Edinburgh

Walking (Beginners Nordic)

This is a Proposed Group that is not yet active. It is looking for members.

Proposed Leader: Shareen Brown - see Group Leaders Contact Details.
Proposed Timing: Two consecutive Tuesdays mornings as a taster session.
Maximum Size of Group: 6.
Venue: East Edinburgh - e.g. Portobello.
Proposed Activity: For complete beginners who would like the chance to try out Nordic Walking, covering warm-up/cool-down exercises and the basic technique needed to use the poles correctly and get the most benefit.
Note: Two Taster Sessions will be held in Portobello on 19 and 26 May with 6 people in each group. Walking poles will be provided. If interest grows and people are willing to buy their own poles, a group may be run. Anyone interested should contact Shareen Brown (see above).
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