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Power of the Poles

This is course is to enable the enthusiastic newcomer to enter the world of walking with poles where they can improve their skills and fitness levels.

It will bring you confidence to walk with poles. You will leave this session feeling excited about getting going.

Ideal once you have tasted the experience you will want  to continue your journey.

You will throughout your participation in sessions receive excellent instruction  and motivation to keep you engaged.

You will be supported as often and to the level you wish. We are a social group and have so much fun keeping active and getting fitter.

There are numerous sessions and weekly walks to help you continue practising what you have learned.

You will be amazed at your improved fitness levels in a relatively short time. The key is enjoyment.

This session is just the beginning of  your journey to enjoying exercise, being outside, having fun and improving your fitness  

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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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Join Emma for a Moderate Adventure Nordic Walk at Woburn. 

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Grass land, fields, woodland paths with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: approx 7km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS.

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A longer walk in a beautiful place!  What a tonic...

...This week we head off towards Aylsham via the tiny hamlet of Silvergate.  Expect grand houses, cross-field trails & parts of Blickling Estate you may never have seen before!

Stunning scenery, historical connections, gorgeous architecture, well manicured gardens, a sense of timelessness… and wide shady paths all across the estate to enjoy mood-boosting  Nordic Walking.  Plus a well deserved coffee at the end in the Muddy Boots Cafe - what could be better?

This is a 4.5 - 5 mile moderate walk (average steady pace 3.4mph) suitable for all Gear 2-3 abilities as there are opportunities for those who want a challenge to get up to Gear 3  and add in extra distance if they choose!  It is a 75 - 90 minute walk on footpaths through fields and woodland through Blickling Hall Estate... AND BEYOND!! 

£9.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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These 2 walks warm up together and then take different routes according to your ability.

Referral WALX

A comfortably paced walk in the Gardens for you to enjoy in a social atmosphere. The qualified Exercise Referral Instructor will lead you through a warm up, a short walk making stops along the way if needed and finish with a stretch. Exercise bands are often used within the walk to rest the legs, improve strength in the upper body and work on posture.

We join all Wednesday walkers after the walk for a cuppa in the park if the weather is dry.

Total Body WALX

A gentle paced walk for 45 minutes with a WALX Guide around the lake, joining all Wednesday walkers for a cuppa in the park if the weather is dry.

You can book this session without the Power of Poles training, join us walking with no poles or borrow a set from us and feel the ‘Power of Poles’.  

Power of Poles training is available in Bexley.      

Poles are provided.  

Please contact me prior to walking if you have any health conditions.

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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 - Bostall Heath (Gentle walks for Gentle Folks)

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

Meeting Day and Time: Wednesday 10.00am

Meeting Point: Bostall Heath Car Park, Longleigh Lane, SE2 0GB

Parking and Buses: Free parking (16-18 Cars) Bus route 99 and B11

Toilet and Cafe: Yes, there is a toilet - No café, please bring your own refreshments as there are benches to sit at and enjoy a get together after the walk.

Description of the Walk: From the car park the WALX Guide will take you through the beautiful ever-changing woodland. The walk can be muddy when wet and in the winter months, please be prepared with good footwear for this walk. Approximately 1.5-2 miles.

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Northam Nature Trail Walk (Meet at the Durrant Hotel EX39 3QB) 

This walk is designed to accommodate ALL ABILITIES 

For those of you who have completed the Learn to Nordic walk course- these action packed walks are designed to help you improve your fitness levels and gain FAST results. Alternatively 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. Lead by an accredited instructor, these walks make the most of our beautiful coastal countryside and are a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors. Enjoy a full body work out while walking beside the banks of the river Torridge, along quiet lanes and wooded footpaths before returning to the Durrant hotel for a well-deserved “revive me” cup of coffee or take advantage of their £12.50 Two course lunch with maybe a wee glass of wine (for those not driving of course!!) Arrangements are in place that car parking is free to those attending this walk. On arrival please inform reception of your vehicle registration number.

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Our social Explorer Walx explore the beautiful areas around Hertford and its surrounding towns and villages and are open to walkers who do not wish, or are not able, to use poles. 

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A 90-minute moderately paced Nordic WALX around and above the Derwent Valley.

Discover old parkland, green roads and ancient tracks, quarries and farmland combined with fine views overlooking the River Derwent.

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Our Wednesday walk takes in Brocks Hill Country Park as well as parts of old Oadby. Be prepared for some mud within the park if it has rained previously!

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Starting from By The Way Field, an ancient area used in past times for a holding area for cattle on their way to market, we make our way up to Colehill then Cannon Hill woods.

