Background
Background of Nordic Walking
Nordic Walking is one of the fastest growing recreational activities in the world and has its roots in the early 1930 as a summer training method by cross-country skiers in Finland. Development of Nordic Walking to its present form as a recreational physical activity for all started in the early 1980’s in co-operation between one of the world's largest pole manufacturer Exel Oyj, researchers in sports medicine, and other fitness professionals. The first official Nordic Walker poles were introduced to the public in 1997 and the International Nordic Walking Association, INWA, was formed.
Nordic Walking Australia and INWA
INWA is the world peak body for the promotion of Nordic Walking. INWA’s education committee focuses on the development and guarantee of quality of education and certification programs for instructors of different levels. Nordic Walking Australia is the sole representative of INWA in Australia and all Nordic Walking Australia instructors are INWA certified, guaranteeing the highest quality of instruction and knowledge.
Nordic Walking Australia and Exel
Exel is the original Nordic Walking brand and its name equals the best quality poles you can find on the market. The poles have ergonomically designed interchangeable grips, a specifically designed strap offering outstanding support, interchangeable and correctly angled spike tip, and asphalt paw for improved grip and shock absorption. The durable and light composite shafts have a lifetime guarantee. Nordic Walking Australia believes that high quality poles give the best and safest Nordic Walking experience and choose therefore to promote and sell only Exel poles. Likewise Exel has for quality reason, chosen Nordic Walking Australia as its sole retailer of their poles.