Nordic Walking for Parkinson's (Back to Health Nordic)

This course is aimed at People affected by Parkinson's and their supporters.   The course aims to build your confidence in using the poles and developing the Nordic Walking Technique.  This is a great activity for people with Parkinson's as it can help improve posture. stride and confidence.  It will be a friendly and relaxed group where you build on the skills weekly.  

The group meet weekly, and is fully instructor led by an experienced Nordic Walking instructor.

All sessions are low level and take place on the field adjacent to the centre so that everyone can walk at there own pace.

All instruction and equipment is provided.  Please come dressed in relaxed clothes, flat sturdy footwear and bring a water bottle and hat/ sun cream if its sunny.

The weekly session run on Wednesday at 11:15am and their is the opportunity to stay on afterwards for a chat and cuppa in the onsite Cafe. 

Cost £4.75

To find out more or book your place please call  01425 479776

If you have not previously attended - If you would like to attend the Back to Health walks at Redlands you must have completed an introduction session before hand at a cost of £4.75.  At the induction session you will learn how to use the poles correctly and know what to expect.

We have monthly introductory sessions running 11:30am to 12:15pm on the following dates for 2026

Wednesday 11 February

Wednesday 11 March

Wednesday 15 April

Wednesday 13 May

Wednesday 17 June

Wednesday 15 July

Wednesday 16 September

Wednesday 14 October

Wednesday 11 November

To book an introductory session call Moors Valley Country Park, Golf and Activity Centre on 01425 480811. 

To attend a Back to Health Nordic Walk please complete your Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire.

Here is the information on the website Nordic Walking - Dorset Council  see Back to Health Nordic Walks section