 We have a stop for coffee at The Old Thatch pub half way round this 6.25 mile walk.

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A walk in and around the beautiful grounds and parkland at Attingham. 

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.

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Choose the pre-paid option and get 20% off - this walk costs £6

Pay by monthly direct debit and this walk is included in the package

The wellbeing walk is suitable for those who have completed the Power of Poles Introductory course/Learn to Nordic walk course and/or haven`t attended a class for a while.

This walk is also suitable for anyone coming back from an injury/illness or has medical conditions that prevent them from walking at a faster pace.

By regularly attending, you will be able to focus on increasing the intensity of your walking as fitness levels improve.

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A sociable gentle paced walk of approximately 4 miles with a pace of 20+ min/min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 1 walk with occasional and limited bursts of gear 2 where appropriate and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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A change to our usual Twywell walk! This time we will explore The Gully before heading through The Woodland Trust managed Twywell Plantation to emerge across the meadow towards the village of Twywell. We will head through the village of Twywell, before picking up our usual route to The Old Forge in Cranford.

A brief stop for a cuppa at The Old Forge before heading back up the hill back to the cars at Twywell Hills and Dales.

A lovely 5 mile walk with some hills and stiles.

Waterproof footwear is recommended as some areas can be quite wet at this time of year.

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Come and learn how to turn walking into a total body exercise with poles.

This Power of the Poles course will introduce you to Nordic Walking.  It will be the start of your journey enjoying exercise, being outdoors, having fun and improving your fitness.  In this session, you will learn the basics of Nordic walking.

It's essential to book online in advance.

Parking charges do apply.

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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of tai chi or relaxation too.

Join our Wellbeing WALX, a fun, gentle and safe way to walk yourself fitter that can incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises as we explore the beautiful common. Suitable for all levels

We walk with poles or without, please feel free to use your own poles if you have any

Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

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

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Connecting with Nature is a unique experience. Research has shown a positive long lasting  impact on wellbeing in spending time in your  environment. 

 As a group by spending time  listening and observing we will become more acutely aware of our senses  becoming  sharper and more alert   to the environment.  

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These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking™ wellness is a gentle safe way to walk yourself fitter including a unique mix of drills with strength and balance exercises. Delivered by our fully qualified Instructors who will plan WALX that work on all aspects of fitness and make the most of being Outdoors!

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The POWER OF THE POLES Induction course 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 allowing you to join walks & classes all around the UK.

The strapless poles are provided. Please wear flexible supportive footwear and appropriate outdoor clothing.

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Come and join our WALX classes. To get the most from using poles in our WALX sessions, the Power of Poles is an excellent starting point.

We are excited to welcome newcomers to the use of poles to exercise the whole body while walking. Using poles will engage your core, improve posture and  take the weight off lower body joints. It enables you to exercise outdoors  which is great for your mental health as well.

Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want. This session will help you select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges. Poles are provided. If this Wednesday does not suit, please contact me on 07803 037 332 

The POWER of POLES Induction is totally unique in that it explores the use of both strapless and Nordic walking poles to aid the user gain the best technique and results! Taught over 2 sessions of 1.5 hours duration, the second being optional, the session starts with the strapless moulded handle fitness walking poles devised by WALX and FIZAN

This enables you to feel  greater core engagement and master the  elements that provide propulsion,   increased exercise benefits and make you feel lighter on our feet. Once you have mastered these essential basics you get to explore the traditional Nordic walking straps and movements.  The second session of the Power of Poles is optional and  will be listed separately  at a convenient date for you.

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These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills and strength exercises.

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A GENTLE - MODERATE PACED WALK FOR 3 MILES AT GORGEOUS BLICKLING. LET`S TAKE OUR TIME, ENJOY THE VIEWS AND END IN THE CAFE....

Stunning scenery, historical connections, gorgeous architecture, well manicured gardens, a sense of timelessness… and wide shady paths all across the estate to enjoy mood-boosting  Nordic Walking. 

Plus a well deserved coffee at the end in the Muddy Boots Cafe - what could be better?

This is a 3 mile gentle - moderate walk on footpaths through fields and woodland through Blickling Hall Estate. 

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

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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of tai chi or relaxation too.

Join our Wellbeing WALX, a fun, gentle and safe way to walk yourself fitter that can incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises as we explore the beautiful common. Suitable for all levels

We walk with poles or without, please feel free to use your own poles if you have any

Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

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

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Gentle WALX is great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

The class is designed to help you get confident moving outdoors, whilst enjoying the fresh air and having some fun.