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NO SPACES AVAILABLE - GET IN TOUCH FOR FUTURE DATES. Get the most from using poles for walking fitness whether you are looking to improve posture, aerobic fitness or to tone up in your own time, or you want to join any of our 20 weekly sociable, outdoor classes.

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Join us for a lovely moderate woodland walk, with peaceful paths, beautiful countryside and plenty of opportunity to chat along the way.

The woodland has a wonderful network of paths, which means we can vary the route and enjoy a slightly different walk each time. Along the way, we’ll occasionally emerge from the trees into open areas with fantastic views across the surrounding countryside.

This is a moderate walk, with some gentle hills and natural woodland terrain underfoot. You don’t need to be super-fit, but you should be comfortable walking at a steady pace and managing a few inclines. As always with WALX Coast and Country, no one gets left behind and our walk leaders will make sure the group stays together.

If you are building your fitness or are unsure whether this walk is right for you, please ask us before booking – we are always happy to help you choose the most suitable walk.

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Join Emma for a Gentle paced Nordic Walk at Woughton on the Green.

For a Gentle nordic walk along the picturesque river and canal of the Ouze valley. A Gentle and safe way to walk yourself fitter! These walks use poles to improve general fitness and increase joint mobility (Pace approx 2-3 miles p/hr)

GENTLE pace: 4 km/2 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Mostly flat tarmac or grass paths

DISTANCE: approx 4km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS. 

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We are excited to welcome newcomers to the use of poles to exercise the whole body while walking.

Using our WALX poles in this 60mins session, 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 will be at a level where you will be issued with the NWUK Freedom Passport. allowing you to join our walks and classes along with other WALX and Nordic Walking UK groups around the UK.

We can guide you towards the right walk or class to help you get started and advise you on choosing the right poles for you.

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

Total Body Walking Fitness Brisk and Burn lead by Chris Gunn 

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 3/4) 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

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NOTE THIS IS NOT A WALK , THIS IS 'NORDIC STRENGTH',

a strength & conditioning session, designed to improve our overall body strength, core strength, mobility, flexibility and balance. The session comprises:- A short dynamic warm up to get us ready for the exercises to follow; A main section targetting key muscle groups to support and enhance our longer term Walking capabilities; and A controlled cool down, to enhance recovery. The session focuses on quality posture and range of motion. We will not be lifting any heavy weights just working within our own capabilities and against gravity : )

Suitable for all ages and abilities. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring a drink and an exercise mat.

 NOTE: There will need to be a minimum of 4 people attending for the session to take place. 

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Circuit Class

This is a fabulous session using free weights to music  to build, tone, strength the whole body. There will be a mix and varied workout which will include some floor work. This session is delivered as a group session to help keep you motivated. You will  work at your own pace using weights suitable for you.

You will need trainers and a mat for these sessions.  

In the summer these sessions will be outside until the evenings get dark.    

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Hooray! We are delighted to bring back our Evening sessions for the summertime.

Come and join us for a brisk walk 3 mile walk in the lovely setting of Sywell Reservoir. Whether you are a Nordic Walker or do not want to use poles, we will encourage you to get more from a walk, with tips on posture, better muscle engagement and even a faster pace.

What a great way to finish off a busy day at work, especially if you have spent the day sitting. Fresh air, exercise and a laugh with friends. You never know, you may even get a better night's sleep!

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Duration - one hour, walk grade 2.5.  Finish off the working day with a walk in the Park.  The Evening Walk is a great way to relax, it’s social and exercise too!  It`s aimed at the moderate level walker and above.  After a warm up we will set off together and those that wish to walk fast can go ahead and at certain points we will gather together. This is achieved by those walking ahead will, at certain points or times, double back to the rear of the group or remaining at a pre-determined rendezvous point and practicing drills or other gentle exercises to keep warm and active.