Urban Poling 

Classes Starts Tuesday August 20 @5:30pm until Oct 1st

This is an outside class and is weather- dependent.

If class is full please get on the waitlist.

FREE THANKS TO FUNDING FROM INPOWER.

Demos and Classes are held each year from mid April to June, but you can book a private session if you want to start now

Curious about the walking pole workout? Urban poling (also known as Nordic walking)—think cross-country skiing without the skis—has toning, calorie-burning and posture benefits that have made it popular in Europe for decades and a new workout favourite in Canada. Just grab your poles and go—no need for a pricey spandex outfit or a fancy gym membership!

Here are 10 more reasons to try urban poling.

1. It whittles your waist - Your abs tighten each time you push off with your poles. That’s the equivalent of 1,000 abdominal contractions every kilometre or 1,800 each mile!

2. Your knees and hips will thank you - The poles let you offload weight from your hips and knees into your upper body. You can walk further, faster or even pain-free.

3. It revs up the calorie burning—Research proves it over and over again: Urban poling burns up to 20 to 46% more calories than standard walking. Wow!

4. It sculpts your arms and shoulders - Urban poling uses 75 percent of your muscles—especially those underused upper body muscles. Hello, short sleeves!

5. It helps balance your blood sugar - The full-body urban poling workout helps keep blood sugars healthy.

6. You’ll straighten up and feel more confident - Your upper back muscles (the ones that pull your shoulders back) tighten each time you plant your poles and press down on the ergonomic handles.

7. It’s a fun social workout . Invite your friends, your parents, and your kids to enjoy all the health benefits with you.

8. It’s an amazing stress buster-The smooth rhythmic action distracts from everyday concerns and lifts your mood.

9. You can adjust the intensity—Urban poling is an energizing activity that people of any age and athletic ability can enjoy. To modify your pace, press on the ergonomic handles with more or less intensity.

10. It’s a great running alternative - Hit the trails or your neighbourhood sidewalks on your own or with a gang of friends. Urban poling offers the same year-round fresh-air experience as running—but without jarring and jostling your joints.