Here are some examples of the various locations we meet at for our nordic walking and other classes - All of our meeting points have convenient parking and access to walks away from main roads.

Every Monday 2:00 - 3:00pm  

Gillingham 

After an enjoyable walk in the surrounding countryside, why not pop into the garden centre and take a little bit of what nature has to offer home with you.  Established in 1968, Thorngrove nursery has gained an excellent reputation for cultivating a wide range of plants for both commercial and private use.

 Thornegrove Garden Centre, Common Mead Lane Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4RE   Tel: 01747 822242    Fax: 01747 825966

Thorngrove is part of Scope, the largest organisation working for people with cerebral palsy.  The garden centre enables disabled people working under the guidance of trained staff to develope their horticultural skills in a commercial environment.  By purchasing goods and services from Thorngrove you are helping to support and encourage Scope's work in our local community.

Every Thursday 10.00-11.00am

Shaftesbury

Butts Knapp, Shaftesbury, behind Shaftesbury Upper School.  This class takes in a mixture of settings; starting with the warm-up, followed by walks along country lanes as well as some cross-country terrain.

                        New For 2012!

Every Tuesday 9:15am - 10:00am

Shaftesbury Fitness Boot Camp

At The Community Field Enmore Green, Shaftesbury.  A mixture of circuit style cardio vascular and strength exercises designed to improve your health and fitness.  Great if you want to lose weight too.  All done outdoors in beautiful surroundings.  Adaptable to suit all ages and abilities.  A fun way to feel good all over! Please book a place: Tel: 07745 413194

Every Tuesday 10:30am - 11.30am

Shaftesbury Mobilize and Socialize

At St. John's Church Hall, Enmore Green, Shaftesbury.  If you want to get moving, but are not sure how, this class is for you.If you have any of the  following conditions or are just feeling unfit we can help you;

Osteoporis, Osteoarthritus, Rheumatoid Arthritus, Diabetes, Obesity, Hip Replacement, Lower back pain, Cardio vascular Disease, Respiratory Disease, Neurological Conditions, Parkinson's, MS, Mental Health Conditions.

45 mins of gentle strength and flexibilty exercises followed by a cuppa.

Benefits Include:

Can reduce aches and pains, increase muscle strength, increase flexibilty and mobility, improve balance and co-ordination, improve your health and well-being, have fun and make new friends!

Every Friday 10.30am-11.30am

Shaftesbury, Nordic Walking for Beginers/Improvers

Phone 07745 413194  - Helen Gilchrist

Other Times and Places by arrangment