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A hidden gem of a park with numerous grassy paths and trails - perfect for all seasons walking in good company. If you are looking for an hour of ‘feel good’ exercise in a spectacular location, this is the walk for you. You will feel energised whatever the weather in this lovely place…

Ideal for those with concerns about either distance, pace, rehabilitation or certain medical conditions. These gentle walks will be just what you need to build up your confidence and improve your health. Balance, co-ordination and strength exercises will be incorporated.

This is a small group Nordic Walk.  It is on meadow and field trails with a mini circuit + strength and balance exercises incorporated  and is 2 miles long at a gentle pace.

2 Miles

£7 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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Enjoy sociable Nordic Walking for 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'll walk for at least an hour, longer if your time allows.

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

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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk through Haslam Park. We can call at Parkside Cafe for refreshments after the walk

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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WALX of Wellbeing are free walks led by qualified volunteer walk leaders, previously known as Walking for Health Walks these are a great way to get outdoors, enjoy the green spaces and make new friends. 

Free WALX of Wellbeing - Danson Park

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Please book your session prior to walking, don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need any help.

Meeting Day and Time: Thursday 10.00am

Meeting Point: Danson Stables, Danson Park, DA6 8HL

Parking and Buses: Yes

Toilet and Cafe: Yes

Description of the Walk: From the car park the WALX Guide will lead you through the park, around the lake and into the beautifully cared for English Garden. Approximately 1.5-2.0 miles. There is a footpath that is suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs, and mobility scooters. 

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We are adhering to strict Covid-19 social distancing protocol. Please use your own poles and bring your own water.

Please do not book on for for a walk if you think you may have symptoms, or do have symptoms or have been in contact with some one who has symptoms. Thank you for your understanding. 

Nordic Walx are simply sociable Nordic walks in a mixed ability group, enjoying beautiful locations in and around South Shropshire and beyond. Most routes are circular and will try to make the most of the beautiful surroundings.

This is an attractive mixed terrain circular walk, through Halford, up to Berrymill Wood, and back alongside the River Onny. Another walk with great views of the hills all around, and good for flora, (including early spotted orchids in the spring) and fauna too.

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A gentle walking pace incorporating strength and balance exercises outdoors. This Wellness WALX is designed for those who benefit from progressive, gentle exercise, and is open to those using poles, not using poles or who would like to try poles. Beginners are very welcome.

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10.30AM START. Led by NWUK Instructor Susan Spain, the `Thursday Thunderer Workout Walk` is a 1 hour moderate to faster pace Workout Walk starting from different locations in the Salford area. 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. 

This week - starting from Beesley Green, Worsley

Meeting point -  Beesley Green, Worsley,(see full walk information for detailed directions). Meet in the free car park at Beesley Green Community Centre which is just off Greenleach Lane, Worsley. No toilets available unless the community centre is open. 

Google Maps - search for Beesley Green (not by post code)

What3Words:///sock.roofs.boots takes you to the community centre and ///pulse.scuba.given takes you to the turning down to the car park off Greenleach Lane. 

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

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Gentle WALX which may  incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of forest bathing or relaxation too. All Wellness session incorporating gentle fitness walking with above activities, taught by a retired nurse. , .In this sociable, welcoming and friendly, mixed ability group. you will fit in as Kerley,  will find the right pace for you.

Our wellbeing Instructors are qualified to deliver WALX for all levels so it’s never too late to take that first step..

We take into account your abilities and plan the route accordingly so you can be sure to exercise at the pace which is right for you.  Walking or Nordic walking can be  interspersed with balance, strength, relaxation, smovey workouts and forest bathing.

Runcorn Hill offers easy flat terrain on  generally good paths  and well kept playing fields

 Please  bring with you a a small rucsac with your drink  and any medication you may need .

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This social walk lead by a qualified Walx Leader or Instructor will give you the enjoyment of walking in our stunning countryside in a  social group. The key focus of these walks is meeting and chatting to  fellow walkers, the duration of these walks do vary.

These  walks are either  through open countryside, along the canal or thought the parks and gardens of Leamington.

It is a lovely enjoyable way of walking with the opportunity to go for those longer walks if you are looking to challenge yourself over a longer distance  or over steeper terrain . 

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Our classic Thursday morning Nordic WALX to raise your heart rate.

This is a moderate intensity Nordic walk... suitable for most fitness levels - but not a stroll in the park!

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A moderate paced walk WALX in Kedleston`s glorious parkland, set around hundreds of acres of green-sward and lakes, tinkering waterfalls where wildfowl are in plenty. Kedleston Park is perfectly designed for enjoyable walking, be it on one of the graded woodland walks or beside attractive lakes made by damming Cutler Brook.

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

As we look at the Total Body, you will have a chance to join in some light exercises and WALX yoga with poles (no floor work in the mud, you will be please to hear) or some general balance work.

There is something for everyone as we cater for all levels of fitness, from functional needs to marathons.

We meet at the far end of the Horseshoe Clump car park.

There are no parking fees or facilities.

