Welcome to Nordic4 in Bristol
The ethos of Nordic 4 is a focus on correct technique, developing a deeper understanding of one’s body in exercise, improved fitness and a sense of well-being. With Nordic4 you can achieve your personal fitness goals whatever your age or fitness level, in sessions tailored to your pace and terrain. The variety of Beginner Courses and Nordic walking Fitness sessions from Gentle to Challenge Plus reflect this. Each month we offer Seasonal Walks across all our walking groups, exploring the beautiful local areas of Bristol and further surrounding countryside. Catch up with others as we enjoy the changing seasons and all they offer in walks tailored to you. We look forward to sharing Nordic Walking with you. Enjoy browsing our site!
Katie, Founder of Nordic4 Bristol.Nordic4 where technique based teaching guides fitness...whatever your starting point and age.
Exercise for the body and relaxation for the mind.
Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to enhance your “walk”. Derived from cross country skiing it changes your walk into a full body workout. Inclusive, low impact and great for children and adults, it takes you into the fresh air all year round. Improving balance and co-ordination, Nordic walking tones upper and lower body, releasing tension and relaxing the mind.
Walking for well-being
Be Active
Derived from Nordic Ski-ing, Nordic Walking can engage over 90% of skeletal muscles, burning 46% more calories compared to normal walking at the same pace. A form of exercise where correct technique is key to improved fitness, Nordic walking can be tailored to your needs and goals at Nordic4, as appropriate to wherever you are on your fitness journey.
Connect
Meet new people and make new friends as you Nordic walk with others. Leave your phone and technology behind. Give yourself a new experience, create headspace and time to think clearly and reflect. Reconnect with nature, notice the changing seasons and all they offer and immerse yourself in the wonderful scenery that surrounds you.
Learn
Learn INWA Nordic Walking, finding the right level for you from the Foundation steps to a more Advanced level. Enjoy the success and benefits that the technique provides and the accomplishment of learning something new. At Nordic4 we tailor all our teaching to you so that as an individual walker, with a friend or in a group, you can learn how Nordic Walking is a sport for all.
What makes Nordic4 different?
We understand that not ‘one size fits all’. Everyone is different, so why should our teaching and classes be the same for all of our walkers? We give personal attention applying our knowledge and teaching to match your individual requirements, so that you can get the most from our sessions.
Some kind words...
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“Discovering Nordic Walking under Emma’s helpful, watchful eye was SO helpful. I had been struggling to maintain my walking because of hip pain, but learnt so much about how to walk in a way that supported my hip and that I could incorporate into my general walking. Thank you!”
Sarah Bartlett 1:1 Support Adult Taster -
“Katie’s teaching is precise, concise and inspiring! We got to understand how and why Nordic walking could be such a powerful part of an exercise regime. I can’t wait to put it all in to practice.”
Steve Beginners Adult Taster -
“I ❤️ Nordic walking! The Challenging Nordic Fitness session is a sociable, energising and revitalising workout in rejuvenating nature led by true professionals.”
Julie Seary Walking Fitness Group -
“Me time, mental health survival kit, great for the mind body and soul, friendship, improving whole body fitness and balance, future proofing my body and mind, joyful, confidence building.”
Claire Challenging Nordic Walking Fitness Group -
“Emma is all you might ever hope for from a teacher, especially when you might be nervous, self conscious or unsure about your abilities. She is consistently gentle, patient and always reassuring. Add to this, professionalism, kindness & and a lovely sense of humour and you have a perfect instructor for anyone worried about their mobility.”
Jo W 1:1 Support Nordic Walking Fitness -
“Walking with Nordic 4 has been an absolute pleasure. Instruction and training methods are clear, concise and enjoyable. Also included as part of the walking are various fitness exercises covering balance, core strengthening, flexibility and muscle toning, all at a comfortably paced level. All in all an excellent way to enjoy exercise in the company of like-minded people.”
Mike S Come Nordic Walking Fitness Group -
“I’ve found Nordic walking to be a great way to improve my core and back strength .It’s also a brilliant cardio workout. Katie was an excellent teacher, she was always positive and encouraging but also kept pushing me to improve my technique and learn good habits.”
Mike Advanced Beginner Follow Up Course -
“Half the battle is getting young people to try something new- but this group is literally a breath of fresh air- and sets them up for a positive week- Cannot recommend highly enough.”
Sam Nordic4 Teens -
“I was aware that my technique had slipped somewhat, as my regular walking group do not use Nordic techniques. My lousy technique was basically deconstructed and rebuilt correctly- all in just one hour! I can thoroughly recommend Katie for a Technique Top Up session.”
Jan Jones Technique Top Up -
“Another lovely seasonal walk with Katie, interesting, sociable and friendly. Lovely views, varied terrain and informative too. The walks are well pitched for all levels of fitness .Lovely to see old friends and meet new people too.”
Sue Seasonal Walks -
“The Gentle Walking Group, run by Katie & her excellent team, is enjoyable & sociable & definitely improves overall fitness, posture & balance. The additional exercises at the beginning and end of each class are extremely helpful.”
Sue D Gentle Walking -
“Friendly sessions with a good level of fitness challenge at your own level. Great Technique tips too. Highly recommended!”
Maggie C Challenge Plus Nordic Fitness
Did you know that...?
Nordic Walking gives faster results for weight loss than regular walking and burns up to 46% more calories than normal walking.
Did you know that...?
Dr. Thorwesten of the University of Munster, Germany, showed that muscle exertion in the arms (11-14%), core, and legs increased when walking with poles, as opposed to regular walking, and the participant’s endurance increased significantly.