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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.

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Wear footwear suitable for outdoor walking and clothes to match the weather.

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Hosted by Cathy 

This new sociable walk takes you along the river to the Weir and back through the pictureque Shrewsbury Town, stopping at the Orchard Cafe for coffee and a catch up. Its what we do best.

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Our lovely Tuesday walk is an hour of easy walking incorporating some mobility, balance and stretches - perfect for those who don't want to push themselves too much, are recently starting out on their Nordic walking journey or quite simply want to have an hour of steady, pleasurable  walking.

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Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want.

This 2 PART COURSE, delivered in partnership with WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL and including a free pole clinic, will help you understand how to select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges.  

This course is delivered over 2 x 1-hour sessions:

·         The first session will ensure you get the correct movement and technique using strapless poles

·         The second session will enable you to practice your technique and we will then help you select the right poles and walks for YOU!  

SESSION DATES : 9th January at 10am + 16th January at 10am

Please book and pay for this session and we will add you to the 16th January session; there will be no additional cost.

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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility, strength exercises, focused breathing routine and a bit of relaxation too. Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

Join Sally on this gentle wellbeing walk to discover the secrets of the famous Blue Pool. Good but uneven paths and wonderful views. A wonderful outdoor setting and tranquil space that helps to restore the mind and the body.Entry fee and car parking included.

Toilets and Cafe

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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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This week the terrific Tuesday series of Explorer WALX starts from the village of Hognaston, the backdrop of Carsington Water with many varied routes to choose from with impressive views of the reservoir and beyond. 

Designed to help you to keep improving and get noticeable results, mainly on footpaths through fields, hills and views.  

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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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MIKE`S 2-3 HOUR TUESDAY  (WINTER) WANDERER WALK (meet at 10.20am for a prompt 10.30am start time) - Led by Parks and Pathways Walk Leader Mike Podmore. It will be a moderate pace 2 -3 hour walk of around 5 to 8 miles from different locations taking place once a month on a Tuesday when Mike is available. 

THIS WEEK - Port Salford Greenway Circular from the Barton Arms, Worsley. This walk is 6 miles and is mostly on decent tracks/paths. Starting from the pub car park, we walk along a very quiet country lane to join the Port Salford Greenway which passes through New Alder Park. Following a path parallel to Worsley Brook we go under the M602 passing Cleavley Athletics track and Winton Park. AFter going under the Manchester to Liverpool railway line we join the Bridgewater Way at Patricroft. We then follow the Bridgewater canal to Monton where we then join a path which takes us across Worsley Golf club then onto the Roe Green Loopline. Following a path alongside Kempnough Brook to Old Warke Dam we follow Mill Brow which takes us across Worsley Green back to the start. Optional lunch at the Barton Arms at the end. Toilets available at the Barton Arms at the end of the walk, but there are options for going 'wild' on route too. Bring a bite to eat and a drink to have during the walk. 

Parts of the route can be muddy so walking boots are strongly recommended for this walk. 

MEETING POINT- The Barton Arms, Stablefold, Worsley. Sat Nav M28 2ED. Park in the Barton Arms car park. On road parking also available on Stablefold and on Barton Road. Sat Nav M28 2ED.

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Google Maps: search for The Barton Arms, Stablefold, Worsley

PLEASE NOTE, you need to have your own poles to attend this walk as no poles will be available for hire. 

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We hope to be walking our circular route into Countesthorpe and then back into Blaby and back to the park. 

Please remember that paths can be muddy in places at this time of year.

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A lovely gentle  paced social walk around Rushcombe Bottom and surrounding area. It is just under 2.5 miles, there are some gentle inclines.Paths can be stones, muddy, and uneven.

Corfe Hills Nature Park includes areas of woodland, heathland, meadows and pastures, connected by footpaths and guided trails. Grazing plays an important role in the management of many habitats and you may encounter livestock on your walk

After exploring Rushcombe Bottom, we pass some rural properties, then walk a short distance on Ashington Cutting (accessed by a flight of wooden steps with a hand rail ) , which  is part of an old disused railway line.We continue on to walk a short loop at Happy Bottom Nature Reserve, positioned at the northern end of the Corfe Barrows Nature Park and owned and managed by Dorset Wildlife Trust. 

We will meet at the junction of Roman Heights and Jupiter Way.There is free street parking.  

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Gentle Walk with Mel

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 £25.00 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, *90mins & under.

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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

£8.50 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 through Haslam Park.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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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.

THIS WALK IS FREE FOR ALL SOUTH OXHEY RESIDENTS - PLEASE REQUEST A DISCOUNT CODE IF YOU HAVE A WD19 POSTCODE.

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Gentle WALX that incorporates Yoga.

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Try before youe buy!  Taster session to show you exaactly what the Nordic Walking poles can do for you, feel the abdominal and shoulder muscles engage as they propel you with every stride

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Terrific Tuesday Motivator  - These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills and strength exercises. Challenging and exhilarating, motivating you in the evenings. 

Total Body WALX can be done with or without poles. If you would like to use the poles the technique course is recommended. 

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

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Hosted By Cathy.

Why not start your day by joing our  B.B Yoga and Pilates outdoor class, which incorporates flexibility, strength, breathwork, and relaxation relaxation.

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

Mostly Gear 2 with some sustained bursts of gear 3 where appropriate and on mixed terrain.

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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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Join Karen for a Moderate Adventure Walk around the Hastoe & Tring Park area.

We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy the great outdoors. Poles or no poles!

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. 

Enjoy sociable Nordic walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group. Lead by accredited instructors or leaders, these walks make the most of our beautiful countryside and are an inspiring way to enjoy being active outdoors.

Pole hire included.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

\For just a £25.00 monthly plan you can join *unlimited WALX, *90mins & under.