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A faster-paced walk using poles for added benefits putting a little pep in your step adding speed through technique.

Using inclines and intervals to challenge you more whilst learning new skills for uneven terrain, technique tips and building confidence for bigger and longer days in the hills.

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The Explorer WALX will take you to various local countryside parks and nature reserves, following pathways and river courses around St Albans. Visit some of Hertfordshire's beautiful countryside, on varied terrain, these walks are ideal for anyone who wants to improve their fitness and enjoy the social side of walking.

If you feel unwell between the time of booking the walk and attending please err on the side of caution and cancel.

From one hour WALX in your local country park to a half day in the hills.

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Join me for our monthly Nordic Well-being walk in the amazing Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest.  

This will be a gently paced nordic walk ending at the cafe for coffee! 

Note that there is a fixed parking fee of £3.80.  To get this rate please do not pay at the ticket machines but visit the office (in the visitor centre) where they will take your car registration number.  Parking is free for members.

Note that due to the cost to me of running this walk, I need to charge a higher fee than usual and unfortunately am unable to offer the 20% prepaid discount or free DD walk (I will contact DD payers to request payment). If you have any questions about this please let me know.  

This walk is open to all and I will lend poles and give you some tips if you are new to Nordic walking.  I would then recommend that you do a Nordic walking induction session to learn the full technique and get the most from your walking.  We can arrange this at a time to suit you. 

I need a minimum of 3 people for a walk.  Please cancel by 6pm the day before a walk.  If you need to cancel after this time or on the day of the walk, I would ask that you just let me know that you cannot attend and the walk will remain chargeable. If a walk is to be cancelled due to insufficient numbers, I will let you know by 8pm the evening before.

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What could be more well-being than a coffee and cake stop?

Join us for our coffee and cake walk. This time from the Severn Springs Car Park in Cannock Chase.

Following rave reviews, after approximately 2 miles we reach our haven of the Canalside Farm Cafe after having walked through the woods on the banks of the River Trent where we will be hoping the Bluebells are in full bloom.

Look out for next month's Coffee and Cake Walk.

Usually the 1st Monday of every month.

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Torridge Common Adventure (Davids delight) (Meet at the FREE car park adjacent to the Puffing Billy Café, Great Torrington. Post code EX388JD)

This walk is designed to accommodate ALL ABILITIES, but please note it becomes quite strenuous in places

For those of you who have completed the Learn to Nordic walk course - depending on individual abilities enjoy sociable gentle Nordic Walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group.

Your qualified instructor will add motivating drills and exercises into a steady/fast paced fun walk dependant on individual abilities. Lead by an accredited instructors these walks make the most of our beautiful county and are a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors. Enjoy a full body work out while walking through historic North Devon beside the banks of the river Torridge, along quiet lanes and wooded footpaths before returning to the Puffing Billy for well-deserved “revive me” refreshments. 

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Join us for a chatty walk planned for anyone who wants to get outside in the fresh air with great company and simply enjoy a good walk. 

We have a lot of fun as we exercise in the fresh air. This is a very social session.

Dover Lane is a firm favorite for alot of our members. It has various routes you can take through the wonderful Angmering Estate. 

Each season brings new colour and a fantasic variety of wild flowers. If we are lucky we will see the roaming deers and magnificant angmering Estate horses. 

Be good to yourself and book now!

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This great morning walk to get you ready for the day. We will visit 4 locations in rotation, Stour Meadows where we will hopefully get to see the Kingfishers and the Otters, Field Grove woods for the birds and possible Deer, The Mildown for birds and whilst it is still fairly dark the possibilty of a Bat or two circling over head and then Stourpaine for the beautful scenery with lots of sheep up on Hod Hill plus Deer when we cross the River Stour.

4 Beautiful locations to reconnect with nature.

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A pretty circular walk from Bramdean Common.

A varied route in an area we have'nt walked before with lots of countryside views.

The walk is mainly flat with one hill which offers amazing views once at the top!

For those that don't know the area we would advise using what3words to find the starting point.

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A fabulous West Wittering Beach Walk starting from the Memorial Hall in the Village.

This Walk which starts from West Wittering Memorial Hall can be led in a number of different ways , ground and weather depending , but all will end up on glorious West Wittering Sandy Beach .

There is nothing quite like striding out with your poles on a Sandy Beach with stunning views and constantly changing scenery .

In all weathers stunning , but please note that it can be very windy and blustery at times .

We tend to stop at the Beach Cafe afterwards for a Coffee , but this is entirely optional .

