From the WALX & NWUK Community
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Stay comfy and be a proud Nordic walker in our new cool tech T shirts. This lightweight breathable fabric is ideal for outdoor exercise and allows for freedom of movement whilst keeping you cool. It comes in both Mens and Ladies sizes and proudly sports our unique ‘Little Nordic walking man’ logo on the chest and a
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Raise money for Charity and add some interest to your regular schedule by building in a cosy MacMillan coffee morning this September 27th Its great to do something different and to be part of something BIG so whether its just your local group of Nordic Walkers or you link up with others who are hosting
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Volunteer for Cancer Research UK and Help Beat Cancer Sooner Shine is Cancer Research UKs night-time walking half and full marathon which this year will see over 13,000 ‘shiners’ take to the streets of London to raise money for our life saving research. They are looking for 1,000 dedicated volunteers to support the walkers as they light up London,
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We are delighted to have secured over £200 worth of resources each for our Delivery partner Instructors who were willing to host special Taster days as part of the National Change for Life summer campaign …….. ‘GET GOING!’ The Campaign is aimed at highlighting the Olympic legacy by encouraging people to try something new on
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Our Tutors have devised a new essential module for our Instructors who have gained the CYQ qualification and want to add MSE (muscle strength and endurance) exercises to their Nordic and fitness walking sessions. On this course the Instructors will learn the basic principles of teaching MSE exercise outdoors to improve the muscular strength and
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Massive sale on Leki Smart carbons, Leki Flash sharks and ALL gymstick fitness kit (excludes gymsticks, Nordic walking gyms and telescopic gymsticks) These offers are only available by calling 0333 1234 540 and speaking to the retail team – FIRST COME – FIRST SERVED. These are top quality poles which you will be able to
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Our latest training module for instructors who have completed the Nordic Walking UK ‘Wellbeing’ and ‘Essentials of Teaching MSE’ programmes, or who already hold a qualification in gym instruction or Exercise Referral, Advanced Wellbeing gives an increased understanding of common medical conditions that people in your groups may have and how to adapt the exercises
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The Ultimate branded Instructor hoodie – in black or Nordic purple complete with the NWUK Accredited Instructor badge. Get yours today for only £20.00 Make sure you log in to the Instructor area here and visit the INSTRUCTOR STORE which you will find on the left hand menu of your profile page to see poles
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As February comes to a close we will be working on the website listings to make sure the public can clearly identify Instructors who are also qualified to provide fitness advice as previously explained. We believe it is essential to have this background knowledge in order to teach Nordic Walking effectively at the correct level
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The buzz from the Exercise Anywhere 12 event is still reverberating across the UK with over 200 Instructors and project leaders inspired to make the most of new partnerships & initiatives. Delegates listened to spellbinding keynote speakers, Robin Gargrave, Bob Laventure and Dr John Searle OBE and made the most of workshops, practical demos and educational
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Following a major flood during the Summer, we have reluctantly moved from our lovely barn and now have TWO separate HQs!!!
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The NWUK Instructors convention is less than ONE MONTH AWAY and places are filling FAST! This is you chance to hear top presenters, network with other Instructors and join in workshops about everything from marketing & technique to research. At only £49 this event is a MUST and will not disappoint. Attend on the 29th