Nordic Walking Australia

Nordic Walking Australia Nordic Walking Australia is the Australian arm of the International Nordic Walking Federation. INWA is the world peak body for the promotion of Nordic Walking.

We are responsible for the promotion of NW activities and for upholding the standards by providing education and accreditation of Nordic Walking instructors. INWA’s education committee focuses on the development and guarantee of quality of education and certification programs for instructors of different levels. Nordic Walking Australia is the sole representative of INWA in Australia and all Nor

dic Walking Australia instructors are INWA certified, guaranteeing the highest quality of instruction and knowledge.

This is not a stroll in the park!Nordic walking uses your whole body. Arms, core, posture, and rhythm all work together....
04/05/2026

This is not a stroll in the park!

Nordic walking uses your whole body. Arms, core, posture, and rhythm all work together.

Done properly, it turns a walk into a full-body session without the impact.

Learn the difference. Feel the difference.

Find one of our professional Instructors near you: https://www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au/classes-and-instructors/

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

Proud to represent INWA as the official member country for Australia. Start your Nordic walking journey with us.

We’d love to hear from you!

May is all about walking more. Simple.But not all walking gives you the same result.Nordic walking turns a walk into ful...
01/05/2026

May is all about walking more. Simple.

But not all walking gives you the same result.

Nordic walking turns a walk into full-body training. You engage your upper body, improve posture, reduce impact through your joints, and move with purpose. It is structured, not guesswork.

That is why it fits perfectly into National Walking Month.

And this month also brings something bigger.

INWA World Nordic Walking Day 16–17 May

A global push to get more people moving properly, with instructors around the world leading the way.

If you are already in fitness, rehab, or community health, this is your opportunity to step up. Learn how to teach it properly and be part of something that is growing worldwide.

Or start where you are. Walk better. Feel the difference.

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

Proud to represent INWA as the official member country for Australia. Start your Nordic walking journey with us.

What if your favourite way to spend time outdoors could also become your work?Many Nordic walking instructors started th...
27/04/2026

What if your favourite way to spend time outdoors could also become your work?

Many Nordic walking instructors started the same way. They loved walking, loved being outside, and wanted to share it with others.

Training as a Nordic walking instructor with Nordic Walking Australia gives you the skills and confidence to turn that passion into something more. Our courses use the internationally recognised INWA 10 Step Method™, the global standard for teaching Nordic walking.

As an instructor, you can build a flexible lifestyle around the outdoors. You are helping people move more, improve their fitness, support rehabilitation, and enjoy being active in nature. Every session brings fresh air, conversation, movement, and the satisfaction of seeing people grow in confidence.

For many instructors, it becomes more than a job. It becomes a community and a way of life.

If you have ever thought about turning your love of Nordic walking into something more, instructor training could be the next step.

Upcoming Instructor Courses

Sydney – Centennial Park, Paddington
Saturday 18 April 2026 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Registration closes 3 April 2026

Brisbane – New Farm Park
Saturday 16 May 2026 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Registration closes 1 May 2026

Melbourne – Fawkner Park, South Yarra
Saturday 30 May 2026 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Registration closes 15 May 2026

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

Proud to represent INWA as the official member country for Australia. Start your Nordic walking journey with us.

Today we pause to remember.Across Australia and New Zealand, ANZAC Day is a time for quiet reflection and respect. A mom...
24/04/2026

Today we pause to remember.

Across Australia and New Zealand, ANZAC Day is a time for quiet reflection and respect. A moment to honour those who served, those who gave their lives, and the families and communities who carry those memories.

It is a day that brings people together in remembrance and gratitude.

Lest we forget.

20/04/2026

This is my gym.

No walls. No mirrors. No air conditioning. Just open space, fresh air, and the rhythm of walking.

Nordic walking takes your workout outdoors, where every step moves the whole body, and every walk brings a different view. Trails, parks, bushland, coastline. Nature becomes the training ground.

It is a simple, effective movement that leaves you feeling stronger, clearer in the mind, and connected to the world around you.

This is my gym. Where is yours?

Some days you simply need to get outside and move.A Nordic walk can do far more than stretch the legs. The rhythm of wal...
15/04/2026

Some days you simply need to get outside and move.

A Nordic walk can do far more than stretch the legs. The rhythm of walking with poles, the fresh air, and time outdoors can help clear the mind and lift the mood.

Research has shown that regular physical activity, especially in natural surroundings, can support mental well-being and help reduce stress and low mood. Nordic walking adds a gentle rhythm and full body movement that many people find calming and energising at the same time.

It is not about pushing hard or training for anything. It is simply about stepping outside, moving your body, and giving yourself a moment to breathe.

A walk, a bit of space, and a change of scenery can make a real difference to how the day feels.

Learn to Nordic walk with one of our instructors:
www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

We’d love to hear from you!

Save the date.World Nordic Walking Day is coming.On 16 and 17 May 2026, people around the world will step outside with t...
13/04/2026

Save the date.

