Hi there!

I’m Barb Gormley, a Toronto-based Nordic walking expert, certified personal trainer, and 200-hour registered yoga teacher with a degree in physical education and health.

Since 2008, I’ve been a Master Trainer for Urban Poling Inc., Canada's leading Nordic walking company.
My Nordic walking classes in Toronto's High Park and Mount Pleasant Cemetery have been running since 2008.
I also offer private and semi-private sessions, along with small-group Quick-Start Clinics for those seeking a personalized introduction to Nordic walking.
I’m the author of The Urban Poling Ultimate Guide to Nordic Walking and The Urban Poling Ultimate Guide to Nordic Walking For Instructors.

What I love most about my Nordic walking career is sharing the joy of being active outdoors.

Helping people move and feel their best is at the heart of what I do.

It's about so much more than exercise. It’s about connecting with nature, exploring the natural environment, and moving with a group of like-minded people who inspire and energize each other!

👉Curious to learn more about my background? Read more about my
Nordic walking & fitness education HERE.

👉 I’m also a writer and editor. Read samples of my magazine and
newspaper articles HERE.

👉 Want to know how a year of sailing reshaped my career? Read a short
blog post HERE.

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Barb Gormley is a Toronto-based Urban Poling Nordic walking Master Trainer, certified personal trainer, and author of The Urban Poling Ultimate Guide to Nordic Walking and The Urban Poling Ultimate Guide to Nordic Walking for Instructors. Since 2008, she has helped hundreds of people through her classes, instructor training, workshops, and educational resources.