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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 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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Come and discover the paths around

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 about an hour we will stride out, aiming to cover about 3 miles. This is an exercise session for those used to using their Nordic Walking Poles with the correct technique.

Although you may feel your heart beating a bit faster and your breathing a bit deeper, there will be plenty of opportunity to chat with your fellow walkers and take note of the countryside we are walking through.

The terrain will vary, sometimes flat, sometimes a bit steep, but well within your capacity.

And at the end there is usually a coffee available nearby.

Poles Provided

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

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Hosted by: Cathy Fort

Why not come and join our friendly group of walkers exploring the beautiful parkland of Attingham with its accient trees, and wonderful wild life. We take our time walking in nature enjoying the bird song and beautiful views and lanscape. Every season brings us somthing special and is one of our most popular walking locations.

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Join Emma for an Adventure Nordic Walk at ASPLEY WOODS. 

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Woodland paths with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: approx 5km

Longslade Lane Car Park. Why not join us for a cuppa in between the Adventure and Gentle walks.

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS. 

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From a one to two hour WALX in your local country park to a half day in the hills or the city, these walks are for you. Wednesday is the day for a Walkabout Walx and they take place usually twice a month and can include our yearly challenges like the Thames Path or Capital Ring walk for 2024

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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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Choose the pre-paid option and get 20% off - this walk costs £6

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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Walk for all levels. Join Sarah on this lovely wlk through Wendover Woods and surrounds

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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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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Gentle walks and talk around Allestree Park and enjoy the local scenery and wildlife that is in this fabulous city park. 

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Want to find out more about WALX? Join us for a FREE short session where we take you for a short walk to chat through what YOU want to get out of walking more and show you the things we offer here at WALX.

Our qualified, professional instructors will explain the levels and types of walks we have and provide advice on what is best for you - depending on your fitness levels and aims.

Suitable for all levels whether you are training for a mighty hike or getting back into exercise - we can help, and our welcoming groups will keep you inspired.

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Duration - 1 hour, walk grade 2.  This walk is conducted at a gentle pace, with rest stops if required.  Regular catch-up and re-grouping to allow people to walk ahead if required.

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  Come along and give WALX a go. Your qualified Instructor will guide you through how to get the MOST out of every step you take! Great for beginners and experienced WALXers alike.  Everyone is welcome on this  wellness walk with or without poles.

Learn how to WALK WELL, harnessing the power of good posture, your 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 .

  Try out some poles, try other ways to boost strength, help with weight loss and make walking WORK for you!

Join this friendly mixed ability group. Many members prefer to walk with poles as they find it is more effective than ordinary walking .(When poles are used we are able to engage the upper body, core muscles, improve posture, help balance  and burn more calories)

These walks will be ideal for anyone recovering from Covid or other health conditions and those walkers who want a gentle return to  fitness levels.  

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

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A fantastic start to the week! with a Gentle 'Walk in the woods', walk yourself fitter while refeshing your mind at the same time. These walks use poles to improve general fitness and increase joint mobility.

GENTLE pace: 4 km/2 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Woodland paths with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: approx 4km

Longslade Lane Car Park. Why not join us for a cuppa in between the Adventure and Gentle walks.

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS. 

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

Jokingly called Killer Hills.! These action packed one hour walks are designed to help you to improve your fitness levels  and breathing on short, sharp inclines. In the winter, it will only go ahead if a minimum of 2 people book.

From October Headtorches and high visibility  jackets are required until the evenings become lighter.

 For those who walk without poles and those who like to walk with poles. Many members prefer to walk with poles as they find it  more effective than ordinary walking and help on inclines and descents. .When poles are used we are able to engage the upper body, core muscles, improve posture and burn more calories. 

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

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Join us for a 30 min online Smovey session

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Join Danielle for a sociable Nordic walk around Hyde with a mixed ability group, ideal for beginners

Where will tonight`s walk take you? Join Danielle as she leads you around the canals and hidden woodlands of Hyde and Haughton Dale. 

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A 3 mile wooded loop followed by breakfast in Hythe. 

Breakfast venue: Adam's Cafe

16-20 South Street, Hythe. SO45 6EB

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Early mornings here are magical.  Fabulous to admire the views from the rolling hills at High Ash Farm ...

We love it here and at this time of the year, we can expect fantastic vistas.  So let’s enjoy the benefits of fresh air exercise at a brisk pace to get right into the Nordic Zone. It is on meadow and field trails around the beautiful High Ash Farm.  EXPECT HILLS!

3-  3.5 miles

£8.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS AND ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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

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. 

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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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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This is a friendly and popular Nordic walking Group for those who have completed a Power of Poles induction  course. We explore the forest trails, meres and hills in Delamere Forest and  cover 4-5km (3.5 - 4 miles) in the hour.  

This is for members with a Nordic Walking UK FREEDOM code  

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

Car parking Fees apply in Forest Centre, Tree tops carpark, Old Pale, Whitefield carpark or become a member of Delamere Forest for an annal fee of £72.00 and  this covers carparking fees foe a year! 

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A walk that will include various challenges along the way.