Nordic Walking week commencing 23rd October, 2017
Hi Walkers,
The darker evenings mean we will be stopping our classes on Wednesday nights but this class will be returning again in the Spring along with our High Intensity Training Class. Thanks to all those walkers who have attended these classes this past year.
NEWBIES
We have some more recent graduates and some just about to complete their Technique Course, they are: Lesley, William, Frances, Kath, Gill and Judy. Well done to you all and so happy you will be joining us on our walks. Please remember if you decide to buy your own poles, to make sure they are Nordic Walking Poles and not Trekking poles. I am happy to help you if you have any questions. Thanks.
June’s Christmas Craft Sale – Thursday 26th October
It’s that time of year again when June opens her home for us to peruse her wonderful handmade quilting gifts to buy. As many of you know, June makes the most amazing gifts with such exquisite detail, they really are unique. There will also be Tea/coffee and homemade cakes for a small donation. I have arranged for us to have our walk from Biddenham Pavilion on Thursday as it’s only a few mere steps to June’s from there. This will be a flat walk and paws will be needed. Yipee!
CHRISTMAS LUNCH – 14th December – The Chequers Pub, Westoning
I have four seats left for our Christmas lunch, so if you’re interested in coming along, please let me know as soon as possible. I will need a £10 deposit too. I will be sending out the Menu soon for your choices. Thanks.
NORDIC WALKING CLASS COSTS:
All evening classes – £5
Moderate & Gentle Plus – £5 or £4 if you have your own Poles
Striders & Gentle – £5
Super G – £10
Long Distance and Pop Up walks costs dependent on Distance.
Private Sessions: £12.50 – £15
SPEED GRADING KEY:
6 = Super G (Very slow so extra care can be taken)
THIS WEEK’S WALKS:
Monday 10am – Cranfield, Village Hall, Court Road, Cranfield (2 & 3)
Monday 10am to 3pm – Ampthill Workshops*
Tuesday 8:45am – Ampthill Park, West Car Park (1)*
Tuesday 9am – Ampthill Park, West Car Park (4)*
Tuesday 10am – Ampthill Park, West car park (2) & (3)
Tuesday 11:45am – Super G – returning 7th November
Wednesday 10am – Jolly Coopers Pub, Wardhedges, Flitton MK45 5ED to Wrest Park (Tea/coffee there) and return (2 & 3)* Paws
Wednesday 10am to 3pm – Ampthill Workshops*
Wednesday 6pm – Evening classes returning in the Spring
Thursday 10am – Biddenham Pavilion, Deep Spinney, Biddenham MK40 4PZ (2 & 3) Paws (June’s after!)
Thursday 10am to 3pm – Ampthill Workshops*
Thursday 6pm – HIT Returning in the Spring.
Friday 10am to 3pm – Ampthill Workshops*
Saturday 9am – Ampthill Park, West Car Park (4)*
Saturday 9:15am – Ampthill Park, West Car Park (1)*
Saturday 10am – Ampthill Park, West Car Park (2) & (3)
*Ampthill Workshops are for walkers who have completed the Technique Course. The workshops will include: correct use of the strap push through, how to increase speed, importance of good posture, Arm swing, foot strike, Pole angles an many other aspects of the Technique. The workshops will be running at various times during the day and are Booking only workshops. I will also be addressing basic Nordic Technique during regular classes as bad habits are creeping in and we can work on this together.
Please go to the website www.walk2fitness.co.uk to view all the latest info and upcoming events and challenges. Book by 8pm the night prior to the walk you wish to attend.
Many thanks,
Elaine
Pictures this week: Cranfield Bunch, Wednesday evening group with Gordon’s head torch behind, Saturday’s Mods, Saturday’s Striders, Autumn’s glory.