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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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A great way to get yourself fitter and healthier!

This session is a firm favorite with the members. They call themselves 'The Hillbillies'. 

Laughter is a key feature of the class. 

It is designed to challenge your flexibility, joint mobility, balance and strength whilst using poles to improve general fitness. Exercises are incorporated within the walk.

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 and we often stay behind for tea, coffee and putting the world to rights in the tearooms. 

Be good to yourself and book now!

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Join our friendly and sociable group as we explore some of the beautiful paths which weave through the majestic trees.

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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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We are adhering to strict COVID-19 social distancing protocol. Please use your own poles, water,

facemask hand sanitiser and tissues.

Please donot bookon for a walk if you think you may have symtoms or have symptoms or have been in contact with someone who has symptoms Thank you for your understanding.

Explorer Walx are simply sociable Nordic walks in a mixed ability group, enjoying beautiful locationsin and around Shropshire.

This is a walk which will take you around the beautiful grounds of Attingham and parkland

Gears 1 & 2 Walx will be used during this walk.

Dress to suit the weather including sun protection.

Special instructions for Walking at Attingham Park.

You donot need to pre book a slot at Attingham Park in addition to booking the walk but you will need to Identify yourself as a booked Nordic Walker. ie bring your booked Nordic walking booking confirmation email if possible. I will provide Attingham with a list of attendees.

NT members should show their membership card on entry.

Non National Trust Members need to be aware that they need to pay a £5 Active pass on arrival for each session (or become mebers if they plan to walk reguarly).

You Will need a face mask to access toilets, cafe and shop. 

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A short circular walk from Kings Somborne to Horsebridge.  On the return there 

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These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises with elements of balance, agility and flexability for all round fitness.

Please bring water with you and arrive 10 mins early for the warm up session.

Check out the Long Activity Description for guidence on social distancing.

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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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This circular route follows the River Onny on its easterly bank, takes in the hamlet of Whettleton, and follows the edge of the wood on Whettleton Hill.

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 countryside around us.

Dress to suit the weather, including sunscreen, if necessary, and bring water.

We are adhering to Covid-19 protocols. 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.

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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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Festive Walk and Lunch

This week the terrific Tuesday series of Explorer WALX location is Mapleton, a charming and secluded brick-built village in the Dove Valley with attractive views located just outside of Ashbourne.

Mappleton offers the serenity of unchanging scenery and peace. A one arch bridge spans the river dove to carry the road to Okeover Hall, an early 18th century Hall.

This walk is designed to help to keep you improving and get noticeable results whilst offers a very sociable time, mainly on footpaths through fields, hills and views.  

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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 chance to find out for yourself why Nordic Walking is so good for you!

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

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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk around the Hurst Grange Park area.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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An energising walk up the Castleman Trailway looping through Delph Woods and back.

This is a social walk suitable for those who prefer a slower paced walk

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Join Mel for a Gentle Walk around the Whipsnade & Dunstable Downs area.

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

This GENTLE walk is for those who can walk 3-4 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 £25.00 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, *90mins & under.

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Private session to Learn to Nordic Walking.

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This walk is for those who feel ready for more of a challenge than our reguar wellbeing walks offer, but aren't quite ready yet to join a longer, and quicker-paced, easy adventure walk. Lasting up to an hour and a quarter, the distance and pace will aim to provide just the right amount of challenge, and aid progression.

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Join us for our Christmas lunch at The Spaniards Inn. Book to reserve your place. Click for more details.