Nordic Walking Toronto
Learn the technique. Move better. Get more from every step.
Whether you’re completely new to Nordic walking or want to improve your technique, I’ll help you use the poles properly, coordinate your arms and legs, move with confidence and turn your ordinary walk into an effective full-body workout.
I offer expert-led Nordic walking classes, clinics, and private lessons in Toronto’s Mount Pleasant Cemetery and High Park.
Explore Weekly Classes & Quick-Start Clinics
Find the Right Fit
Quick-Start Clinics
New to Nordic walking? Learn the fundamentals in an easy-paced introductory session and discover how to use your poles properly.
Private lessons
Want personalized attention? Work one-on-one with me to learn or improve your technique.
Weekly Classes
Already an experienced Nordic walker? I’d love to see you at one of my sessions of weekly classes where you’ll enjoy group energy plus ongoing instruction, tips and feedback from me.
About Me
Hi there. I’m Barb Gormley, a university-educated fitness specialist, Nordic walking Master Trainer, and author of two Nordic walking books.
I learned to love Nordic walking after trying to teach myself and quickly realizing that the technique isn’t as intuitive as it looks. Once I took a lesson from an expert, everything changed. I had an “aha” moment!
My approach is practical, encouraging, and focused on helping you understand the technique so that it becomes natural and enjoyable. Questions? Issues? I’ve been doing this for almost 20 years. I can help!
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Why Nordic Walking?
Nordic walking combines regular walking with specially designed poles and a specific technique to engage your upper body as well as your legs. Done properly, it can turn an ordinary walk into a more dynamic and energizing experience while helping you develop coordination and better posture.
Where We Walk
Walk with me in Toronto
Mount Pleasant Cemetery
A peaceful location with traffic-free smooth roads and beautiful landscapes.
High Park
Great for Nordic walkers who enjoy varied terrain including hills and wooded trails.
What My Walkers Say
“Huge thanks for the fab lesson Barb! Thrilled to have bought these fabulous poles from you today!”
Carol
"When I woke up this morning it was obvious that my arms and abs got a terrific workout yesterday! Thank you for sorting out my spotty technique. It's clear that teaching myself wasn't the best idea and that I have not been doing it correctly for the past two weeks."
Paul
"Thanks for such an effective introduction to Nordic Walking. As I can no longer run, I was finding I needed to walk a very long way just to get my heart rate up a bit. Adding the poles really helps."
Shawna
“Thanks so much for the session. You lead a great group and know how to motivate but not make me feel incapable.”
Jane
"Your classes are the best thing I've done for myself in a long time!"
Ruth
Start Nordic Walking!
Ready to get started? No experience is required. Begin with a Quick-Start Clinic or Private Lesson and learn the fundamentals with supportive, step-by-step guidance.
Feeling good about your technique? I’d love you to join one of my weekly classes
Like to connect by email or phone? Please contact me here with your questions.