Balance and Coordination Course
Balance and Coordination Course
Description
This online practical two-hour beginner's course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of balance and coordination essential for Nordic walking. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical exercises, participants will learn:
- to assess and enhance balance and coordination
- how to progressively make exercises harder
- tips on how to engage the body's stabilising muscles or 'core'
- exercises to enhance balance
- new exercises to challenge coordination
Ideal for both new and experienced instructors, this course provides a series of exercises that can be incorporated into walks throughout the year to add novelty to sessions.
Taught by International Trainer Karen Ingram, this course is interactive and fun.
Not an INWA Instructor yet? You can train with British Nordic Walking and qualify through the INWA Instructor Course. This gives you the foundation to teach using the INWA 10-step Method™ and access CPD like this as part of your ongoing professional development. Find out how to train as an INWA Instructor at INWA Nordic Walking Instructor Course – British Nordic Walking
Why Walk With Us
Nordic Walking is an enhanced walking technique that uses poles to work your upper body as well as your legs. It gives you a highly effective all over workout that doesn’t feel like one! Nordic Walking is a fun and social activity that can be enjoyed in town centres or open countryside throughout the year.
Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles – not to be confused with trekking poles – to enhance your natural walking experience. With a technique that is similar to the upper body action of classic cross-country skiing, Nordic Walking is a genuinely whole body exercise that can be enjoyed at many levels, at low, medium or high intensity. More than 10 million people globally enjoy this outdoor activity all year round.
Nordic Walking for Everyone
If you can walk you can Nordic Walk! It really is for everyone. The poles mean that effort is shared between the upper and lower body so it actually feels easier than normal walking, particularly uphill. Nordic Walking puts less strain on joints than other activities and can be very effective for people with mobility issues or those recovering from illness or injury. It’s also great exercise for toning problem areas such as the upper arms and abdominal muscles.
- It’s an ideal activity if you haven’t exercised for a while or dislike traditional sports or gym activities.
- It is helpful if you have had an injury as the poles can support and guide you while you work to improve fitness as part of your rehabilitation.
- It is great for athletes for cross training.
- It provides community groups with a sociable way to keep fit.
- And it’s fantastic if you’d like to shed a few pounds.
Whatever your age, from 8 to 80+, you’ll enjoy discovering the benefits of Nordic Walking that improve your quality of life.
