Nordic Walking: A Community Project to Get Yorkshire Moving

parkinsons class.jpg

British Nordic Walking, are passionate about getting more people active through community-based projects, with initiatives across the UK.

Nordic Walking is a full-body workout that’s accessible to all abilities, with proven benefits for improving fitness, mental health, and social connection. It has a strong appeal to people over 45, and those with long-term health conditions or disabilities. 

Projects aim to bring people together in supportive, local groups where they can enjoy being active outdoors at their own pace. Whether it’s a gentle walk to improve mobility or a more energetic session, we tailor the activity to meet individual needs. Sessions are not only about fitness but also about creating a community where people can come together, share experiences, and stay motivated. 

If you’re looking to set up a Nordic Walking group in your community, instructor training course provides all the skills and support you need to lead your own Nordic Walking sessions. Working together, it can make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our communities.

Visit www.britishnordicwalking.org.uk for more information about instructor training.

What's new

Press

Driving change: Tahir Akram’s real-life leadership story

Sport England - Leading the Movement is supporting sector leaders to confidently and successfully…

12 Aug 2026

Major sporting events must leave an inclusive legacy

From London 2012 to last month’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the UK has a strong track record of…

11 Aug 2026

Press

Kirklees schools come together to celebrate whole-school…

Earlier this year, Yorkshire Sport Foundation (YSF) began an exciting new project in Kirklees, made…

10 Aug 2026

Read more news, funding, jobs, courses and events