat on the Deerfield River. Stop by The Outfitters Shop to save on the gear!
This is the perfect place to find out why paddling is so much fun. Our river time will focus on fundamental river skills such as edging your kayak into turns, setting angles across river currents, and performing river maneuvers like eddy turns and peel outs to set you on a path toward confidently paddling on your own.
Paddlesports are a great way to enjoy the outdoors while choosing your level of adventure. Zoar Outdoor offers canoeing and white water kayaking lessons on the Deerfield River in the Berkshire hills of Massachusetts to suit every level of paddler, from beginner to advanced. We are conveniently located 30 minutes north of Williamsburg and 45 minutes from Northampton.
Our kayaking and canoeing instructors are certified by the American Canoe Association (ACA) and tailor every clinic to your needs. Whether you are interested in an introduction to the sport of kayaking or canoeing or you’re taking your paddling skills to the next level with playboating, river rescue, or another clinic, our paddlesports school has a course for you.
Start a lifetime of river memories by kayaking in Massachusetts this season with Zoar Outdoor!
I highly recommend this trip iff you are a local or visiting the area raft with Zoar! It was just over a 2hr drive for us to get there, and it's great to have a way to enjoy rafting as a day trip. The staff are friendly, helpful, funny, and made the whole day fun. Good rapids and some nice big hits.
– Kimberly N., TripAdvisorWhat a fantastic experience! Cora was amazing. It is truly a bucket list checkoff that's a must, even if you have no experience...you will learn everything you need to know from these amazing guides. Great employees are hard to find, but every single one couldn't stop saying how much they not only love their job but they loved working for Zoar.
– Amanda B., TripAdvisorMy wife and I took a white water canoeing lesson at Zoar. Jim was a terrific instructor, very patient and genuinely concerned about improving our skills. Moreover, the tone of the whole establishment was considerate and helpful; I'm guessing that some of that comes from the top down.
– Loren K., TripAdvisorFrom booking to meeting Kevin, who was very friendly helpful and informative, our guides were Emi and Hannah, two of the nicest young ladies you could ever wish to meet. Our safety was of paramount importance but we also had a good laugh. The girls were extremely professional informative and full of local knowledge.
– Victoria F., TripAdvisor