Nordic Walking Together

Curious about Nordic walking? Experience Nordic walking in a free fun walk (no charge; poles provided)

Experience the Nordic walking difference

With its origins in cross-country skiing, Nordic walking introduces the use of poles to turn walking, typically a lower body activity, into a full body aerobic experience.

Experience the Nordic walking technique to see why millions around the world pursue this fun, whole body, low impact form of exercise

Hear how people integrate Nordic walking into their personal health disciplines

Meet others interested in Nordic walking at these sessions and get to know them

Invite your friends and family to sample this great activity

Join Nordic walking groups on social media to share ideas, tips, and experiences

What you get

No charge to participate
Loaner poles for the sessions
Poles available for purchase
An invitation to join Nordic Walking Groups, a Facebook community where you can share your experiences, questions, and ideas about your Nordic walking journey

What you’ll learn

History and benefits of Nordic walking. Topics include:

Evolution of Nordic walking
Health and social benefits
Comparison with other forms of exercise

Nordic walking demonstration. Topics include:

Arm swing and leg synchronization
Demonstration of uphill/downhill walking
Opportunity to try it out

Supplemental exercises demonstration. Topics include:

Balance exercises
Strength exercises
Methods for increasing intensity

Programming. Topics include:

Health goals
Fitness goals
Well-being goals

Tuscaloosa County

Randall Family Park and Trailhead (201 Rice Mine Rd Loop, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406) NOTE: You can tailor your time and distance according to your capability

Jefferson County

Aldridge Gardens (3530 Lorna Rd, Hoover, AL 35216) Meet at NAPHA Education Building – coaching provided (the walk around the lake is one-half mile)

Aldridge Gardens Campus map with directions

Don't wait any longer. Start your journey today!