Nordic Walking Taster Session

A one-hour introduction to Nordic Walking!

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Location address: Sundial Cottage, Wilby
Chosen age group:

Ages: 18+ years

Available tickets:
Session ticket £10 per session
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A summary
Have you heard about the benefits of Nordic Walking? Would you like to find out more about the technique? Perhaps you'd like to come to a taster session to see if it's something that you'd like to learn how to do. During this one-hour session you will learn about the origins and benefits of Nordic Walking. You will be provided with a pair of Nordic Walking poles that are fitted to your size and you will be introduced to the 10-step technique that is used to teach Nordic Walking by British Nordic Walking instructors. The session will start with a gentle warm up and then a combination of exercises and drills will be used to introduce the 10-steps. We will finish with cool down stretches. The taster session is suitable for all ages and levels of ability - "If you can walk, you can Nordic Walk." Following the session there will be the opportunity to further develop your technique by joining a Nordic Fitness Walk or booking further small group tuition or a 1:1 session.
About your mentors
Suffolk and Norfolk Nordic Walking
If you can walk, you can Nordic Walk!
Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to enhance the natural walking experience bringing many benefits such as improved posture and gait, stronger back and abdominal muscles and increased calorie consumption. Charlotte Atkinson and Carol Castagnetti are British Nordic Walking Instructors and qualified members of the International Nordic Walking Federation (INWA). They use the INWA 10 step method of Nordic Walking, an easy to follow progression, to help people to master the technique and run regular Nordic Walking sessions for people who have learned how to Nordic Walk.
Charlotte Atkinson
Connecting People with Nature
Charlotte has over 25 years’ experience of working with children, schools and families as a primary school teacher, headteacher, educational consultant, Forest School Leader and trainer. She is a qualified Level 3 Forest School practitioner with over 10 years' experience of leading Forest School sessions with children aged 2-11 years. Charlotte is a Forest School Association (FSA) endorsed trainer and trainer assessor. In addition to her Forest School expertise Charlotte is a qualified Forest Bathing guide, offers nature-based coaching and wellbeing sessions and is a Nordic Walking instructor; which are testament to her love of the outdoors!
Carol Castagnetti
If you can walk, you can Nordic Walk
Nordic Walking Instructor with British Nordic Walking, living and working in South Norfolk - Love being outdoors, passionate about my dogs and regularly Nordic Walk, kayak, cycle and ride horses through the Norfolk/Suffolk Countryside
About the session
* The session will be led by either Charlotte or Carol. Both are qualified British Nordic Walking Instructors. * The session will take place at Charlotte’s Wood in Wilby. The address is Sundial Cottage, London City Road, Wilby, IP21 5LT. There is limited parking at the venue so if possible, please park at Wilby Coronation Hall, on London City Road (IP21 5LE) and then walk 400m up London City Road (away from the village). We are on the left, just past ‘The Shingles’. There is a pair of mirrors opposite the entrance. Toilets are available at the venue. * Please ensure that you are appropriately clothed for the session which will take place entirely outdoors (regardless of the weather!) Loose, warm layers are recommended, with waterproofs if it is wet and walking shoes or trainers rather than boots. * Please bring a drink with you. * We will provide Nordic Walking poles for you to use for the session. * If you are running late or are unable to attend, please send a message via Eequ
Learning aims
Aim 1
To learn about the origins and benefits of Nordic Walking.
Aim 2
To learn the basics of the Nordic Walking technique through an introduction to the 10 steps to Nordic Walking.
Aim 3
To improve physical fitness and stamina.
About Nordic Walking
Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to enhance your natural walking experience. With a technique that is similar to the upper body action of classic cross-country skiing, Nordic Walking is a whole-body exercise that can be enjoyed at many levels, from walking for health to athletic Nordic running. More than 10 million people globally enjoy this outdoor activity all year round. Nordic Walking combines the simplicity and accessibility of walking with simultaneous core and upper body conditioning similar to Nordic skiing. The result is a full body workout, which means that you: • burn up to 46% more calories compared to walking without poles • release tension in the neck and shoulders • improve your posture and gait • strengthen your back and abdominal muscles • reduce the impact on the joints And because Nordic Walking doesn’t feel like hard work, you’ll be happy to walk further and for longer.
Pricing information
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Price£10
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Where we'll be
Sundial Cottage, London City Road, Wilby, Suffolk, IP21 5LT
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No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.

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