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Lower Impact Fitness and Smoveys Improving functional fitness is key to every day activities. These sessions deliver  exercises to improve mobility, strength, balance and coordination.

Your overall fitness including your cardio output will improve, It is a whole body workout helping you feel more energised, Using smoveys will support your upper body and core strength and increase your heartrate. As we work in a group everyone can work within their limits.  

There will be plenty of opportunity to rest and all the exercises are differentiated to suit you. We use out poles to improve our core strength, balance and upper body range of movement.

Improving posture is key to improve the way you walk!!

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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.

Your WALX Master is trained to deliver the Nordic Walking UK FREEDOM programme.

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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The POWER OF THE POLES Induction process 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 a level where you will be automatically enrolled with the WALX Freedom Passport, allowing you to join Nordic WALX all around the UK.

Poles will be supplied - please wear flexible walking shoes and loose layers suitable for the weather of the day. 

Please bring water and a small pack to carry the bottle.

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Join me on an adventure, nordic walking up to 3ml on public footpaths in the south Norfolk countryside. Feel invigorated and enjoy the fresh air and nature. Get your heart pumping in these small group, Gear 2 nordic walks lasting 1-1.5hr. They take place on mixed terrain where paths can be uneven, muddy and stony.

Poles are provided for this session. Please aim to arrive 5-10min before the start time so we can begin the session promptly.

This is an outdoor activity and you will need to bring appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather and terrain which can be uneven, stony and muddy.

Please bring a water bottle and snacks and a small back pack is useful for carrying them in. 

Sessions need to be booked online in advance.

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Beat the Cock Charity Event organised by James and Liz.

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Fancy exercising over the weekend in your own time? Book in for a free 30mins video exercise class, emailed to you in the morning for you to follow at any point over the weekend. BOOK BEFORE FRIDAY MIDNIGHT!

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

Our unique WALX sessions need to be experienced

Total Body WALX sessions provide the opportunity to feel for yourself just how powerful walking based exercise can be when it is at the right level for you. You will be introduced to other ways to improve balance and flexibility and to boost strength, help with weight loss and make walking WORK for you

Many members prefer to walk with poles as they find it is more effective than walking without. When poles are used, you are able to engage the upper body, core muscles, improve posture and burn more calories

Learn how to WALK WELL by harnessing the power of good posture, core muscles and the perfect stride. Experience how PACE and HILLS can be empowering and how working on balance, flexibility and strength can make walking twice as effective, whatever you are aiming to achieve

Please bring along a small rucksack with your drink and any medication you may need

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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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, on line classes and a free mnthly walk with any other group

*90mins & under.

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*NEW LOCATION - Join Emma for a 1hr WORKOUT Nordic Walk at CALDECOTTE LAKE

A Brisk Walk to start your weekend!

PACE: 6km p/hr

TERRAIN: Tarmac and grass paths and hills

DISTANCE: approx 6.5km

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A longer moderate-intensity walk, exploring the countryside around the Watford area, and a great way to start your weekend!

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A longer higher-intensity walk, exploring the countryside around the Watford area, and a great way to start your weekend!

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A comfortably paced walk for you to enjoy in a social atmosphere, the WALX Guide will lead you through a warm up, during the walk follow the aerobic curve to enable you to improve your fitness levels and general wellbeing, finishing with a cool down and a stretch at the end of the walk.   

Please ensure that you have completed the Nordic Walking Learn to Walk/Power of Poles Intro course prior to booking this session.

Beginner courses are now available in Bexley, free Taster sessions are available.

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A workout designed to challenge your fitness levels.

Who would have thought you would get such a great workout from using the power of poles to engage all the body?!

You will get puffed out in this work out so please bring water and only join this session if you are feeling fit and well.

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

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These walks are a great opportunity to exercise and meet and chat to other walkers. They are of moderate pace with the opportunity should you wish to push yourself a little further. You will walk with a qualified walk leader or master.

These walks start at different locations to give you the enjoyment of walking in the surrounding countryside of your local area.

These walks are  lead  by qualified walk leaders and can be from an hour to 3 hours long. It is a moderate  paced walk with a few stops. An hours social walk naturally tends to be  at a quick pace than the 90+ minutes.

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Join us as we WALX & Talk while we take in the beautiful woodlands and heathland tracks & trails with links back into history, following in the footsteps of royalty as we walk ourselves fitter with or without poles

We meet in the far corner of the Horseshoe Clump car park, Portsmouth Road, Esher, Surrey KT10 9JP

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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This session is tailored to challenge every level of fitness, helping you achieve your goals—whether it's building lean muscle, increasing strength, or improving endurance. Here’s why you’ll love it:

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Join us for a Weekend Energiser. A moderate-intensity walk of between 3 and 4 miles exploring the picturesque Cannock Chase. Although the starting location may differ, each of the walks will be different and bring beautiful landscapes and various colours, aromas, and wildlife from the different seasons.

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Pace one

A 2k to 3k gentle WALX that incorporates balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of yoga or relaxation too. On Monday these walks take place around Stanmore and Harrow Weald on mainly flat terrain but we do go on trails through the woods so that we can enjoy the changes in nature throughout the year. This is a very friendly group and we are always ready to welcome new walkers who want to get back into exercise in a safe and gradual way.

Starting in April 2025 there is also the option to sign up for the 6 week Total Body Walking Programme in the beautiful Canons Park in Stanmore which is being supported by TfL and Friends of Canons Park. This programme runs on Tuesdays and Sundays at 11am. 

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A moderaterly placed  1 hour social walk which will help improve your fitness  and wellbeing

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West Wittering Beach Walk – Stride Out on Sandy Shores 

Join us for a fabulous walk starting from the West Wittering Memorial Hall. This walk can be led in a variety of ways, depending on the ground and weather conditions, but all routes will eventually lead you to the glorious West Wittering Sandy Beach. 

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Optional: After the walk, we often stop at the Beach Cafe for a refreshing coffee and chat.

Come experience the beauty of West Wittering Beach with us!

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This 1-1 1/2 hour walk will cover approx 6-7 km walking round the Avenham area.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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Ivinghoe Beacon short description WALX Life Balance – Ivinghoe Beacon Set in tranquil countryside with wide-ranging vistas and stunning panoramic views, this walk begins at the free car park at Ivinghoe Beacon  https://w3w.co/momentous.gilding.user This is a challenging walk, featuring steep climbs and varied terrain—perfect for those looking to build fitness and confidence. We begin with a loop up Ivinghoe Beacon, followed by a gentler descent before continuing across open fields with expansive views. The route then leads into woodland, where we take a steady climb up steps and follow scenic paths back towards the car park. More than just a walk… At WALX Life Balance, we believe walking is not just about exercise—it’s about: Building fitness and resilience Supporting each other Enjoying the great outdoors Boosting mental health and wellbeing You’ll be welcomed into a supportive and friendly group.

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WALX Explorer Walk – Royal Mail Cart, Spalding Join us for a friendly 1-hour Explorer Walk starting and finishing at the Royal Mail Cart Public House in Spalding. This enjoyable walk follows sections of the beautiful Daffodil Walk, taking in open countryside and the peaceful surroundings of Vernatts Drain. The route is mostly flat and suitable for a wide range of abilities, making it ideal for anyone looking to become more active while enjoying the outdoors. Our Explorer Walks are about much more than exercise. They provide an opportunity to improve your fitness, boost your wellbeing, and connect with like-minded people in a relaxed and supportive environment.

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For people who have completed a `Learn to Nordic Course` this is a moderate to sometimes strenuous adventure walk to kick start the weekend.