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Hosted by: Cathy Fort

Why not come and join our friendly group of walkers exploring the beautiful parkland of Attingham with its accient trees, and wonderful wild life. We take our time walking in nature enjoying the bird song and beautiful views and lanscape. Every season brings us somthing special and is one of our most popular walking locations.

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Enjoy sociable Nordic walking at an easy gentle pace.

Delivered in partnership with WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL, these gentle paced easy adventure walks are designed for people who haven’t exercise for a while, and those who are recovering from, or living with, illness or injury.  

Mostly gear 1 with some gear 2 where appropriate over mixed terrain and lasting 45 minutes.

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A moderately paced ADVENTURE walk of approximately 5 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk with occasional short bursts of gear 3 where appropriate and on mixed terrain.

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For those of our members (and their partners/carers as appropriate) with mild Parkinson's symptoms, this is a gentle and safe way to improve posture, functional movement and confidence when walking. No pressure here to walk further or faster than you feel comfortable with. This leisurely walk lasts up to an hour, and includes exercises that help with flexibility, balance and strength. 

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Our new Yoga WALX are gentle, mindful walks incorporating Nordic Walking and standing Hatha Yoga asanas (poses).  These sessions help improve balance, flexibility and strength alongside mindfulness and relaxation too.

All sessions are suitable for complete beginners to yoga as well as more experienced yogis.

Sessions are held at the beautiful woodland of Evanton Community Wood which provides a fantastic way of connecting with nature.

Yoga WALX can be a great way for those getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

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Our Wellbeing classes are gentler Nordic walking sessions, suitable for those gradually building their fitness levels, or with injuries or medical conditions that require a more gradual approach to improved health and fitness.

For those who will benefit, this class can include gentle balance, strength and breathing exercises, and individual rest periods are incorporated when required.

This session is about an hour.

Poles Provided

Wear footwear suitable for outdoor walking and clothes to match the weather.

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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk around Moor Park area. Finishing at Rosemarys on the Park for refreshments.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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This is the new walk that will take place once a month and although sociable you will also get instruction on technique so you can really get the benefit from your nordic walking.

Ideal for all.

In case of problems contact your walk leader:

Ian 07939 175505

Carol - 07545 779474

Carolyn - 07773 352434

All our walks are inclusive and assistance dogs might be on a walk if required.

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If you want to Discover what WALX is all about, try this DISCOVERY SESSION.

The focus of this session will be on wellness.

With qualified Instructors' guidance, you will learn how to walk well and get more out of your walking. We will also look at how to be mindful of your surroundings and practice a breathing exercise.

You will taste Total Body WALX with light, functional movements and experience the Wellness WALX gentle yoga with poles, Chi for well-being and breath work.

There is something for everyone as we cater for all fitness levels, from functional needs to marathons, Bumps and Babies, WALX n TALX, and so much more.

It's a brilliant way to find out more about WALX Kennet Valley and how we can help you walk well, get more out of walking, meet other walkers, enjoy the best local walking routes and learn how total body walking with poles and drills might be the best way to exercise ever!

It's the perfect way to age younger, strengthen your core, improve posture, balance and flexibility, manage weight, and improve stamina and energy.

Pre-booking is essential.

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Total Bdoy WALX sessions are all about improving fitness. This session is a walk with drills, using the terrain and distance stamina and endurance will  mprove.

Some resistance work will be included using resistance bands. Technique is also worked on, good technique will provide an excellent cardio and overall body workout. 

This session is a mix of everything to get you stronger and fitter.          

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The walk takes us through beautiful broad leaf woodland crossing the road via a bridge to enter the main

plantation in Cannon hill.

See below for full description.

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A gentle- to moderate-paced Nordic walk for all abilities. Your instructor will challenge faster walkers while supporting those who require a slightly gentler pace.

New to Nordic walking? Get in touch to discuss getting started on a Tuesday morning.

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A gentler walk at a pace suitable for those building their fitness levels and who prefer a more accommodating walking pace. This Wellness WALX is open to those using poles, not using poles or who would like to try poles. Beginners are very welcome.

