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4DRV-101: Introduction To Off Road Driving Public Class
Priced using your own vehicle, rentals available at an additional fee.
Driver Only: $295
Driver + all passengers: $385
NORA Rental rigs available, click here for rental options & pricing.

Public class – click on a date to register
Saturday @ 11:30am: 4/5, 8/2, 12/6  

This class may also be taken as Private Training with one-on-one instruction.

We also offer this class on different dates for specific vehicle models.

Learning, Adventure & Fun – our ‘Intro’ class consistently delivers all three! This class is a great way to experience off road driving without a major time commitment. Watch a 1-hour recorded presentation covering off road driving technique, skills & tips before your training day. While onsite, you and your instructor(s) put theory to practice on NORA’s natural terrain obstacle courses.  Soon after, you are driving on rugged terrain including hills, trees, ledges, rocks and more with lesson stops on the trail. Training is safety focused with themes of people, vehicle and environmental preservation. Your onsite time at NORA is outdoors and in your vehicle. All students must register in advance to attend a class, no ‘walk-ins’ accepted.

Length: 1 hour online recorded presentation + 2 hours on-site
Location: Your email will be enabled to view the online presentation about 1 week before your class. Onsite training is held at our Ellenville, NY Training Center.
Who: This family friendly class is an excellent introduction for anyone wishing to learn safe, low speed off road driving techniques used in Overlanding and recreational/commercial off road driving. This is also a great family fun experience.
Off Road Driving Experience Level: This is a beginner class for students with no experience.
What’s Covered: This hybrid class (online recorded presentation & onsite instruction) includes an overview of common 4 wheel drive controls, driving on woodland terrain, working with a spotter, minimizing environmental impact and off-road driving safety. Students drive our obstacle courses and navigate a 1 hour beginner trail drive with instructors walking by their side. Onsite terrain includes driving over rocks, tight woodland trails and hill sections.
Requirements: Bring your stock (unmodified) or modified 4 wheel drive vehicle with 4-low and front/rear recovery points.  Vehicle must be street legal, registered & insured. Drivers must have a valid drivers license.
Vehicle Rentals: Rent a NORA trail rig for the class; contact us to confirm availability before registering.

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NORA has worked with over 11,000 clients since 2011 and has received Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Award each year since 2020 for consistently earning great reviews from travelers. We are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor! Our team of instructors and guides are all passionate about what we do, and we strive to give you an exceptional experience. See our Testimonials.