Book Training at Haldon Forest Park
Learn to Nordic walk at Haldon Forest Park
To get started, learn the full Nordic walking technique through basic training. You can do this by attending the British Nordic Walking 10 Steps Training course using the INWA 10 Steps Method at Haldon Forest Park or by having a couple of one-on-one personal sessions. ​
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.
​​Run over two sessions (either on the same day or two separate dates), the course covers the INWA 10 Steps, looking at posture, a slight forward lean, rotation, the correct hand grip, and the range of movement required from the shoulder. The course also looks at uphill and downhill technique, footwork, and drills to help develop and refine technique. ​​​​​
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Course dates - Poles provided - gift vouchers available - Cost £49
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Monday 19th Jan, 2.15 - 3.45 pm (Steps 1 - 6) & Monday 26th Jan, 2.15 pm - 3.45 pm (Steps 7-10) - Haldon Forest Park. Book
Personal Training
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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.
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1 to 1 session - £45
1 to 2 sessions - £50 (add £5 for any extra individuals)
Gift Voucher​
To purchase a gift voucher for the British Nordic Walking course or One 2 One or One 2 Two training just e-mail Fiona your requirements and the gift voucher will be sent to you.
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Nordic Forest Fitness Induction Class
For those interested in attending my Forest Fitness sessions at Haldon Forest (Mondays at 12.45 - 2.15 pm) I run regular inductions to get you started with the Nordic walking technique & explain more about the sessions, and find out more about your fitness goals. We then continue to look at and develop your technique as part of the walks.
The cost of an induction session is £15. One hour of coaching and Nordic walking poles are provided.
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Dates
​​Monday 1st Sept 2.30 - 3.30pm - Haldon Forest Park Book
INWA 10 Steps Training Course
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Nordic walking poles - Quality poles are available to use in my classes
Comfortable layered clothing-suitable for the weather, slim gloves wintertime
Flexible-soled shoes, either walking shoes or trainers
Waterproofs, both jacket and trousers for longer walks (ideally breathable)
A slim rucksac is ideal, enabling your shoulders and arms to swing freely, supporting the Nordic technique
Water and light snacks
Any medication you need
NORDIC WALKING POLES
Nordic walking poles differ from treking poles as they have gloves, which are left and right-handed, that are also designed to support the technique of pushing into the strap. The two poles are identical. To Nordic walk effectively, poles need to be correctly sized for your height, so that they are 'planted' at the ideal angle of 45 degrees. This allows you to push downwards and backward, enabling you to propel yourself forwards. This increases upper-body engagement and walking speed.
On hard surfaces, such as cycle trails, an angled removable rubber ‘paw’, may be added to the tip to avoid slipping and allow for traction. Please note with the absence of the glove treking poles cannot be used for Nordic walking.
Advice on Nordic walking poles is given as part of Fiona's classes.