By Gill Stewart at
The Wyre Forest Discovery day is a fun informative event created by the WALX HQ team in partnership with Forestry England. Come and meet the HQ experts, a host of WALX masters and Nordic Walking Instructors plus the Wyre Forest team to find out how being active outdoors can be great for both mind and body
Discover how to MAKE WALKING WORK for you. Whether you are looking to:-
Join us for a range of activities that will have you heading for your local Forest for that feel good factor every day!
From Yoga and wellness walks to total body walking workshops and power of poles Nordic walking sessions – there’s something for everyone
Here’s just a taste of whats on…..
Watch out for…….
The WALX Factor – how to walk your way to a healthier mind and body – learn how to walk well plus improve strength, CV, tone, balance, flexibility, breathing and range of movement with our unique walking based sessions – 1 hour workshops
Power of Poles – pole walking sessions for beginners to technique workshops and walking pole clinics
Yoga WALX – a relaxing way to work mind and body in the Forest
Stile council workshop – never struggle climbing a wooden stile or managing a squeeze stone – our experts show you how to climb and step with ease!
Walking for rehabilitation and wellness – our movement specialists are on hand to help those who find walking difficult due to joint or balance conditions. (we also welcome Physiotherapists, exercise referral and physical activity professionals)
Nature ‘bathing’walks – join our experts to learn how to switch off and embrace the healing power of nature with these gentle, informative and relaxing walks
Speedhyke and hill techniques – move faster with poles and master hill walking
Flora and Fauna walks with local experts
History of Wyre Forest with experts from Forestry England
Simply EXPLORE the amazing Wyre Forest with our Autumn Explorer walks for all ages.
Find out how to set up a WALX group in your area or how to become a Nordic Walking Instructor.
The Discovery Day will be on from 10 – 4 pm – just come along to see us or if you want to take part in any of the sessions watch this space as the schedule is built and you will be able to book into the sessions that interest YOU.
Find out more HERE
Watch the schedule grow and book HERE
We look forward to welcoming walkers from our current groups as well as those curious to find out how WALX can inspire you to get more out of every step you take.
We are also looking to build a WALX Team in the Wyre Forest area so if this appeals to you – come and meet us on the Day or get in touch.
E mail gill@walx.co.uk if you have any questions.