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Join Ursula for a Moderate Adventure Nordic Walk at Howe Park Wood. 

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Woodland & tarmac paths, with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: approx 5km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS.

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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.

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 book in advance online. Freedom Passport Holders only.

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A sociable walk where you will get into your moderate training zone.  That is approx 6/10 on the rate of perceived exertion scale.

You will get mildly out of breath during this walk so that you gain some training benefit but you will still be able to talk.

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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Explorer Walx are simply sociable Nordic walks in a mixed ability group, enjoying beautiful locations in and around Shropshire.

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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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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 location is Ellastone which lies on the River Dove on the border between Derbyshire and Staffordshire. Explore this peaceful village and the surrounding countryside, which inspired George Eliot’s classic tales of rural life.

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We will take a route in and around Blaby to begin with as the first part of our figure of eight and then go over to the disused railway line as the second part.  Walk will total about 1 hour 30 minutes in total.

The pub will be open afterwards - please book a table directly with them if you are wanting to eat.

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

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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 around the Ashton Park area.

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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Join us for this medium-paced 4 mile walk from Cottam Community Centre as we admire the art of Thompson Dagnall and look for wildlife along the towpath.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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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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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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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 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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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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In this session we work on helping you to get strong legs, upper body strength, ankle strength, hip stability, balaance, agility all whilst having a great laugh.

You will be working hard but at appropriate level for your ability.

Everyone is supportive and youwill be made very welcome.

YOU DO NOT NEED POLES IF YOU ARE NOT A NORDIC WALKER.

You will part your car at the Ewe and Lamb then make your way over to the field opposite The Hanbury Turn Pub.

Please be at the field by 9.25am ready for the warm up.

ONLINE CLASSES

For online classes you must ensure that you have a clear area to train (Approx 2m Square).

You must dress appropriately for the session.

You must ensure that your emergency contact details are up to date in your profile. 

You will need a mat for floor exercises, a tea towel for strength exercises and a place where you can do press ups such as a kitchen work surface.  If you have access to a fitness band that would be useful too.

If the class is billed as a Gymstick/Pro X Walker/Isobow owners class you MUST have these items.

INDOOR CLASSES 

Bring a mat and clothing suitable for indoor fitness.

OUTDOOR CLASSES

You must be fit and healthy enoygh to take part in sessions outside on grass and other surfaces.

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We return to Evington Park for our walk around this lovely park and the accompanying arboretum.  Always lots to see with the various historical parts to this walk plus the abundant wildlife we often come across.

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Make the most of being outdoors and get moving with  Total Body WALX in the Verulamium park. 

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

This is a moderate paced class covering approx. 2-3 miles.

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

Remember: Monthly membership gives you unlimited classes for only £19 per month