FAQs

It is all in the poles… unlike when trekking or rambling, Nordic Walking poles are planted behind you in order to propel you along. This engages the upper body muscles and arms and also makes you feel lighter on your feet. Nordic Walking turns a regular walk into a workout, but it doesn’t feel a though you are working any harder as the poles take away the impact from your joints, help you to walk quicker and tone your arms at the same time!

Nordic walking is suitable for all abilities, ages and fitness levels. If you can walk, then you can nordic walk. The Beginner’s Technique course will give you a good idea of what nordic walking can do for you and will also give your Instructor a good opportunity to suggest which walks are most suitable for you.

We offer Adventure Walks, Gentle Adventure Walks, Technique Walks and Wellbeing Walks so there is something for everyone.

A 45-minute session that will help you understand just how beneficial Nordic walking can be and how it is far more than just walking with poles!

Get a taste of how light you will feel on your feet, how the whole body is mobilised and why you need to take the time to learn the technique.

Adventure Walk

Sociable moderately-paced Nordic Walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group. These words are led by your Instructor or Walk Leader and enable you to the most of our surroundings and nature. What better way to enjoy being active outdoors.

Gentle Adventure Walk

A slow paces Adventure but covering the same route and mileage as the Adventure Walk

Wellbeing Walk

A gentle safe way to improve your fitness and strength! These walks may include exercises that help with flexibility, balance and strength whilst using poles to improve general fitness and increase joint mobility. The walks are suitable for beginners, those who want to build up to the longer walks or may have concerns about their health.

Technique Walks

These walks are for people who have already trained with us, but would like to work on their technique. You could have just completed a beginner’s course, or you may have had some time off nordic walking and want to get back into it, or you may just want to brush up on your technique.

In order to get the most out of Nordic walking it is essential to learn the correct technique. Our Technique course breaks the method down into manageable sessions, usually 2 sessions of 60-90 minutes.  This learning can be consolidated and reinforced by joining in with the Technique walks.

For most courses there is a maximum of 6 spaces. This is partly due to the number of poles available to use, and also so that the group is a manageable size so that 1:1 attention can be given. On regular walks we currently have a maximum of 12 spaces.

Of course you can! Get in touch and we can send you a health questionnaire to complete. If you want to be sure that you have the full technique required to join in on our regular walks book onto a Technique walk.

All you need it the correct clothing and footwear for the weather. We recommend comfortable walking shoes or trail shoes with flexible soles are ideal. A small rucksack is a good idea and you should always bring a bottle of water.

During this time of COVID it is preferable if you purchase your own poles, and we can help advise which ones to get. However if buying in advance is not possible there are poles available to borrow.

Taster sessions are £5.

The Beginner’s Technique course is £20 for the two sessions and £6 for the Technique Walks.

Adventure walks and Wellbeing walks are £6 for 60-90 minutes.