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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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Join us for our Wednesday morning walk, a moderately-paced session covering 5-6 miles designed specifically to help you improve your endurance and speed. This walk is ideal for individuals who are comfortable maintaining a steady walking pace of 3 to 3.5 miles per hour for the entire duration. If you are looking for a consistent challenge to boost your fitness level within a supportive group environment, this walk is perfectly suited to your goals.

Walk time of 2 -2.5 hours.

Walkers are requested to arrive at the venue 10 minutes before the start time to allow for parking, shoe change, pole adjustment etc, so that the walk can start promptly at the time indicated.

Please ensure your PARQ is up to date and notify us if you have any change to your physical or mental wellbeing. This should include any surgery, injuries or accidents.

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New location - Instead of Duffield let's give this one a try, it has a cafe too! 

A 90-minute moderately paced Nordic WALX around and above the Derwent Valley from Belper River Gardens. 

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A walk across a nature reserve and a SSSI managed by the National Trust.

Today's version, explores some lesser known bridleways in the beautiful Ferndown forest at the back of

Whitesheet before finishing the walk on the heath. 

Free parking. 

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Choose the pre-paid option and get 20% off - this walk costs £7

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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Join us for a Wednesday Walk around the Ponds on Hampstead Heath, maybe discovering some that you didn't know were there!  We will cover between 5 to 6 miles.

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 Today's walk is a lovely alternative to the Pitsford Reservoir Circuit as we spend the first half of this walk looking down to the jewel of the reservoir from the fields around Holcot, before joining up with the main path to take us back to our starting point.

There are a couple of steepish hills to add a little cardio work to our walk and although there may be a couple of muddy sections most of this walk is good under foot.

As Parking is limited in Holcot Village we will meet in the Causeway Car Park. There is a £3.50 parking charge.

We will finish off with refreshments from our Car Boot Cafe with donations to a nominated charity.

6 miles

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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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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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WALX poles and WALX classes offer improved posture, fitness and balance. Want to know more? Contact Martin on 07989 967459 or book now for this free WALX Discovery session.

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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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The WALX 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 allowing you to join walks & classes all around the UK.

WALX strapless poles will be provided for this course.

Please wear supportive, flexible footwear (no sandals or open-toe shoes) and suitable outdoor clothing. If you bring a bag, please use a backpack so your shoulders and arms remain free.

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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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Wellness WALX

This walk takes you through 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   . 

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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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Bring your Nordic Poles for this brisk fitness walk.  We will be changing our pace and include short sharp power walks for this one hour nordic walking workout.

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Take time out to enjoy a 5-6km walk and talk along some of the many paths and tracks to be found in the Rivington area.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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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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This session is all about the Power of the Poles.

From this 90 minute session you will under the guidance of a qualified instructor have gained a good understanding of the technique used to turn a walk into a workout. You will be guided on how and why in using the poles correctly you will have a good workout working all the key muscle groups.

You will feel the difference in how you walk with poles and be amazed how it instantly improves posture, gives you a cardio workout for you and is a great start to learn more about how to improve your lifestyle with exercise.   Walking with poles is ideal for almost everyone and can literally change your life and attitude to exercise.  

Exercise can be so much fun with a supportive instructor and like minded people.   If you haven’t yet tried walking with poles come and give it a go!!  

You will be amazed at how this can improve your health, energy levels and wellbeing

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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.

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Total Body Walking has its origins in Nordic Walking and is the next step in your fitness journey. If you want to learn how to turn your walks into a Total Body WALX, then come and join the Power of Poles induction programme. 

This class is suitable for all levels of fitness and is ideal for beginners as it is a structured teaching programme engaging participants, helping them to feel the benefits of walking with poles. In this 90min session, you will learn the basics of Total Body Walking, feeling your muscles engaging in both upper and lower limbs. On completion, you will gain your Freedom Passport, opening up over 2500 national WALX and Nordic Walking UK classes weekly.

Your WALX Master is specifically trained to deliver this session to benefit you the most.

Locally, you will be able to book onto any of our WALX on The Chase straight away and enjoy effective, Total Body Walking in the beautiful surroundings of Cannock Chase. 

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MORE THAN JUST A WALK IN THE PARK!

Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of forest bathing or relaxation too. All Wellness session incorporating gentle fitness walking with above activities, taught by a retired nurse. , .In this sociable, welcoming and friendly, mixed ability group. you will fit in as Kerley,  will find the right pace for you.

Our wellbeing Instructors are qualified to deliver WALX for all levels so it’s never too late to take that first step..

We take into account your abilities and plan the route accordingly so you can be sure to exercise at the pace which is right for you.  Walking or Nordic walking can be  interspersed with balance, strength, relaxation, smovey workouts and forest bathing.

 Westminster Park offers easy flat terrain on  generally good paths  and well kept playing fields

 Please  bring with you a a small rucsac with your drink  and any medication you may need .

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Join Mel for a Moderate Adventure Walk around the Dunstable Downs area.

This walk is for those who can walk 5-6 km in anIt 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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Join our Guided Nordic Walk around the ancient Forest. Walks are led by our team of experienced Forestry England Volunteers. Our walks are suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, who have completed a NWUK Learn to Walk Course and are comfortable walking for the full 90 minutes.

If you feel the full 90 minutes will not be possible please talk to the walk leader and they will arrange to bring you back to the car park after 45 minutes so that you can still enjoy a walk.

Please sign up at least 2 hours before the advertised start time so that we can ensure one of our volunteer leaders will be there.

Please note that walks may be cancelled at short notice, full refunds will be given if this happens. 

Please book in advance online. Freedom Passport Holders only.