Book Training at Haldon Forest Park
Learn to Nordic walk at Haldon Forest Park
Get the most out of Nordic walking by learning the full and correct Nordic walking technique. You can do this by attending the British Nordic Walking 10 Steps Training (using the INWA 10 Steps Method) at beautiful Haldon Forest Park. Or have a couple of one-on-one sessions to go through the course.
The International Nordic Walking Association (INWA) training method is a tried-and-tested way to ensure individuals adopt the best posture and technique to get the most out of Nordic Walking. Once you have learnt the technique, it should feel fluid and effortless.
British Nordic Walking 10 Steps Training Course - £49
Over two workshop sessions (either on the same day or on two separate dates), the course covers the INWA 10 Steps, including posture, a slight forward lean, rotation, the correct hand grip, and the required shoulder range of motion. The course also looks at uphill and downhill technique, footwork, and drills to help develop and refine technique.
Next Course Dates
Mon 18th Jan, 12.30 - 2 pm (Steps 1 - 6) & Mon 22nd Jan, 12.30 - 2 pm (Steps 7-10)- Haldon Forest Park. Book
Personal Training
If you prefer a more personal approach, a private one-to-one or small group session may be an alternative way to learn the technique. To go through the full 10 Steps Method, you will need to purchase 2 sessions.
One-to-one sessions are 1 hr and held at Haldon Forest Park or other suitable locations. To discuss your specific requirements, please get in touch.
1 to 1 session - £45
1 to 2 sessions - £50 (add £5 for any extra individuals)
Gift Voucher
Gift vouchers are available for the British Nordic Walking course or private training.
Email Fiona to discuss your requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
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Nordic walking poles - Quality poles are provided for training and may be hired for walks
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Comfortable layered clothing-suitable for the weather, slim gloves wintertime
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Flexible-soled shoes, either walking shoes or trainers
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Waterproofs, both jacket and trousers for longer walks (ideally breathable)
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A slim rucksac is ideal, enabling your shoulders and arms to swing freely, supporting the Nordic technique
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Water and light snacks
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Any medication you need
NORDIC WALKING POLES
How are they different?
Nordic walking poles differ from treking poles as they have gloves, which are left and right-handed. The gloves are also designed to support the push-through technique. The two poles are identical.
To Nordic walk effectively, the poles need to be correctly sized for your height, so that they are 'planted' at 45 degrees to the ground. This enables forward propulsion, increasing upper-body engagement and walking speed.
On hard surfaces, such as cycle trails, the addition of an angled rubber ‘paw’, improves traction and avoids slipping.
As the glove is an essential part of the technique, trekking poles cannot be used for Nordic walking.
Advice on Nordic walking poles is given as part of Fiona's classes.