Master the best Whitewater rivers of Northern England!
Whitewater Canoe Performance Week
Dates: 26th – 30th October 2026 | Paddling Days: 5
Limited Spaces Available
Join Ollie Sandeman for a transformative 4-day performance week designed to bridge the gap between Grade 2 competence and Grade 3 mastery. This isn't just a guided tour; it’s a deep dive into the technical precision and tactical mindset required to run technical grade 3 whitewater with confidence, flair, and control.
During the week we’ll be touring the whitewater canoe classics of Northern England and developing your paddling with a low student-to-coach ratio allowing for a highly individualised experience, ensuring you get the specific feedback and "solid tactics" needed to level up your river running.
Highly experianced and active advanced coachs- Ollie and Matt are both highly experianced Advanced Coaches and National Trainers.
Low Student to Coach Ratio- A week of highly personalised and individualised performance feedback and coaching.
Dynamic Venue- Based in Penrith we’ll chase the water accessing the best of the Tees, Eden, Lune, Greta, and more.
Skill Level- Designed for Grade 2/3 paddlers looking to progress toward Grade 3+.
Technical Focus- Precision techniques: power transfer, boat setup, trim, angle, and timing.
Dynamic Logistics- Rivers chosen daily to match water levels and the team's specific developmental needs.
A Week Of Progression
We’ll be operating on a maximum ratio of 1:4 to ensure you receive dedicated input from both coaches which will help to build confidence and provide the skills you need to level up your paddling. This week will help you to refine your techniques, reduce your mishaps and to have the confidence and skills required to tackle grade 3. We will spend time looking at boat set up so you can maximise your performance, the key techniques of power generation and power transfer, with solid tactics of trim, angle, momentum, and timing that will enable you to move around the river more efficiently and with more precision.
The Classroom: Northern Englands Finest Whitewater
Based in Penrith, we sit at the heart of Northern Englands best whitewater. Our location allows us to pivot in any direction to find the perfect water levels and features for your progression:
East: The infamous Tees and Swale.
North: The Eden and Nith.
West: The Derwent and Greta.
South: The Lune and Kent.
Logistics & Details
Daily Schedule: 09:00 – 17:00.
Equipment: Participants are required to provide their own whitewater-outfitted canoe (Canoes are available to hire), personal paddling kit, and safety gear.
Self-Sufficient: You will be responsible for your own transport, food, and accommodation.
Accommodation: We recommend basing yourself near Penrith. Contact us for a list of recommended campsites, B&Bs, or hotels to suit your budget.
Ready to Level Up?
Join us for four days that will change the way you see and paddle whitewater.
Dates: 26th-30th October 2026
COST: £550 pp
Pay deposit to secure your place.