Nordic Walking
Discover the Benefits of Nordic Walking – A Fun & Effective Full-Body Workout!
Join our Thursday Nordic Walking Group and experience a low-impact, full-body exercise that enhances fitness, improves posture, and makes outdoor walking more engaging and effective! Bring your classic poles (or poles a bit shorter) and come join us. Typical workout lasts just a bit over an hour. We do a dynamic warm up, lots of Nordic walking up and down the trails, and end with stretching. In the fall, we add a period of intervals or dryland technique instruction that will help your skiing! This is a friendly bunch and we welcome you!
Why Nordic Walking?
✔ Boosts Cardiovascular Health – Burn more calories than regular walking
✔ Engages the Whole Body – Works your arms, core, and legs simultaneously
✔ Low-Impact & Joint-Friendly – Ideal for all fitness levels
✔ Enhances Posture & Stability – Reduces strain on the back and knees
✔ Perfect for the Outdoors – Enjoy nature while staying active
Thursday Nordic Walking Meetups
When: Thursdays at 8:30 AM starting on May 29, 2025 and continuing over the summer/fall
Where: Elver Park, 1250 McKenna Blvd, Madison
Bring: Nordic walking/classic poles
This is a free club offering and we ask that all participants are current members of the club. Go to our Membership page to join!
New to Nordic Walking? Come to a Lesson!
Two options for lessons!
Option 1
Madnorski offers free lessons on the first Thursday of the month in June and July (June 5, July 3) at 8:00 am before our usual meet up time at 8:30 am. Lessons are FREE for current club members and a suggested $10 donation to the club for non-members. Bring walking poles or classic Nordic ski poles.
Option 2
Madnorski instructors in partnership with Madison Parks Learn-to-series will offer free Nordic walking lessons over the summer. The dates for these lessons are listed below. Participants do not need to bring poles — we will fit you with poles when you arrive. If you already have walking poles, feel free to bring them! Participants must register in advance at Madison Parks Learn-to-series.
Madison Parks Learn-To Nordic Walk
Thursday, July 10, 2025 at Elver Park 5:30-7:00 pm
Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Door Creek Park 5:30-7:00 pm
Tuesday, Sep 16, 2025 at Owen Conservation Park 5:30-7:00 pm
We appreciate the partnership with Madison Parks in being able to offer these free lessons!
Lessons will include:
✅ Expert guidance on Nordic walking techniques
✅ Ways to tailor the workout to your meet your fitness level
✅ Proper use of Nordic walking poles
✅ Scenic outdoor routes for an enjoyable workout
What kind of poles do I need?
If you have classic cross country ski poles, you can use those. If you are interested in buying specific Nordic walking poles, Enjoy Winter has some very nice options! You can go to the showroom in Middleton to try them out.