World Nordic Walking Day is coming.

On 16 and 17 May 2026, people around the world will step outside with their poles and celebrate Nordic walking together. Organised by the International Nordic Walking Federation (INWA) and shared across member countries, it is a global moment for the Nordic walking community.

You can take part however you like. Join one of your local instructor’s regular walks, head out with friends, or simply enjoy a Nordic walk on your own favourite trail.

The aim is simple. Get outside, move, and be part of a worldwide celebration of Nordic walking.

Wherever you are in Australia, put the date in your diary and get ready to walk with the world, and remember to share your photos with us!

The heat of summer is fading, and the cooler months are arriving across Australia. For many people, this is the perfect ...
09/04/2026

The heat of summer is fading, and the cooler months are arriving across Australia. For many people, this is the perfect time to be outdoors and moving again.

It is also a great time to take the next step and train as a Nordic walking instructor.

Nordic Walking Australia trains instructors using the INWA 10 Step Method™. This is the internationally recognised standard for teaching Nordic walking and is used by instructors around the world.

Our courses give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to teach others safely and effectively. Many people train with us because they want to share the benefits of Nordic walking in their communities, run their own classes or walking groups, or add a valuable new skill to their existing fitness or health work.

Nordic walking is suitable for all ages and abilities and is widely used for general fitness, rehabilitation, cross-training, and wellbeing. As an instructor, you can help others move more, improve their health, and enjoy the outdoors.

If you have ever thought about becoming a Nordic walking instructor, this is a great time to get started.

Upcoming Instructor Courses

Sydney – Centennial Park, Paddington
Saturday 18 April 2026 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Registration closes 3 April 2026

Brisbane – New Farm Park
Saturday 16 May 2026 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Registration closes 1 May 2026

Melbourne – Fawkner Park, South Yarra
Saturday 30 May 2026 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Registration closes 15 May 2026

For more information on how to become an instructor, including earnings potential and course details, download the Instructor Information Pack from our website.

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

Proud to represent INWA as the official member country for Australia. Start your Nordic walking journey with us.

7 April is World Health Day.A good reminder that health is built through small actions done regularly. One of the simple...
07/04/2026

7 April is World Health Day.

A good reminder that health is built through small actions done regularly. One of the simplest is getting outside and moving.

Nordic walking turns a normal walk into a full-body activity. Using poles activates the upper body, supports posture, and helps you move with purpose. Many people use it for general fitness, cross-training, rehabilitation, and mental well-being.

Fresh air. Natural movement. Time outdoors.

This World Health Day, why not take a walk and make it a Nordic walk?

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

We’d love to hear from you!

Easter egg hunt. But make it Nordic walking.This Easter, instead of only reaching for the chocolate, grab your Nordic wa...
31/03/2026

Easter egg hunt. But make it Nordic walking.

This Easter, instead of only reaching for the chocolate, grab your Nordic walking poles and head outdoors with family or friends. Hide a few eggs along your walking route and turn your Nordic walk into an Easter egg hunt.

It is a simple way to get everyone moving, enjoy the fresh air, and share a few laughs along the way. Nordic walking works the whole body and suits all ages and abilities, so everyone can join in.

Chocolate and movement. A great Easter combination.

If you give it a go this Easter, we would love to see it.
Share your Nordic walking Easter egg hunt photos in the comments below.

📞 Phone: 1300 NORDIC (667 342)
📧 Email: info@nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au
💻 Website: www.nordicwalkingaustralia.com.au

We’d love to hear from you!

Stress levels high? Get outside and walk with purpose.Nordic walking is not only physical training. It resets your head....
29/03/2026

Stress levels high? Get outside and walk with purpose.

Nordic walking is not only physical training. It resets your head.

The steady rhythm helps regulate breathing and reduce cortisol.
Time outdoors supports serotonin production and lifts mood.
Using poles engages the upper body, giving your mind something constructive to focus on.

It is movement with structure.
It is fresh air with intent.
It is clarity in motion.

Breathe in. Step forward. Feel the shift.

One simple action changes everything in Nordic walking.Push back.When you drive the pole backwards and slightly down, yo...
24/03/2026

One simple action changes everything in Nordic walking.

Push back.

When you drive the pole backwards and slightly down, your body responds by moving forward and upwards. For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. That backward push helps propel you forward, increases muscle activation, and encourages the spine to lengthen rather than collapse.

Done well, pushing back:
• Engages upper body and core, not only arms
• Helps lift posture and open the chest
• Encourages a longer, more efficient stride
• Improves rhythm and flow through the walk
• Makes walking feel lighter and more powerful

This is why technique matters. Nordic walking is not about planting poles. It’s about purposeful push, timing, and direction. When the push goes back, the body moves forward with intent.

Learn it properly, and your walk changes.

Address

Newport, NSW
2106

Telephone

1300 NORDIC (667 342)

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Nordic Walking Australia posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Nordic Walking Australia:

Shortcuts

Share