All of our courses and workshops are BCRPA, AFLCA and Can-Fit-Pro CEC Accredited!

NEW!!!

Ontario Kinesiology Association

- 4 primary category CESP points

Our certification courses teaches the Rutlin technique developed 20 years ago by Tom Rutlin, the original pioneer of Nordic walking. The technique has been extensively researched and is highly effective in strengthening the core muscles and upper body. The equipment, manual and course were designed with the expertise of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and fitness walking experts. 

Live classes currently available:

- Toronto, ON

- Barrie, ON

- London, ON

- Mississauga, ON

- Ottawa, ON

- Kingston, ON

- Windsor, ON

- Calgary, ON

- Vancouver, BC

- Kelowna, BC

To learn more about upcoming in-class educational and certification opportunities, scroll down this page for more information.

Who is this course designed for?

• individuals who would like to learn more about the health and fitness benefits of this fast growing trend
• individuals who would like add walking poles to their club, community centre or personal training
• individuals who enjoy working out and would like to turn it into a career
• for health care professionals that want to expand their scope of practice
• for students who want to increase their personal knowledge and confidence levels
• new moms and dads, young and older adults who want a positive and fun change in their lives

You will learn a basic introduction to Urban Poling/Nordic walking which includes:

• learn the background and history of Nordic walking
• learn about the key health benefits and clinical research
• learn the major muscles and their actions in relationship with this exercises
• learn the 20 step Rutlin teaching technique
• learn how to trouble shoot & common technique errors;

• learn how to design your own Nordic walking program (marketing, promotion, pricing, etc.);
• A large portion of the course is active; participants learn and polish their own technique and practice their teaching skills.

It comes with:

• This 4.0 hour certification is instructed by a certified Master Trainer
• participants will receive 3 AFLCA or 4 BCRPA Credits, 6 Can-Fit Pro CEC's
• a full colour manual
• Official Nordic Walking Instructor Certificate
• special introductory price for Urban Poles.
• access to the personal Urban Poling trainers web portal.

Toronto, Mississauga, Pickering, Barrie,  London, Ottawa, Kingston, Windsor

Contact Person:

Barb Gormley

Phone:

416-461-4872

Email:

bgormley@rogers.com,

Location:

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- Sunday, June 21, 2008, 12:00 to 4:00 - Kingston (56 Francis St., Kingston, K7M 1L8)
- Sunday, June 22, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)
- Sunday, June 22, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Owen Sound (Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue East)
- Saturday, July 12, 2008, 12:30 - 4:30 - Brampton (Loafer's Lake, 30 Loafer's Lake Lane)
- Sunday, July 13, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)
- Sunday, July 20, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Owen Sound (Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue E.)
- September 12-14, 2008 - Sundridge Glen Bernard Camp Spend one morning obtaining your certification, then enjoy yoga, art, hiking, biking, water sports, campfires, etc. for the remainder of the weekend. Sound interesting? Please contact me!
- Sunday, August 2, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Owen Sound (Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue E.)
- Sunday, August 10, 2008, 1:30 to 5:30 - Kingston (St. Lawrence Pools, 525 Days Road)
- Saturday, September 20, 2008, 1:00 to 5:00 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)
- Sunday, September 21, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Barrie (Sunnidale Park, 227 Sunnidale Rd.)
- Sunday, September 21, 2008, 1:30 to 5:30 - Kingston (St. Lawrence Pools, 525 Days Road)
- Sunday, September 28, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Owen Sound (Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue E.)
- Saturday, October 18, 2008, 1:00 to 5:00 - Mississauga(Erindale Park, 1695 Dundas St. West)
- Sunday, October 19, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)
- Sunday, October 19, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Owen Sound (Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue E.)
- Sunday, October 26, 2008, 1:30 to 5:30 - Kingston (St. Lawrence Pools, 525 Days Road)
- Sunday, November 2, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Owen Sound (Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue E.)
- Sunday, November 16, 2008, 9:30 to 1:30 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)
- Sunday, November 16, 2008, 1:30 to 5:30 - Kingston (St. Lawrence Pools, 525 Days Road)

Urban Poling Advanced Techniques for Instructors Course

- Sunday, January 13, 2008, 2:00 - 5:00 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)
- Sunday, June 1, 2:00 to 5:00 - London (Springbank Park, 1205 Commissioners Rd. West)
- Sunday, June 22, 2008, 2:00 to 5:00 - Toronto (High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.)

- Sunday, September 7, 2008, 1:00 to 4:00 - Ottawa (Location TBA) NEW!!
- Sunday, September 21, 2008, 2:00 to 5:00 - Barrie (Sunnidale Park, 227 Sunnidale Rd.)

Vancouver

TBA

Dianne Miller Pilates Centre

719 West 16th

Vancouver, BC

2nd floor

$125.00

Pre-registration and Prepayment Required

Credit card or cheque accepted

Calgary

May/June Course

TBA

Receive 3.0 AFLCA Credits upon completion of this course

Kelowna-New

Courses offered regularly

Receive 3.0 BCRPA Credits upon completion of this course