Community Walk Leader Training
Event Information
About this Event
Community Walking Leader Training Level 1
Walking Leader Training is primarily aimed at people wishing to lead a walking group or promote walking in their community or workplace. The course comprises of 1 day of training.
Training
Training will take place on the 25th of April, Hillgrove Hotel, Old Armagh Road, Latlorcan, Co. Monaghan.
*Now not taking place on the date mentioned above
(new date to be confirmed once Covid19 restrictsion are removed)
• Training starts at 9am sharp on Saturday and finishes at 5pm.
• Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Course content
• Physical activity guidelines for adults and how they relate to walking
• Structuring a walking session
• Creating a walking programme suitable for people of different fitness levels
• Advice on issues such as posture, technique, stretching, intensity, clothing, etc.
• Safety issues and risk assessment
• Practical walking sessions covering a stroll and a faster paced walk
Gear
The training involves outdoor practical sessions, please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
This course is free, however a booking fee is €10.00 to secure place on training, and this fee will be fully refunded on the day to all attendees.
Lunch and refreshments will also be provided.