Lewisham Nordic Walking is perfect for those that want or need to get more active! It is simple to learn, suitable for people that have been inactive for a while. Nordic Walking is gentle, not intimidating and does not appear too much like conventional ‘exercise’. Participants don’t need to get changed or work hard enough to feel uncomfortable, sweaty or out of their depth. It is a great way to gently encourage full body movement whilst the poles help to reduce pressure on the knees and joints and help propel the walker along hence making it feel easier than it really is. Lewisham Nordic Walking is NOT just for beginners, the elderly or unfit – it can be done at any level and is a fantastic, motivating workout too!
By using the poles you use more muscles which significantly increases the amount of calories burned without making you feel you are pushing yourself too hard. The poles actually help to propel you along so you could be working as hard as if you were jogging but will feel comfortable, not too breathless and there will be no strain on the knees and joints that can sometimes occur with more vigorous exercise.
The programmes we offer start with ‘Learn to Nordic Walk’ – Four sessions to learn the technique with an instructor. It is important that you attend the first two sessions. After this, you can join 8 ‘progression’ sessions with an instructor. The ‘Learn To’ sessions and progression sessions are FREE and aimed at Lewisham residents who do less physical activity. Walking poles will be provided for these sessions.
Following this, you can continue to enjoy Nordic Walking in a group with a trained volunteer Nordic Walking leader, at the same times. Some poles available, but we encourage you to buy poles at a discount from Nordic Walking UK. You can then walk more at other times, or if you wish to go further, our instructors offer their own paying sessions.
Learn to Nordic Walk in Ladywell Fields with Laura – places available!
Courses start on Saturday Sat 5 Jan and 9 March 10:15 – 11:15 am (every Saturday for four weeks)
To book a place email brockleynordicwalking@gmail.com
Learn to Nordic Walk in Manor House Gardens (Lee Green) with Sonya – places available!
Courses start on Thurs 10 Jan and 7 Feb 10:00 – 11:00 am (every Thursday for four weeks)
To book a place email sonya.nordicwalking@gmail.com
Learn to Nordic Walk in Bellingham with Sonya – places available!
Courses start on Friday 11 Jan and 8 Feb 6:00 – 7:00 pm (every Friday for four weeks)
To book a place email sonya.nordicwalking@gmail.com
For further info please Contact Jenny Budd (Lewisham Healthy Walks Co-ordinator)
Tel: 020 8269 4890
Email; healthywalks@gcda.org.uk
