Nordic Walking - What You Need

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Class (any level, including Consolidation): 


The loan of poles is included in the class fee


What to wear:


•Trainers or comfortable walking shoes with flexible soles are ideal but if it rains you may prefer walking boots to keep your feet dry

•Clothes you would normally wear for walking (layers are best so that you can make adjustments as you warm up)


What to bring:


•Small bottle of drinking water

•Lightweight waterproofs if rain is likely

•Small rucksac for carrying water, waterproofs and any extra layers



It is important that you do not wear anything bulky or anything which would interfere with your arms swinging close and freely at the sides of your body.




Practice Walk: 


The loan of poles is not included


What to wear:


•As above


What to bring:


•As above

•Nordic Walking Poles  (These should not be confused with Trekking or Walking Poles: please seek our advice if in doubt) 



Experienced Walkers

     Further equipment you could consider if you take up Nordic Walking on a regular basis:


•Dedicated Nordic Walking Shoes such as Asics Gel Nordic Gore- Tex are available from specialist outdoor shops. (These are similar to trainers but waterproof with excellent all-terrain grip and shock absorption, providing stability for the middle foot and flexibility for pushing off)

•Small narrow rucksac

•Light foldable zipped pole bag useful for carrying poles on public transport such as the one manufactured by Exel 













 
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Buying Poles

Recommended Online Supplier


A reliable mail-order company in Wales who sell poles, shoes rucksacs and bags online is www.barefootstudio.co.uk

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