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Our Monday Morning upbeat fitness walk around Everards Meadows will set you up for the week! Add in some energising exercises and you can be sure you will be on the road to a better version of you! We will make sure you walk at the best pace for you and leave knowing you have done your body a power of good!

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An adventure walk to kick start the week. Mondays tend to be our busiest day and a great way to catch up with all walkers.

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Mondays start with a blast! A fun but challenging session of walking and exercises to get those pulses racing and work up a sweat.

This walk will be at a VERY brisk pace including some good hills for exertion. Please bring paws. 

3 miles LONG +

£8.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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A faster-paced walk using poles for added benefits putting a little pep in your step adding speed through technique.

Using inclines and intervals to challenge you more whilst learning new skills for uneven terrain, technique tips and building confidence for bigger and longer days in the hills.

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Have you been enjoying walking during lockdown? Find out how walking with poles will turn your walking into a full body exercise. In this 90min session you will learn the basics of Nordic walking. 

You'll gain the skills to get the most from your own walking as well as being able to join national Nordic Walking UK and WALX classes.

Locally you will be able to book into any of WALX Ver Valley's classes straight away and enjoy effective total body walking in and around the St Albans beautiful countryside.

The beginner's workshop is delivered by accredited WALX Instructors.

We supply the poles. All equipment is thoroughly cleaned and sanitised before and after use.

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The Explorer WALX will take you to various local countryside parks and nature reserves, following pathways and river courses around St Albans. Visit some of Hertfordshire's beautiful countryside, on varied terrain, these walks are ideal for anyone who wants to improve their fitness and enjoy the social side of walking.

If you feel unwell between the time of booking the walk and attending please err on the side of caution and cancel.

From one hour WALX in your local country park to a half day in the hills.

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A pleasant 6 mile walk from the quaint village of Tichborne.

The route follows Allan King Way towards Gander Down then loops back with the final section heading north through Tichborne park.

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A beautiful 3.5-4 mile walk around Grotton and Lees Valley at a gentle pace. Ideal for beginners. Mostly flat with a few shallow but longer hills

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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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Come and discover the paths around Manor Park

Every Monday we`ll change our location (although they`ll all be in & around Glossop) to discover some hidden treasures

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For those who have completed the Power of Poles intro course and want to explore how to get more out using Nordic style strapped poles with drills and advanced technique tuition. Your Instructor will help you gain a more comprehensive understanding of poles and how to maximise them for everything from fitness walking to running (optional).

This session involves plenty of practice, fault correction and personal guidance in order to leave you with a great understanding of using poles for progression, fitness and results.

This course is also a great refresher course for those that want to remind themselves of best technique or just take their nordic walking to the next level.

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Our classic Monday morning Nordic WALX to raise your heart rate and start your week with a buzz.

This class will push YOUR pace, rather than just being a fast class.

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A walk that is focussed on improving your cardio-vascular fitness encouraging you to achieve. 

It is fun and will challenge you appropriately.

Expect to work between 6-8/10 RPE.

Please read the description for more details but always check the walk timings as they are an indicator of how long you will be working for.

Ian 07939 175505

Carol - 07545 779474

Carolyn - 07773 352434

All our walks are inclusive and assistance dogs might be on a walk if required.

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Enjoy sociable Nordic Walking for Freedom Passport holders in a variety of locations with a mixed ability group. 

Lead by accredited instructors or leaders, these walks make the most of our beautiful countryside and are a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors, at the same time as improving your fitness and wellbeing.

We'll walk for at least an hour, longer if your time allows.

Poles provided. Wear outdoor activity footwear and clothes suitable for the weather.

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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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Observing Covid 19 guide lines at all times.

Meet at large Lay-by on outskirts of Instow. Post code EX394JH 

For those who have completed the 'Learn to' Nordic walking course. Enjoy a GENTLE full body work out while walking along the Tarka trail and Instow beach.

Simply enjoy sociable Nordic walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group. Lead by an accredited instructor, these walks make the most of our stunning coastal countryside and are a relaxing and therapeutic way to enjoy keeping fit and active outdoors.

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A moderately paced ADVENTURE walk of approximately 3 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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Enjoy sociable Nordic walking at an easy gentle pace.

Delivered in partnership with THREE RIVERS DISTRICT 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.

Please note that we ask that you have your PAWS ON for this walk. 

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A comfortably paced walk for you to enjoy in a social atmosphere, during the walk providing if the weather is fine we will stop for a 20 minute session of Chi Ball - A mixture of Tai Chi and Yoga from the seasons sequence. A small ball is used but imagination is fine for the session. Details can be given if you would like to purchase a ball. For more details on the full chi ball virtual class, please see the booking system.

Please ensure that you have completed the Nordic Walking Learn to Walk course prior to booking this session, Beginner courses will be available soon in Bexley. 

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Take time out to enjoy a lesiurely paced walk and talk with Chris and friends in Hambleton.

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Join Emma for a Moderate Adventure Nordic Walk at WOUGHTON, Now 90 minutes

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Tarmac and grass paths, mostly flat

DISTANCE: approx 7km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS. 

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Walk well, experience poles for improved posture and total body walking, and perform balance and strength exercises in the park.

These FREE 45mins sessions give you a clear idea of what WALX is all about! 

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A beautiful place to `wake up the week` especially at this time of the year...

Walks are varied and wildlife is abundant. A moderate-speed Nordic walk for Gear 2 abilities.

This walk is suitable for Nordic walkers looking for a moderate GEAR 2 pace although the hills in the woodland will present physical challenge.

Come and enjoy walking in the local countryside, take in the views, fresh air and company of the group, whilst being active outdoors.

PLEASE BRING PAWS

3 miles

£8.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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This week only the walk is in Allestree Park due to the closure of Kedleston.

This walk will include a mixture of various different paces, but at all times you should be able to talk, walk and get some exercise. Ideal for anyone who wants to improve their fitness, but at the same time enjoy the social side of the walk.  

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This is a walk on footpaths and over stiles through fields around Denstone Hall Farm Shop crossing the Staffordshire countryside.

Come and enjoy this Monday morning walk to get an active start at the beginning of your week.  

Using gear 1 and 2, walking 2 -3 miles

Don`t forget to wear suitable shoes and clothing for all weathers

Please do not book on for this walk if you think you may have symptoms or have been in contact with some one who has symptoms of Covid-19. Thank you for your understanding.

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

 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.