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We are adhering to strict COVID-19 social distancing protocol. Please use your own poles, water,

facemask hand sanitiser and tissues.

Please donot bookon for a walk if you think you may have symtoms or have symptoms or have been in contact with someone who has symptoms Thank you for your understanding.

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

This is a walk which will take you around the beautiful grounds of Attingham and parkland

Gears 1 & 2 Walx will be used during this walk.

Dress to suit the weather including sun protection.

Special instructions for Walking at Attingham Park.

You donot need to pre book a slot at Attingham Park in addition to booking the walk but you will need to Identify yourself as a booked Nordic Walker. ie bring your booked Nordic walking booking confirmation email if possible. I will provide Attingham with a list of attendees.

NT members should show their membership card on entry.

Non National Trust Members need to be aware that they need to pay a £5 Active pass on arrival for each session (or become mebers if they plan to walk reguarly).

You Will need a face mask to access toilets, cafe and shop. 

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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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A gentle safe way to walk yourself fitter! This is a gentle session which will challenge your flexibility, joint mobility, balance and strength whilst using poles to improve general fitness. Exercises are incorporated within the walk. This session is suitable for those who want to build up to the longer or more vigorous walks or may have concerns about their health. Many of our members are seeing the benefits of participating in the wellness sessions. 

Results have included a reduction in blood pressure, improvements in breathing, better balance and a general feeling of wellbeing. We have a lot of fun as we exercise in the fresh air. This is a very social session and we often stay behind for tea, coffee and putting the world to rights in the tearooms. 

You do not have to have a passport to join wellbeing classes. Be good to yourself and book now!

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Power of Poles intro course

Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want. This course will help you understand how to select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges.

This course will ensure you get the correct movement and techniques from the start. Whilst we do provide poles for tuition sessions these are thoroughly cleaned before and after use. At the moment Poles used for tuition are strapless.

Have a look at power-of-the-poles-now-available for more information.

After this course you will receive the Freedom Passport to book walks with all NWUK instructors.

A progression to an optional Part 2 of the course gives you the opportunity to explore how to get more out of using Nordic style strapped poles with drills and advanced technique tuition.

This is what other people said:

"Thank you for the course on thursday I really enjoyed the afternoon , and am looking forward to being in the walks. It was all very informative and you also made it enjoyable . See you on thursday I only ached a little bit the next day."

"I found the handles comfortable with good grip and ledge hand rest. The poles felt stable, I walk with carbon poles and expected these to feel a lot heavier, but I adapted to them quickly and this wasn’t an issue. On top of each handle is a clear image of L and R so no confusion which pole in what hand. The feet are sturdy like mini black boots, easy to remove.

I would prefer this style to use over rugged and hilly terrain, especially climbing over styles as no unclipping and re clipping of straps, I can also see the benefit of this style for people who suffer from joint problems in the hands and wrists as straps can aggravate some conditions. 

For me personally I think they would have helped me post op and through the learning process of walking again because of there stability, I felt more grounded. I certainly felt that I had completed a good work out and waited until the following morning to see how my body had reacted. The benefit for me was I felt it had worked the core area, when walking with my carbon poles I am conscious of mentally and physically pulling my core muscles in, with the urban poles I noticed without thinking I could feel it happening, and certainly felt it next day.My upper arm also had a stronger workout, this was soaked away by a much needed shower.

These are brilliant poles as it gives everyone an opportunity to walk and feel able, to join in."

Please do not book on for this course if you think you may have symptoms or have been in contact with some one who has symptoms of Covid-19. Thank you for your understanding.

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Make it a date for our Tuesday morning wellness session; a great opportunity to catch up on the weeks' chit chat while making health and fitness gains at the same time. Excuse us for interrupting, but we will include some exercises to help make you fit and healthy while offering plenty of opportunity for a natter during and after the session!

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It is essential to register and book in advance online.

We are adhering to strict Covid 19 social distancing rules. It is essential to maintain a 2 metre distance during the walk and at meeting points, before and after walks. Masks are optional. Pease do not book a walk if you think you may have symptoms or have been in cotact with someone who has symptoms. Thank you for your understanding

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NEW - 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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A great chance to build up your fitness whilst enjoying a Nordic walk in this beautiful Country Park. Previously an Ironstone Quarry the park is a lovely mix of woodland and green spaces bursting with flora and fauna. The varied tracks and trails provide variety and mixed terrain with opportunities to raise the heartbeat but also time to enjoy peace and mindfulness.

