Urban Poling Nordic Walking Certification Course

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Gormley, director of education, Urban Poling Inc.

COST: $299.99 + HST

CECS: continuing education credits from 9 associations; canfitpro (2 for course + 4 for practicum), Canadian Centre for Activity & Aging (CCAA), Ontario Fitness Council (OFC) (4), British Columbia Recreation & Parks Association (BCRPA) (4), Saskatchewan Parks & Recreation Association (SPRA) (4), Manitoba Fitness Council (MFC) (3), Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) (3) Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) & YMCA/YWCA upon request.

DESCRIPTION: As Canada’s leading Nordic walking manufacturer, distributor and educator, Urban Poling welcomes you to become a part of our ever-growing team of instructors.

Urban Poling Inc. has proudly certified over 5,000 instructors in Canada, the U.S. and abroad. In fact, over the past 15+ years, we’ve certified instructors in each Canadian province and territory. In 2019 the company became international, and there are now certified Urban Poling instructors in the U.S., Australia and the U.K.

The Urban Poling Certification Course is a comprehensive course (offered both live and online) that teaches course participants the practical skills of Nordic walking and how to teach Nordic walking to others.

You will learn everything you need to know about the Urban Poling Nordic walking technique and be provided with all the materials, tools and support you require to provide one-on-one sessions, group classes and educational demonstrations.

TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:

  • the Urban Poling Nordic walking technique

  • understanding your poles/how to set up your poles

  • the Urban Poling Nordic walking technique

  • how to teach the Urban Poling Nordic walking technique

  • correcting poor technique

  • warm-ups, cool-downs, high-intensity exercises and muscle conditioning

  • starting a series of classes

  • starting your business

  • an introduction to the Urban Poling ACTIVATOR poles and walking technique

  • and more

This course is ideal for: group exercise instructors, personal trainers, recreation/wellness directors, diabetes educators, health care professionals, teachers, walking/hiking group leaders, and aspiring small business owners.

COURSE INCLUDES:

  • 4 hours of instruction, including one-on-one feedback and coaching

  • comprehensive 65+ page manual

  • 1 pair of Urban Poling Series 300 Nordic walking poles (retail price $110)

  • wholesale pricing on poles and accessories

  • monthly Urban Poling instructor newsletter

TO REGISTER: CLICK HERE.

“I found the course very informative and comprehensive, and the instructor was excellent. Barb made the course fun and interesting. I have been to a lot of courses and this one was one of the best. Nordic walking truly does give a great workout!”
– Kristine

“Barb's energy is fantastic. She presented the material in a timely manner without losing our attention or our ability to understand!! She deserves a raise - LOL!! Can't wait to get our members poling. They will love this workout."
- Kim

"I love teaching urban poling and am so glad I did my certification! My participants are thrilled to be able to increase the distance they cover each week."
- Sarah


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