Testimonials

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We’re proud to deliver high-quality Nordic Walking training – and hearing what Instructors and Walk Leaders think helps us keep it that way. Whether it’s the support you received, the confidence you gained, or how the course helped you get started, your words make a real difference.
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Angela

Karen, our trainer for the weekend, was as professional as they come. Her enthusiasm for Nordic walking was contagious, her training methods excellent. I learned so much in this fast paced course and feel ready to put all of that into action. Angela

Date of experience: 08 March 2025

Tracey

Excellent NW Instructor Course

Just completed my 2 day Nordic Walking Instructor training. The trainer ,Karen, was amazing! She gave so much in terms of demonstration of the walking steps, practical information for setting up and coaching to improve my walking technique. She had boundless energy and enthusiasm for NW and was a great ambassador. I really enjoyed working with a small group and practise my teaching skills. The 2 days were totally packed, really good balance of practice and theory. Looking forward to putting my skills into practice!

Date of experience: 08 March 2025

Richard

Post Prostatectomy February 2022 I found walking tremendously helped my recovery. While always being an active sport enthusiast, I’d walked the Nordic way while holidaying abroad and more recently my local park in Leeds. Post op, Health Professionals had advised of the benefits of walking.
Armed with that advice, gradually walking combined with pelvic exercises soon strengthened and healed the side effects of my prostatectomy.
Self taught I’d read numerous benefits of Nordic Walking and felt technically I wanted to learn more.
I enrolled onto an instructors course with British Nordic Walking. Attended by seven other instructors to be, the course delivered what I was seeking. From poles to method in technical detail. Instructed professionally by dedicated BNW instructors we not only learnt to breakdown the 10 steps of Nordic Walking we covered all aspects of leading and teaching Nordic Walking ensuring our audience would be safe whatever the weather wherever the location.
Invigorated I’m now in a position to help others.

Date of experience: 12 August 2024

Anna

Having just completed my 2 day instructor training course, I feel excited to begin my Nordic walking instructor journey.

The trainer presented clearly and kept the 2 days very engaging. With a mixture of classroom and practice outdoor practice the days flew by as they were so engaging and enjoyable.
The class size was just right.
There was lots of useful information and tips shared and space given for all our questions.

Date of experience: 06 August 2024

Seggie

Excellent course

Really good course and a lot was put in to the 2 days.

Date of review: 04 July 2024

Nichola

Nordic Walking Instructor Course

A full on two day course with lots to cover to become an instructor. Vicky was a great teacher, the course was well structured, a mix of classroom and practical.
I feel well equipped going forward and have the support from the Facebook group and other meetings happening.

Date of experience: 06 April 2024

Anon

Great venue

Great venue, packed course, lovely people

Date of experience: 26 January 2024

Ruth

Highly recommended course

Great resources. Top quality coaching. Great follow-up support.

Date of experience: 27 January 2024

Lee

Excellent Training Weekend

This was a well-prepared, and excellently taught qualification with great course materials and a knowledgeable, friendly and encouraging trainer. It was fun, full-on, and full of content. Questions were encouraged, and the instructor Vicky could not have been more helpful and enthusiastic.

Alison

A great day for cpd

A great day. Well organised. Lovely venue. Informative programme covering relevant topics suited to lots of needs . A must for your cpd - make it!

Date of experience: 28 October 2023

Tracy

Community based and quality instruction

British nordic walking are a great organisation to be part of. They train instructors to the highest standard and support us in delivering nordic walking sessions nationwide. The heart of BNW is community-based and not-for-profit and they have formed strong partnerships with other organisations supporting people with long term health issues. I’m proud to be a BNW Instructor and would recommend anyone to train with us or join us for regular outdoor fitness.

Date of experience: 28 October 2023

Sean

Definitive training from an expert trainer

Catherine was clearly an expert trainer as well as an expert in the subject matter.

Date of experience: 19 October 2023

Oonagh

INWA Nordic Walking Instructor

INWA Nordic Walking Instructor course was excellent. Catherine is a terrific trainer & very knowledgeable and smart. Instruction was practical, detailed and fun!

Date of experience: 28 April 2023

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