Nordic walking is a fun, social, outdoor, total body workout.
Using Nordic walking poles works your chest, back, arms and shoulders as well as your legs.
The most surprising result is that the poles allow you to work harder than you feel you are!

Nordic walking is quite unique in that it provides benefits for everybody from those with medical problems to the super fit.
Whatever your age, fitness level or goal, Nordic walking is suitable, effective and enjoyable.
The benefits are:

Nordic walking grew out of summer training for cross-country skiers.
It is claimed that Nordic walking is the fastest growing fitness activity in the world and is used by individuals, personal trainers, health clubs, physiotherapists, doctors and health promoters because it is highly effective, affordable and fun!

Nordic Walking in Goring

Nordic walking sessions start from the Sheepcot Field and make use of the beautiful countryside around Goring.
Classes are available for both beginners and experienced walkers.

A six week course for Beginners of all ages is run regularly on the Sheepcot Field, Gatehampton Road, Goring
Session are for one hour and cost £2.00 per person. Poles are provided.
Please call Hendriettte Thorn at SODC on 01491 823175 to book your place.
Have appropriate footwear for walking and a coat in case of inclement weather.

Free walks for Experienced Nordic Walkers of any age start from Sheepcot Field and other locations.
Walks are for one hour. Poles are provided.
For details and to book a walks see http://your.nordicwalking.co.uk/go_active/diary

For further details about local Nordic Walking, ring Nigel Wheatley on 01491 872023.

For a report on how the first sessions went in Goring, click this link.

For more information on Nordic Walking and Walking for Health, click this link.

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