Group Walks

Once you’re proficient with the technique, you will be able to take advantage of regular group Nordic walks: these are either with or without an instructor.

Instructor-led Group Walks

Wednesday late AMs – instructed Nordic walks at the Foundation level of Nordic walking technique

These 1.5 hour sessions usually take place in Stanmer Park, Brighton and are led by an accredited instructor. The drop-in price is £10 per person but a discount is available when paying for a block of walks in advance of the time period (school term-time), during which they’ll happen.  For more information or to book, go to Contact Us

“I have really enjoyed the sessions and, having gone back to work, managed to find time and locations, either near home or work, to incorporate Nordic walking twice a week, which I didn’t do before. My blood pressure is reduced and the flexibility and movement shown me by the Nordic walking technique has improved my health, so thank you for that direct contribution to my wellbeing.”
Alex, early 50s, Brighton

Weekly early & late Thursday AMs and fortnightly Saturday AMs – instructed Nordic walks at the Health level of Nordic walking technique

These 1.5 hour sessions take place either in Stanmer Park or Castle Hill Nature Reserve, Woodingdean, depending on the weather and conditions underfoot and are led by an accredited instructor. The price is pro-rata from £15 per person depending on the number of participants.

“I decided to take part in these in order to do regular walking exercise, which is particularly beneficial having been diagnosed with osteoporosis. I have been participating for 2 years. Attending a group led by a trained Nordic instructor ensures that I improve my technique which, in turn, means that I get the maximum benefit from the exercise.”
Markie, mid-60s, Brighton

“I have been taking in these sessions for 2 years. My beginner course was given to me as a present by a friend to improve my fitness & co-ordination. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and decided to participate in regular instructed walks to ensure I followed the correct technique and to take regular exercise. My fitness & stamina levels have definitely improved. I also enjoy the sociable side of Nordic walking in a group. Peter, the instructor, is very supportive & attentive towards any member of the group’s individual abilities.”
Jill, early 60s, West Sussex

“I learned Nordic walking just over 2 years ago with my friend, Jill, above. I have continued with these group walks, as I find it keeps me focused. It’s easy to slip into bad habits and our instructor, Peter, keeps a constant eye on our technique, correcting us when we lapse ! It’s a lovely, friendly group. I enjoy the company on a brisk walk over the South Downs each week. The benefits for me are a healthy walk and a feeling of wellbeing having been in such lovely surroundings. Mind and body are looked after each week.”
Lesley, early 60s, West Sussex 

For more information or to book, go to Contact Us

Friday mornings – Nordic walks at the Fitness level of Nordic walking technique

“I first started Nordic walking in 2015 and worked my way up the technique levels from foundation to health and, finally, to fitness. Since June 2019, I have regularly participated in these walks almost every week. They have proved useful for keeping my technique up to scratch. There’s always something to work on and think about. Most people think of walking as purely instinctive, but the whole point of Nordic walking is to be conscious of what you are doing and how you are doing it: instructed walks are advantageous in keeping things tuned up, reinforcing good habits and correcting faults. It is particularly good for someone my age, helping enormously with posture and balance together with all the advantages of healthy aerobic exercise. There’s also the pleasure and sociability of being in a group, getting to know people, chatting. So, it’s equally good for mental as well as physical health. The instruction is well thought out and delivered, superb !”
Peter, mid-70s, Brighton

For more information or to book, go to Contact Us

More information about the different levels of Nordic walking technique is at Courses

Refresher Sessions available on request all year round.

Other group walks are social – organised & led by untrained, but very enthusiastic, volunteers and with no instructor present, so just like going for a walk with friends – and operate independently of Nordic Walking for Health, including Flo & Co, the Downs Nordic Walkers and the Stanmer Striders that walk in the Brighton & Hove and the surrounding area and the Ashdown Striders that Nordic walk on the Ashdown Forest. Nordic walkers are also welcome to join in on the standard Health Walks provided by the Brighton & Hove Healthwalks Scheme. These are led by trained volunteers and not by accredited instructors.

It is important to ensure that you select walks to match your level of competence and that you take responsibility for preparing adequately beforehand as well as for exercising safely when you participate.