What Our Nordic Walkers Say..

Instructive and Enjoyable

The beginner’s class was instructive and enjoyable, and I plan to continue. The instructor, Debra, was excellent.

Susan
September 15, 2026

Enjoyed it Very Much

I had my first beginner workshop of Nordic Walking Thursday on the Downs Bristol and enjoyed it very much. I was given help in getting started and all the information to enable me to correctly use the poles and my body in the right way. There was more to it than I thought and I

Cheri
September 10, 2026

Would Definitely Recommend

Great introductory lesson. Ros is an excellent instructor, very patient and friendly, who adapted the technique to suit my needs. Also gave advice about suitable shoes and backpacks. Thoroughly enjoyed my lesson and really looking forward to my first walk with a group. Would definitely recommend Ros to friends and anyone thinking of trying Nordic

Angie
August 4, 2026

Brilliant Instruction

Thank you Lindsay for your brilliant instruction on Nordic walking techniques. Much appreciated.

Richard
July 9, 2026

Lots of Fun

Lots of fun,friendly and helpful instructor Ros.Great stuff even in the rain!

Sue Ashby
June 9, 2026

Great all body workout!

Thank you Ros for introducing me to this new way of walking! I walk a lot but was aware I never exercise the top half of my body, I will from now on! Look forward to many sociable walks with your groups.

Suzanne Webb
May 5, 2026

Everyone was very friendly

This wasn’t my first Nordic walk, but a new group for me. Everyone was very friendly and the weather was ace. I particularly like doing the exercises in the open air.

Elaine
March 10, 2026

Clear Instruction

Excellent beginners session. Clear instruction and lots of fun, even in this horrible weather. Thanks Rachael

Susan
February 19, 2026

I have been converted!

I have been skeptical about Nordic Walking ever since I saw a class in Hyde Park some years ago. As a regular swimmer I felt I also needed some impact sport like running but one that was less damaging to me. Since doing a marathon in 2017 I have found that running and I don’t

Matt Wheeler
February 10, 2026

I Really Enjoyed It

Attended my first Nordic Walking class on Saturday expertly led by Lindsay Atkins. I really enjoyed it, have learned some new skills and have come away from the beginner class wanting to practice the technique and attend further classes. Thank you Lindsay and the Nordic team.

Martyn
January 20, 2026

Great Introductory Session

Great introductory session with Ros this morning. Seems like a good way to keep fit. Will definitely be doing it again.

Catherine James
January 20, 2026

Thank you!

Thank you Debra… Lovely to get out on such a lovely day and to have a gd walk around the park with like-minded folk. Hope to join you again next Wed and make a regular thing of it too. All the best

Judy Leggott
January 13, 2026

Thoroughly Enjoyed It

We decided to try Nordic walking yesterday, with a training session organised by Bristol Nordic Walking. We thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a cold crisp morning and the sun was shining, wonderful. We met our coach, Ros, on Clifton Downs and she explained everything from using the poles, posture, butt clenching and the benefits of

Stephanie Davies
January 13, 2026

Something new!

Heard so much about Nordic Walking and as I was struggling to keep up running, decided to try another form of exercise. Really enjoyed the introduction, although it will take me some time to get the technique right! Ros your explanation and patience were fabulous. I need to practice now and have just signed up

Jayne Prideaux
December 3, 2025

A great way to get or build up fitness!

I highly recommend the Beginner Nordic walking workshop. The trainer was excellent, taking us through step by step introduction to walking with poles. We then did a short walk. A great way to get or build up fitness. Well worth trying for £15.

Judith Tomlins
December 2, 2025