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A great chance to build up your fitness whilst enjoying a Nordic walk in this beautiful Country Park. Previously an Ironstone Quarry the park is a lovely mix of woodland and green spaces bursting with flora and fauna. The varied tracks and trails provide variety and mixed terrain with opportunities to raise the heartbeat but also time to enjoy peace and mindfulness.

Available to those who hold a FREEDOM PASSPORT.

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Enjoy sociable Nordic walking at an easy gentle pace.

Delivered in partnership with THREE RIVERS DISTRICT COUNCIL, these gentle paced easy adventure walks are designed for people who haven’t exercise for a while, and those who are recovering from, or living with, illness or injury.  

Mostly gear 1 with some gear 2 where appropriate over mixed terrain and lasting 90 minutes.

Covering approximately 3-4 miles

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This is the perfect session to start to build on your health and fitness. 

This session is suitable for those who want to build up to the longer or more vigorous walks or may have concerns about their health. Many of our members are seeing the benefits of participating in the wellness sessions. 

Results have included a reduction in blood pressure, improvements in breathing, better balance and a general feeling of wellbeing. We have a lot of fun as we exercise in the fresh air. This is a very social session.

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A 45 minute session that will help you understand just how beneficial Nordic walking can be and how it is far more than just walking with poles!!

Poles are provided. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking and the weather. If you have to carry a bag, a backpack is the most convenient as anything else may hinder your walking action.

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Gentle WALX makes every movement count! Gentle but with sassiness. 

It incorporates the Total Body WALX and strengthens the core and up to 95% of your muscle groups. This session focuses on how you move: correct posture, foot placement, knee movement, spinal rotation and balance.

Your qualified instructor will guide you through how to get the MOST out of every step you take. Perfect if you are aware of weaknesses in your body or if you have neurological or muscular degenerative restrictions such as Parkinson's, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, or post-op surgery, for example.

Newcomers Welcome.

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Not joined a Nordic group walk for a while? Concerned about pace? Want to enjoy a gentle walk with good company in a fabulous spot? Like the idea of completing 2.5 miles in an hour? This is the walk for YOU!  

This walk is the perfect way to work on your fitness in a fabulous setting.Come and enjoy gentle walking in the woods, pastures and next to the broad at beautiful Whitlingham Country Park take in the views, fresh air and company of the group, whilst being active outdoors. Routes alternate each week.  Expect some hills...

2.5 - 3 miles

£8.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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Where better to learn the benefits of using poles than on an old Iron Age Hillfort with 360 degree views.

The POWER OF THE POLES Induction process is suitable for all levels and is a structured teaching programme. 

Your qualified Instructor will help you understand your current level of fitness and empower you to use poles at the correct intensity in order to get the results you want.

At the end of this session, you will have a full understanding of using poles correctly and a level where you will be issued with the NWUK Freedom Passport, allowing you to join thousands of walks & classes, every week all around the UK.

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Join us for a walk around the park.

It can be done by anybody, anywhere.  Poles are provided.  Ensure that you wear suitable footwear and outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather. 

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Gear one

Start your Monday with a 2k to 3k gentle WALX that incorporates balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of yoga or relaxation too. These walks take place around Stanmore and Harrow Weald on mainly flat terrain but we do go on trails through the woods so that we can enjoy the changes in nature throughout the year. This is a very friendly group and we are always ready to welcome new walkers who want to get back into exercise in a safe and gradual way.

Starting in April 2024 there is also the option to sign up for the 6 week Total Body Walking Programme in the beautiful Canons Park in Stanmore which is being supported by TfL and Friends of Canons Park. This programme runs on Tuesdays and Sundays at 11am.

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We hope to be walking our circular route into Countesthorpe and then back into Blaby and back to the park. 

Please remember that paths can be muddy in places at this time of year.

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A relaxing walk, where you will feel at one with nature. Join us as we meander through the woods and then out into more open countryside to enjoy the views.

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Depending on preference and fitness level, this flexible walk is for those who would normally book on to our ‘well-being extra’ walk (up to 75 minutes), or for those who might normally book on to our longer, quicker ‘easy adventure’ walk (up to 90 minutes).