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A mid week longer walk with NNW Walk Leader, Becky Sewell.  Lots of choices to mix up these walks so each week you see something different.  From the Marriott’s Way to Reepham or out along small tracks and the tiny secret Catchback Lane....

 Come and enjoy walking in the local countryside, take in the views, fresh air and company of the group, whilst being active outdoors.  Lovely cafe so we can enjoy coffee afterwards in the sunshine (we hope!)

Moderate / fast pace - must be able to walk consistently at steady 3.3mph pace

YOU WILL SEE STEAM TRAINS ON THIS WALK!!!  Join us for this gem….

4 Miles

£8 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £27 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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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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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 90 minutes.

Covering approximately 3-4 miles

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Have fun on a Wednesday, back for one week.

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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Today’s walk starts & ends at the highly popular Tollemache Arms Pub in the pretty village of Harrington which lies north of Northampton off the Market Harborough Road & not far from the Leicestershire border. 

A 5 mile circular over open countryside with beautiful views and includes a few hills to get the heart rate lifted.

Open to friends and family, Poles or no Poles. Just enjoy a friendly, sociable walk together.

Finish off with a refreshing drink / lunch in the pub garden with it's fabulous views.

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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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This session is for those walkers who need a slower paced walk due to specific ongoing health and mobility conditions. It is ideal if you are just starting out to getting fitter.

It is specifically for clients who are unable to attend workout walks due to the physical demand of those sessions. This sessions will cover different disciplines at a pace and level to suit you. These different disciplines will vary each week depending on attendees and will cover the following, cardio, balance, mobility, flexibility, endurance all to  improve mobility and balance.

During the session there are a number of opportunities to stop and rest if necessary.

The key to this session is enjoyment and to take safe exercise outside in our  lovely parks and Comyn   

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The Free Taster is a 45-minute session suitable for all fitness levels and will help you understand just how beneficial Nordic walking can be and how it is far more than just walking with poles! 

You will also feel why it is important to learn the technique properly to maximise the benefits and have a lot of fun too.

This free session is your opportunity to try out the award-winning and growing outdoor activity that harnesses the power of exercise & nature to improve your health both physically and mentally.

Come along and find out what you having been missing out on, it will only take 45 minutes of your time, and your life will start to change one step at a time!

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A gentle WALX that incorporates balance work, flexibility and strength exercises with a litte Tai Chi, Yoga or relaxation.

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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.

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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.

Sanitised pole hire included.

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These walks are a chance to use your Nordic Walking skills in the stunning surroundings of the New Forest and our beautiful coastline.

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Rose Hill Marple Nordic Walks

Come along and join us on a friendly Nordic Walk starting at The Railway Pub near Rose Hill Station Marple, there are different circular routes around the area, using a mixture of streets, canals, parks, woodland, riverside paths, bridlepaths

The walk includes a short mobilisation of joints prior to walking and a cool down stretch at the end. 

The walks are advertised at 90mins but they may take a little longer than that, due to terrain, social distancing measures.

Time 12:00-13:30

Gears 1 and maybe 2 with some hills.

Distance approx 5km (3miles)

Whilst we do understand that sometimes it is not possible to make a class, please be aware that we do operate a no refund policy if you give us less than 24 hours’ notice. To see the full policy click HERE    

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This session is all about the Power of the Poles.

From this 90 minute session you will under the guidance of a qualified instructor have gained a good understanding of the technique used to turn a walk into a workout. You will be guided on how and why in using the poles correctly you will have a good workout working all the key muscle groups.

You will feel the difference in how you walk with poles and be amazed how it instantly improves posture, gives you a cardio workout for you and is a great start to learn more about how to improve your lifestyle with exercise.   Walking with poles is ideal for almost everyone and can literally change your life and attitude to exercise.  

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Gentle WALX great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

The class is designed to help you get confident moving outdoors, whilst enjoying the fresh air and having some fun.

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Come with us on a magical journey through the wonderland that is the Labyrinth at Beacon Hill Country Park. Lose yourself amongst the twisted branches and fairytale wood carvings which hide amongst the Rhododendrons.

Add to this an energising walk around the pathways of the park, with plans to reach the summit of Beacon Hill to take in the spectacular views across Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and as far as Lincoln Cathedral (on a very clear day), this walk has it all! You may even catch a glimpse of the Highland Cattle and maybe the alpacas!

The park is part of a Site of Special Scientific Importance and a landmark for its' geology and ecology. You have the opportunity to take in the wonders of nature, but by the time you have reached the top of the hill your heart rate will be up and you may even fancy stopping for a coffee and cake at the park cafe!

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Gentle WALX that incorporates balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of tai chi or relaxation too.

A gentle safe way to walk yourself fitter. Join our Wellbeing WALX Guides on a sociable, fun and enjoyable walk. We use strapped Nordic, strapless urban and activator Poles, or you can walk without if you prefer. If you have your own poles then bring them along with you. 

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Learn to Nordic Walk for improved fitness and wellbeing.

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Gentle WALX which incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of tai chi or relaxation too. A Wellness session incorporating gentle fitness walking with above activities, taught by a retired nurse. It is sociable and can be followed by a cafe visit when covid restrictions allow.

You can join this  OPEN wellness walk with or without poles . It is a friendly,  supportive mixed ability group. We prefer to walk with poles as it is more effective than ordinary walking .When poles are used we are able to engage the upper body, core muscles, improve posture and burn more calories

You will need to book online as a completed PARQ ( Health  form ) is required

 These walks will be ideal for anyone recovering from Covid and those walkers who want a gentle return to pre lockdown fitness levels.  These sessions will help you become fitter and stronger if you have Neurological problems, medical conditions, jointproblems  or are returning to exercise after being inactive. They are supported by the NeuroTherapy centre in Saltney.

 Please  bring with you a mask, hand gel/ wipes, and  a pair of disposable gloves in a small rucsac with your drink  and any medication you may need .

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Have you enjoyed walking over lockdown and would you like to progress with your fitness?

Come and learn how to turn walking into a total body exercise with poles.

Experience how light you feel on your feet and how the poles propel you along

Get more from walking in your own time or join our regular walking classes.

The POWER OF THE POLES Session is suitable for all ages and fitness levels and is an Award-Winning structured teaching programme.

At the end of this session, you will understand the benefits of using poles correctly and you will be issued with a WALX passport , allowing you to join thousands of walks & classes, every week all around the UK.

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A moderately paced walk establishing the technique with the aim of  increasing fitness to an intermediate pace.  Benefit from a full body workout and the cross training that walking with poles gives you. A few prompts from me to remind you of your technique and to help you maintain a regular pace. Using the gentle inclines to improve rhythm and cardio fitness. 

Gear 1 - A nice, easy and natural pace that you can do for extended periods with recovery periods where appropriate. Short hills might be introduced. 

Gear 2 - A faster pace gained through technique. There will be less recovery time.  

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Chiltern Walking Festival

Join Mel for a Moderate Adventure Walk around the 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. Pole hire included

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Simply enjoy sociable Nordic walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group. Lead by Norah Eastick. This walk makes the most of our beautiful country and is a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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These walks are a chance to use your Nordic Walking skills in the stunning surroundings of the New Forest and our beautiful coastline.

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These Sessions make every step count! Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills and strength exercises through circuit type excercises.