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Our lovely Tuesday walk is an hour of easy walking incorporating some mobility, balance and stretches - perfect for those who don't want to push themselves too much, are recently starting out on their Nordic walking journey or quite simply want to have an hour of steady, pleasurable  walking.

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This week the terrific Tuesday series of Explorer WALX is in Mayfield, starting at Mayfield Yarns close to Ashbourne. We walk around Church Mayfield, Middle Mayfield, and Clifton. Mayfield is a large, sprawling village on the Staffordshire side of the River Dove, close to Ashbourne.

Middle Mayfield has some lovely 17th and 18th-century houses. Church Mayfield, down by the river and the oldest part of the village, has the church and an old yarn mill where we meet. It is an old village with a lovely church and since the end of the 18th century, it has mostly made a living through the cotton mills situated along the River Dove.  

Exploring this area, we have some good views and more gentle terrain.

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A sociable gentle paced walk of approximately 2 miles with a pace of 20+ 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 sociable moderately paced walk of approximately 5 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is a refreshing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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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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Want to take your fitness and strength to the next level? This is the one for you!! This instructor led session will improve your muscular strength, resistance, endurance. It is a full body intense  workout. Exercises are differentiated to suit your level of fitness. Bands are used for resistance work and smoveys will improve your cardio.      Hill drills and interval training will be embedded into the session when we are  at Newbold Comyn.

This is a moderate demanding instructor lead session 

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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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Gentle Walk with Mel

Explore - woodland, hills and meadows, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This walk is for those who can walk 5-6 km in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

For just a £28.00 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, *90mins & under.

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A sociable gentle paced walk of approximately 2 miles with a pace of 20 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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This Yoga walk is led at Poor Common.

A beautiful wood with good paths.

Plenty of street parking.

No prior knowledge of Yoga requited. All the poses are done in standing.

See below for full details.

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Experience the ultimate walking workout! Total Body WALX™ combines energising drills and strength-building exercises to make every step count. This exhilarating and dynamic session is designed to challenge your body and boost your motivation, perfect for an evening energy lift.

Whether you prefer walking with or without poles, this class is for everyone. For those using poles, we recommend completing the technique course to maximize your benefits.

Our members affectionately call this session ‘Purgatory in the Park’—a testament to its fun, yet challenging nature!

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Evening walk after a day at home or in the office. This session is an hours brisk walk to help to switch off at the  end of the day. It is a brisk one hour walk, with few stops. It will be at a steady consistent pace so ideal for building your cardio fitness!!

It is a social walk so you will have the distraction of chatting whilst exercising.  

During the winter months head torches are essential so YOU can be seen as the route tends to be off the Comyn. During the lighter evenings there is more opportunity to take this session over fields and farmland.    

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An intense paced walk of approximately 4 miles with a pace of 15 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 3 walk and on mixed terrain, this walk is designed to improve your fitness fast and is a highly energising way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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A virtual Nordic Walk via Zoom for approximately 60 minutes.  If you`d like to join this walk please contact the instructor and he will give you the access link.  Conducted to suit all levels; you will work-out at a level that you`re comfortable with and that is within your fitness level.

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

Meeting Day and Time: Wednesday 9.30am  

Meeting Point: Crayford Library, 176 Townhall Square, Crayford, DA1 4FN  

Parking and Buses: Free parking in Crayford Sainsbury’s Buses into Crayford are 96, 428, 492  

Toilet and Café: Yes  

Description of the walk: Meeting outside the main doors at Crayford Library, the walk will be one of 3 routes depending on the weather. Walks will include Hall Place, Dartford Heath or the River Cray. The walk may be muddy if the weather has been wet. Approximately 1.5 - 3 miles No poles are required on the walk but you are welcome to use them if you prefer. 

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Join Karen for a Moderate Adventure Walk around the Hastoe & Tring Park area.

We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy the great outdoors. Poles or no poles!

Explore - woodland, hills and meadows, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This walk is for those who can walk 5-6 km in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability. 

Enjoy sociable Nordic walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group. Lead by accredited instructors or leaders, these walks make the most of our beautiful countryside and are an inspiring way to enjoy being active outdoors.

Pole hire included.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

For just a £28.00 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, on line classes and a free mnthly walk with any other group

*90mins & under.

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Cornborough Canter

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. Your qualified instructor will add motivating drills and exercises into a fast paced fun walk. Enjoy sociable Nordic walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group. Lead by accredited instructors or walk leaders, these walks make the most of our beautiful coastal countryside and are a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

Pig on the Hill

This walk along the North Devon coast includes a section of the South West Coast National Trail. The route follows paths and lanes enjoying spectacular views along the Atlantic coastline accompanied by possible sightings of porpoise and seals. We start and finish at the meeting point where a warm and cosy atmosphere awaits our return.

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OPEN TO ALL LEVELS!

This walk has become affectionately know as our 'Cake Walk', as we stop at the end of the exursions to indulge in a wonderful cake at Trevithick Farms and Trays.

Explore -woodland, hills and cliff paths, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This walk is for those who can walk up to 4-5 km/3miles in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability.

It is essential to register and book in advance online, whether you are on a 'free' walk package, monthly DD, or pay as you go.

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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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A 90-minute moderately paced Nordic WALX around the village of Alderwasley and Shining Cliff Woods starting from Tannenbaum Campsite.

No need to bring a drink and there are hot drinks and homemade cake on-site from Coffee Modo. 

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Walking from the village of Ibsley the route goes up a lane so paws suggested for this short section. We

then turn right and go along a track with Blashford lakes on one side.

This walk around 5 miles and goes high up into open heathland with extensive views.

Road side parking in the village.

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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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These walks are in the parks and gardens of Leamington.

We walk on the hard surfaces with plenty of opportunity to stop and take a seated break on the benches. It is a social walk with the main focus on having  a chat with fellow walkers. .   This walk is through Jephson Gardens, Mill Gardens   and/or the Pump Room Gardens and /or Victoria Park. 

  It is ideal if you need a walk to build your confidence at a gentle pace. You will have plenty of opportunity to look at the stunning display of plants and trees in the Gardens and if necessary take a breather on a bench in the tranquillity in these unique gardens in memory of Dr Jephson   .  There different types of Social walks  during the week at WALX. The Goldilocks walk is not too fast or not too slow... it is on flat terrain with no hills. The Goldilocks walk is ideal to getting you back to fitness or getting you back if you are in reehab.  Social walks will be of a variety some an hour long others much longer. The Themed walks/ longer walks  will be longer and the terrain is likely to be more challenging and the duration will usually be 2 hours or more. A moderate level of fitness is required for these walk. Walks at Inspire Retirement village is a social walk for residents and non residents of Inspire Retirement Village. These walks only will be taken around the parks of the village, The duration of these walks is 45 mins. 

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* please note that these trainings can also be booked on a time and date to suit you, so if the timing is less convenient and you do want to partake, just get in touch and we'll set something up for you*

Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want.

This 2 PART COURSE will help you understand how to select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges.  

This course is delivered over 2 x 1.5-hour sessions:

·         The first session will ensure you get the correct movement and technique using strapless poles

·         The second session will enable you to practice your technique and we will then help you select the right poles and walks for YOU!  

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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.