Available to those who hold a FREEDOM PASSPORT.

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A  unique Fitness walking concept. Walking for Results includes Nordic Walking, Uses a mix of bands, body weight, circuits and drills  

Total body walking  is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises: the use for Nordic walking poles and other innovative fitness walking kit to help target the upper body too.

Delivered by a qualified instructor who will plan WALX that work on all aspects of fitness and make the most of being outdoors

 Walx speed guide moderate/demanding

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

Join us for this fun and invigorating session to strengthen, mobilise, coordinate and stabilise.  With Smovey, many exercises are possible that help to strengthen the muscles, mobilise the joints, increase coordination and stabilisation and increase the heart rate. The Smovey is the must-have exercise tool. This Open WALX is also available for customers who are not members to provide a flavour of WALX

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A  unique Fitness walking concept. Walking for Results includes Nordic Walking, Uses a mix of bands, body weight, circuits and drills  

Total body walking  is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises: the use for Nordic walking poles and other innovative fitness walking kit to help target the upper body too.

Delivered by a qualified instructor who will plan WALX that work on all aspects of fitness and make the most of being outdoors

 Walx speed guide moderate/demanding

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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk through Cuerden Valley Park.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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

Explore - woodland, hills and meadows, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This GENTLE walk is for those who can walk 3-4 km in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability.

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Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking – it makes something we can all do… twice as effective! 

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Canford Park SANG (Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace)

This flat walk offers superb river views.

This is a social walk suitable for all abilities. It is a flat walk with superb river views. This area, which opened in June 2019, has shingle paths, and is on the southern bank of the River Stour, with fabulous river, pond and countryside views.

Should the river be flooded, we will walk the Stour Valley Way on a road ( disused) up to Canford School crossing the golf course.

There is ample free parking. There is a height restriction at the entrance to cars. There are no toilets or other facilities.

It is likely to be popular with local dog walkers.

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

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You may join this walk without the Power of Poles training, I will teach you the technique during the walk.

The walk will be designed for all levels from rehabilitation to advanced Nordic Walkers - the beauty of green spaces.

We will leave the car park and have a short walk through the pathways to lead us to Worcestor park where we can either take a walk around the path or on to the green and bring in the hills to the workout. Some weeks we may venture to Stone recreation ground or along the Thames to the Abbey at Ingress Park.

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A  unique Fitness walking concept. Walking for Results includes Nordic Walking, Uses a mix of bands, body weight, circuits and drills  

Total body walking  is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises: the use for Nordic walking poles and other innovative fitness walking kit to help target the upper body too.

Delivered by a qualified instructor who will plan WALX that work on all aspects of fitness and make the most of being outdoors

 Walx speed guide moderate/demanding

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A  unique Fitness walking concept. Walking for Results includes Nordic Walking, Uses a mix of bands, body weight, circuits and drills  

Total body walking  is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises: the use for Nordic walking poles and other innovative fitness walking kit to help target the upper body too.

Delivered by a qualified instructor who will plan WALX that work on all aspects of fitness and make the most of being outdoors

 Walx speed guide moderate/demanding

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  This is the perfect opportunity to come to Kerley`s s Virtual cuppa. It would be great to see you so we can talk through positive ways forward to keep fit healthy and have social contact

 BOOK ONLINE and your ZOOM login will be sent in your Exercise-Anywhere email reminder.

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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! Our wellbeing Instructors are qualified to deliver WALX for all levels so it’s never too late to take that first step.

We meet at Corfe Castle Pavilion. Parking at venue or West Street car park. Toilets available

Any equipment will be cleaned according to Covid guidelines.

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These WALX make every step count!

Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises, the use of Nordic walking poles  to help target the upper body too, whilst making the most of being outdoors

An action packed one hour session to help you increase your fitness levels and gain results!

This one hour session is a mix of Cardiovascular exercises , upper body work plus technique and speed drills - what a way to start the day!

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We are adhering to strict Covid-19 social distancing protocol. Please use your own poles and bring your own water.

Please do not book on for for a walk if you think you may have symptoms, or do have symptoms or have been in contact with some one who has symptoms. Thank you for your understanding. 

Nordic Walx are simply sociable Nordic walks in a mixed ability group, enjoying beautiful locations in and around South Shropshire and beyond. Most routes are circular and will try to make the most of the beautiful surroundings.

This is an attractive mixed terrain walk in the beautiful Carding Mill Valley and around Rectory Wood.