Budding walkers have a great chance to enjoy a free five-week Nordic Walking beginners course starting in Hereford this April and continuing throughout National Walking Month in May.
Don’t miss out – our previous courses have booked up within a day.
The courses are a great way to learn a new skill in a fun and friendly social atmosphere and are led by our Nordic Walking UK qualified instructor Alison Gaster. This spring there are two courses taking place on Wednesdays at Aylestone Park, starting on 30 April. The first course will start at 1pm and the second course starts at 2.30pm, with each course session lasting an hour.
There is also another free five-week course taking place on Mondays from Belmont Country Park starting from 9 June at 1pm, perfect if you live or work nearby and can have an extended lunch break.
Walking has so many benefits for our physical and mental health and wellbeing and the courses have been organised to encourage people to build more walking into their daily lives and give confidence that they could swap a car journey to the shops or work for a walk.
Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that's easy on the joints and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. It's based on using specially designed walking poles in a way that harnesses the power of the upper body to propel you forward as you walk. While Nordic walking you'll start to use 90% of your major muscles, compared to the 45% used while regular walking, and you’ll burn around 46% more energy, so it’s a great way to get fit and even lose weight.
There will also be more five-week courses taking place later this year.
For more information or to book your place visit herefordshire.gov.uk/nordicwalking or contact Alison Gaster if you have any questions about the courses – Tel: 07837 743087 or email alison.gaster@btinternet.com
- 1 hour sessions
- Specialist poles will be provided
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
- Dress prepared for the weather with sturdy footwear or trainers
Find out more about national walking month and the benefits of walking more by visiting www.herefordshire.gov.uk/walkthismay