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Join the WALX HQ experts to discover how WALX can help you to walk better, faster and more! Whatever your aims, we can help you- fitness, hiking, weight loss, challenge walking or to alleviate pain in knees hips or feet!

This come and try session is suitable for all so come along and discover just how effective walking can be.

Our experts will be on hand to chat to you, show you our unique total body walking poles and demo some of our programmes. You can have a go or simply come along to find out more about WALX and what we do

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This is an Intermediate/Gear 2 walk (the distance is greater than a Gear 1/Intermediate walk) of approximately 4 miles with a couple of different options according to the ground conditions. Maybe one or two short steep ramps and some longer hills can be included depending on sign ups, but as a rule the walk includes gentle inclines and hard tracks through woods. 

Intermediate - A faster pace than Gear 1 and an established technique is key, but if necessary a little more recovery time for those that need it. 

Gear 2 - A faster pace gained through technique. There will be less recovery time.

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Gentle Wellbeing Walks are from 2-3 miles using Gears 1 and 2.   Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

Itt’s never too late to take that first step.

Join us for gentle walks around Sale Water Park, Chorlton Ees, River Mersey  followed by a cuppa at the Boathouse or Treetops Cafe.  

You need to have completed the Power of Poles workshop or Learn to Nordic Walk course prior to joining this walk

 Poles provided. 

Meet at Treetops Cafe and stay for a cuppa after

Toilet available at start and finish

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The POWER OF THE POLES Induction process is suitable for all levels and is a structured teaching programme. There are 2 Courses of one and a half hours each. Course 1 is designed to provide sufficient knowledge for someone to be proficient at using poles. Course 2 is an optional further course for those wanting to explore a more in-depth knowledge of walking with poles and the traditional Nordic Technique. I will help you to understand your current level of fitness and empower you to use poles at the correct intensity in order to get the results you want.

These courses will ensure you master the technique of using poles and change the way you walk for life. Course 1 will cover the following:

Gear 1: Mastering the arm swing, upper body engagement and pole plant angle.

Gear 2: Gaining propulsion from the pole and toe push, adapting pole position for hills and tailoring technique to your fitness, mobility and personal goals.

You will experience different poles types, the core ledge and straps in order to select the technique and poles that are right for YOU!

At the end of this session, you will have a full understanding of using poles correctly and be at a level where you will be issued with the NWUK Freedom Passport, allowing you to join walks & classes.

Dress to suit the weather, ensuring that you have suitable footwear. Please bring water in a small rucksack or bumbag, so that your hands are free. All poles are provided

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A gentle 3 mile walk of two laps around the racecourse.

Meet in the carpark next to Halo Leisure.

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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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Beginners Nordic Walking Courses. (Power of Poles Intro)    The next date after this one is 28th June   These are a great way to get started with Nordic walking, whether for health, fitness or simply exercising effectively outside.Walking with poles is less stressful on the joints, it makes you walk faster with very little extra effort, it works your upper body as well as the legs.The result being more effective calorie burning, stronger core and toning of the upper body.The initial session is 90 minute session, you'll learn the basics of Nordic walking, gaining the skills to get the most from your own walking as well as being able to join national Nordic Walking UK and WALX classes.Once the first session is completed, two regular walks or one longer walk are included with IRBO, and everything we did in the first session will come together. (Must be taken within four weeks of the course.)Locally, you'll be able to book into any of our I'd Rather Be Outdoors Nordic Walks and you can join walks & classes, every week all around the UK.  Poles are provided for the course. Parking is Free  Booking Essential       Whilst we do understand that sometimes it is not possible to make a class, please be aware that we do operate a no refund policy if you give us less than 24 hours’ notice. To see the full policy click HERE  

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These walks are a chance to use your Nordic Walking skills in the stunning surroundings of the New Forest and our beautiful coastline.

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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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Enjoy yourself while improving your health. These very sociable walks are suitable for all ages and levels of ability.

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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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OAKRIDGE Evening, Moderate Adventure walks with Ursula

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Flat tarmac paths 

DISTANCE: approx 5km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS

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Please bring a head torch and hiviz vest

Brisk and Burning

Nordic Walking can quickly build your general fitness, but adding some specific exercises will help you to perform better and keep improving your fitness.

In these walks we will do interval sessions (alternating between fast (gear 3, speedhyking) and slow (gear 2) Nordic Walking and hill drills in combination with muscular strength and endurance exercises. But we will also pay attention to balance and coordination in a variety of exercises. 

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

Please contact me if you would like to do this class but have not attented the Power of Poles 2 course

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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Take time out to enjoy a walk and talk along the paths and tracks to be found in Farington Moss and surrounding areas.

It is essential to register and book online.

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Join Nicola and Gill for a recce of a new festival route that follows the tale of the china clay heritage of Norden near Corfe Castle. We start at the mining museum (not inside as its evening of course) and wend our way through forests and over heathland following the journey taken by this unique fine white china clay used for luxury pottery and pipes. 

Pretty flat as we follow tramways but there are some 'rooty'  parts too.

Its a lovely walk but might be longer of shorter than billed!

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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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Push the speed on Tuesday evenings, with or without poles! Want to experience a challenging exercise walk and don't want to run? Come and give this a go!

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A 30-minute session from the YogaWALX sequence, using the poles for support as we would in the park. 

A gentle relaxing session to stretch and spend more time on yourself.    

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Feldenkrais class

- Would you like to stand or walk more comfortably?- Would you like to walk/run further or faster?- Would you like to improve your flexibility or athletic performance?

If so this class is for you.

See http://www.feldenkrais.co.uk/ to learn more about the Feldenkrais Method.

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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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A sociable moderately intense paced walk of approximately 3.5 miles with a pace of 16-17 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk with sustained bursts of Gear 3 where appropriate and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is an energising way to enjoy being active outdoors.   

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Badbury Rings is a beautiful place to walk in the morning with far reaching views as you go round the Rings.

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Our Virtual WALX are online, helping you stay active and mobile from home. Join us to get moving, raise your heart rate and improve your balance and strength. These sessions are designed to fit easily into your day so there`s no excuse to get up and going – come and join us.

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A gentle walk in the beautiful surroundings of the New Forest and our lovely coastline.  We will walk about 2.5 miles and the pace is slower than a workout walk but faster than a Nordic Stroll.

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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 often 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.