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A beautiful 3.5-4 mile walk around Grotton and Lees Valley at a gentle pace. Ideal for beginners. Mostly flat with a few shallow but longer hills

This is an unofficial walk. Book on for free and we will arrange for you all to meet. You will be walking at your own risk and will not be covered by out insurance

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A moderately paced Nordic Walk for you to enjoy in a social atmosphere, the WALX Guide will lead you through a warm up, follow the aerobic curve during the walk to enable you to improve your fitness levels, finish with a cool down and a stretch.  

To book this walk you must complete the Power of Poles training, Wellness WALX are available throughout the week, these do not require the training if you want to come along and have a try.

Power of Poles training is available in Bexley. 

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Come and discover the paths around Tintwistle

Every Monday we`ll change our location (although they`ll all be in & around Glossop) to discover some hidden treasures

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Join Emma for a Moderate Adventure Nordic Walk at WOUGHTON

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Tarmac and grass paths, mostly flat

DISTANCE: approx 7km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS. 

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Our classic Monday morning Nordic WALX to raise your heart rate and start your week with a buzz.

This class will push YOUR pace, rather than just being a fast class.

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Take time out to enjoy a lesiurely paced walk and talk with Chris and friends in Hambleton.

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A moderately paced ADVENTURE walk of approximately 3 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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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 45 minutes.

Please note that we ask that you have your PAWS ON for this walk. 

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The Power of the Poles induction will empower you to use poles at the correct intensity in order to obtain the fitness gains that you want.

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A comfortably paced walk for you to enjoy in a social atmosphere, during the walk providing if the weather is fine we will stop for a 20 minute session of Chi Ball - A mixture of Tai Chi and Yoga from the seasons sequence. A small ball is used but imagination is fine for the session. Details can be given if you would like to purchase a ball. For more details on the full chi ball virtual class, please see the booking system.

Please ensure that you have completed the Nordic Walking Learn to Walk course prior to booking this session, Beginner courses will be available soon in Bexley. 

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Our Easy Monday morning walks are a great way to practice your technique and take a gentle approach to improving your technique. Great for those new to nordic walking or those looking for an easier walk level.

Nordic Walking is a specific fitness technique and is not to be confused with trekking, hill walking or trail running as the poles are not planted in front of the walker/runner but in a specific way that increases the use of the upper body. It can be done by anybody, anywhere and does not require expensive equipment or clothing.

Note: To participate in regular Nordic WALX, you must have completed our Nordic Freedom Course.

Please note walkers must observe social distancing following government guidelines for COVD-19.

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

With the guidance of a qualified Instructor, 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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Come, spend a couple of hours on a Saturday morning exploring interesting circular walks, up hill and down dale, in the Chilterns and South Bucks areas. With a wide variety of venues and terrain to chose from you are sure to discover a few favourites. The walk will change each week, and where practical will finish somewhere with refreshments and facilities.

Enjoy sociable Nordic Walking with your fellow experienced  Freedom Passport holders in a variety of locations with a mixed ability group. 

Lead by accredited instructors or leaders, these walks make the most of our beautiful countryside and are a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors, at the same time as improving your fitness and wellbeing.

 We aim for a steady pace rather than a race. We'll aim for each walk to be about 2 hours duration.

Poles available. Wear outdoor activity footwear and clothes suitable for the weather.

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A gentle walk in the beautiful surroundings of the New Forest and our lovely coastline.  We will walk about 2.5 miles and the pace is slower than a workout walk but faster than a Nordic Stroll.

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NOTE - Now 90 mins long, starts at earlier time of 10.15 & ends at 11.45, due to the the bridge closure at Chorlton Water Park. Led by NWUK Instructor Susan Spain, the 'Monday Blaster Workout Walk' is a 1 hour moderate to faster pace Workout Walk. These energising sessions will help you rebuild your stamina and fitness levels, push that pace without compromising on technique plus work on strength and core fitness. For those who have completed a Power of the Poles or Learn to Nordic walk course and have their Freedom code.  Incorporates motivating drills and exercises using Gears 1, 2 and .... maybe some Gear 3. Will also incorporates some technique work to help you get the most out of your Nordic Walking. 

Meeting point - Chorlton Water Park car park. Turn off A5145 Barlow Moor Road down Maitland Avenue. Go through the gates at the bottom into the car park. Sat Nav M21 7WH

Toilets are available at the car park. Lots of free parking space. 

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Google Maps - search for Chorlton Water Park. 

Strapless or strapped Nordic walking poles may be hired at a cost of £1 (coin on the day).