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.

Winter can affect more than the temperature.Shorter days, colder mornings and less time outdoors can leave us feeling fl...
26/08/2026

Winter can affect more than the temperature.

Shorter days, colder mornings and less time outdoors can leave us feeling flat, disconnected or out of routine.

Nordic Walking can help bring some structure back into the week. It gets the whole body moving, gives the mind something positive to focus on and creates time outdoors in the fresh air.

Walking with others can add conversation and connection. Walking alone can offer quiet space to reset. Pace, distance and terrain can all be adapted to suit how you feel on the day.

Sometimes, feeling better starts with getting dressed, picking up your poles and taking the first few steps.

Nordic Walking is getting noticed well beyond our own community.The Independent has published a feature looking at why N...
24/08/2026

Nordic Walking is getting noticed well beyond our own community.

The Independent has published a feature looking at why Nordic Walking is so much more than walking with poles, with INWA Lead for Children & Teens Education Katie Atkins sharing her knowledge and experience.

As Nordic Walking Australia is the Australian branch of INWA, this is especially relevant to our community here. It helps reinforce the same internationally recognised technique, education and standards we teach across Australia.

It is fantastic to see Nordic Walking receiving this kind of mainstream coverage and helping more people understand how good technique can support fitness, strength, mobility, balance and overall wellbeing.

Please have a read and, if you enjoy it, share it with someone who might be curious about Nordic Walking.

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The article is behind The Independent paywall, but you can register for free and read up to three articles without subscribing.

Learning Nordic Walking is not about copying someone else’s pace.It is about building your technique step by step.A stru...
23/08/2026

Learning Nordic Walking is not about copying someone else’s pace.

It is about building your technique step by step.

A structured course gives you time to understand the poles, develop a natural rhythm and practise each part of the movement with guidance from an INWA™ certified instructor.

Once the technique begins to come together, Nordic Walking feels more purposeful, flowing and enjoyable.

Explore local courses and walking groups through Nordic Walking Australia.

🔗 Click the link in the comments to find an Instructor near you

Nordic Walking Australia is the official INWA™ member organisation for Australia.

Fantastic to see Nordic Walking getting national media attention in the UK, with Katie Atkins, INWA Lead for Children & ...
23/08/2026

Fantastic to see Nordic Walking getting national media attention in the UK, with Katie Atkins, INWA Lead for Children & Teens Education, speaking to The Independent about what Nordic Walking can really offer.

From engaging more than 80% of the body’s muscles to supporting strength, cardiovascular fitness, mobility and balance, it is a great reminder of why good technique matters.

Nordic Walking Australia is proud to represent INWA in Australia and to be part of a worldwide community helping more people experience Nordic Walking properly.

A great article to read and share, especially with anyone who has wondered what makes Nordic Walking different from ordinary walking with poles.

Read the INWA post and full article below.

A Nordic Walking Instructor does more than lead a group along a track.They teach a recognised technique.They notice when...
19/08/2026

A Nordic Walking Instructor does more than lead a group along a track.

They teach a recognised technique.

They notice when someone’s movement begins to flow.

They adapt the pace, terrain, and intensity to different people.

They help create regular opportunities for movement and connection in their local community.

Nordic Walking Instructor training includes self-paced theory, an in-person practical day and support from Nordic Walking Australia as you develop your skills.

Could this become part of your professional future?

🔗 Click the link in the comments to find an Instructor Course

Nordic Walking Australia is the official INWA™ member organisation for Australia.

The distance matters less than how the walk made you feel.Perhaps you discovered a new track.Perhaps you finally found y...
16/08/2026

The distance matters less than how the walk made you feel.

Perhaps you discovered a new track.

Perhaps you finally found your rhythm with the poles.

Perhaps you laughed all the way back to the car.

Perhaps the post-walk coffee lasted longer than the walk itself.

Nordic Walking creates space for movement, conversation and shared experiences.

Share this with someone who makes every walk more enjoyable.

12/08/2026

What does INWA™ accreditation mean for someone learning Nordic Walking?

It means their instructor has been trained through an internationally recognised system specifically designed for Nordic Walking.

INWA™ sets the global standards for how Nordic Walking is taught and practised. Nordic Walking Australia upholds those standards in Australia through instructor education, accreditation and support.

It is professional education behind every lesson, every technique correction and every confident step.

Learn authentic Nordic Walking from an INWA™ certified instructor using the INWA™ 10 Step Method.

🔗 Click the link in the comments to find an INWA Instructor

Nordic Walking poles are made for a very specific movement.Unlike ordinary trekking poles, they use a fitted glove-style...
09/08/2026

Nordic Walking poles are made for a very specific movement.

Unlike ordinary trekking poles, they use a fitted glove-style strap system that keeps the hand connected to the pole as it opens behind the body.

This supports the long, relaxed arm swing and purposeful push that create authentic Nordic Walking propulsion.

The right poles matter. So does the right technique.

🔗 Click the link in the comments to take a look ot our Nordic Pole Shop!

Nordic Walking Australia is the official INWA™ member organisation for Australia.

Have you been watching people Nordic Walking and wondering how to get started?The best first step is learning from a qua...
05/08/2026

Have you been watching people Nordic Walking and wondering how to get started?

The best first step is learning from a qualified instructor.

🔗 Click the link in the comments to find an Instructor near you

Nordic Walking Australia is the official INWA™ member organisation for Australia.

There is something special about walking through the final stretch of an Australian winter.Cooler air. Quieter tracks. C...
02/08/2026

There is something special about walking through the final stretch of an Australian winter.

Cooler air. Quieter tracks. Comfortable walking temperatures. A few early signs that spring is getting closer.

Nordic Walking can be adapted to your pace, terrain and goals, whether you enjoy coastal paths, bush tracks, local parks or country trails.

Where have your poles taken you this winter?

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