What 3 Words:  ///pens.fired.humble

Location Notes Esher Common is a Nature Reserve and is part of South West Surrey's 890 acre Site of Special Scientific Interest.

There are a number of beautiful ponds and lakes on the Common, the largest of which is Black Pond which once supplied water for Claremont Gardens, now part of the National Trust.

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These walks are a chance to use your Nordic Walking skills in the stunning surroundings of the New Forest.  This is a particularly beautiful walk with some great hills!  There are proper tracks and also some great off piste tracks through the most beautiful scenery, which can get muddy!

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Why not come and try this gentle fusion of walking with yoga. These gentle WALX incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength with a bit of mindfulness and relaxation too.

All postures are standing and suitable for complete beginners to yoga along with more experienced yogis.

Held in the beautiful surroundings of Sywell Country Park. A fantastic way to connect with nature.

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Walking from the Shacklands Road car park, there are a variety of walks through different woodlands in the area.

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COME FLY WITH ME...

This walk takes us round the back of NOrwich Airport, out by the NDR and then on a magical mystery tour either through Spixworth Woods and meadows or out towards Horsham St Faiths. Flat so perfect to `chase your pace` and burn some calories...

This walk is the perfect way to work on your fitness from an interesting setting - the end of Norwich Airport`s runway!!!! Come and enjoy walking in the locality of Norwich, take in the views, fresh air and company of the group, whilst being active outdoors.

***ON THE FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH*** - THIS WALK WILL TAKE PLACE IN CATTON PARK (all location notes will be sent to you). 

3 Miles

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

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Get your fitness back

Join us for an adventure walk where easy paths along the Manifold or through fields are combined with steep up/down hill paths  

Following the ‘Power of Poles intro Course’, this walk provides you with an opportunity to increase your speed, while maintaining the proper technique.  

This walk is ideal for those who want to improve their fitness and health, whilst being outdoors in a beautiful setting 

Using gears 2 and sometimes 3  

Tearoom is open, toilets available

This is for members with a Nordic Walking UK FREEDOM passport.

Cancellation Policy: Please cancel 2 hours before the scheduled start time for a session credit to be applied. Cancellations inside of 2 hours will be charged in full.   

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A gentle walking pace incorporating strength and balance exercises outdoors. This Wellness WALX is designed for those who benefit from progressive, gentle exercise, and is open to those using poles, not using poles or who would like to try poles. Beginners are very welcome.

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Join us for a 6-mile walk starting out up the old track bed of the Glasson Dock – Lancaster branch.

Enjoy the views of the River Lune as we walk along.

Leave the footpath and walk through a lovely little hamlet called Stodday. Proceed towards the Lancaster canal where we will walk along through a cutting that is in total 1 mile long.

Walk across fields back to the start.  

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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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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We supply the poles for this 45-minute taster session, an introduction for the uninitiated.

Experience how using Nordic Walking Poles can give a ‘light on your feet’ feeling as it helps you exercise your whole body. We explain how using the poles efficiently and effectively give health benefits – and enjoy the feeling it gives - as you move on to the Learn Nordic Walking course to learn the technique.

Please book online. Over 18’s. Poles Provided.

Wear outdoor activity footwear and clothes for the weather.

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NOTE 11.40am START TIME this week.  Led by NWUK Instructor Susan Spain, the Thursday Motivator Nordic Walk is an gentle/easy pace 1 hour walk. This session is ideal for those wanting to improve their fitness & who just want to have a Nordic Walk, fresh air and chat. Start times and locations vary to give variety on a week by week basis so please check carefully each week but will be in the Salford area. 

THIS WEEK - BEESLEY GREEN WORSLEY

Meeting point -  Beesley Green, Worsley,(see full walk information for detailed directions). Meet in the free car park at Beesley Green Community Centre which is just off Greenleach Lane, Worsley. No toilets available unless the community centre is open. 

Google Maps - search for Beesley Green (not by post code)

What3Words:///sock.roofs.boots takes you to the community centre and ///pulse.scuba.given takes you to the turning down to the car park off Greenleach Lane. 

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

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This is a flat walk. We will stay on the sand for as long as we can. It is planned for low tide. 

The walk is for anyone who wants to find a steady stride and stick to it as much as possible. we will have a short stop before we turn around and head back.

Our target is the Red Boat on East Preston Beach.

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On our technique refresher we will explain and practice the Nordic walking gear system so each participant can walk at their own level to achieve an effective postural enhancement workout. At WALX Ver Valley we focus on these finer details in our regular classes so clients get the most from their Nordic walking.  Our Nordic WALX exercises the whole body. Nordic WALX are graded so take a look at the intensity level indicated in the class details; moderate classes challenge at different levels.

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Walk Yourself Fitter with Total Body Walking!

This is an ideal WALX class, specifically designed for those coming off cardiac rehab and exercise referral programmes but open to all WALX members. These gentle outdoor WALX classes offer a range of benefits, including improved health, better balance, taller posture. All experienced within a social and supportive setting.