Walking Group

Walk Your Way to Better Health

Join the Woodbine Family Health Team Walking Group and enjoy a fun, supportive way to stay active. Whether you’re new to walking or looking to improve your fitness, our program welcomes all experience levels.

Why Join?

Unlike regular walking, Nordic Pole Walking increases your workout intensity without placing additional stress on your joints.

Benefits of Nordic Pole Walking

• Burns 30–46% more calories than regular walking
• Engages up to 90% of the body’s muscles
• Improves posture, balance, coordination, and stability
• Strengthens your core, arms, shoulders, and legs
• Reduces impact on the knees, hips, and lower back
• Improves endurance and cardiovascular fitness
• Helps increase walking speed and confidence
• Suitable for beginners, older adults, and individuals returning to exercise

No previous experience is required. Our staff will teach you how to use the poles safely and effectively.

Don’t want to use the poles? That’s perfectly fine—you are welcome to walk with the group without them.

Nordic walking poles are provided at no cost.

Nordic Pole Walking

Take your walk to the next level with Nordic Pole Walking—a full-body workout that burns more calories than regular walking while reducing stress on your knees and hips. No experience is necessary, and walking poles are provided. Prefer not to use poles? You’re welcome to join us for a regular walk.

Program Details

📅 Mondays & Wednesdays
🕤 9:30 a.m.

Spring, Summer & Fall: Ester Lorrie Park, 50 West Humber Blvd., Toronto

Winter: Woodbine Mall, 500 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke (Fantasy Fair entrance)

Choose from a beginner or intermediate walking group.

Registration

To register, please email [email protected] with:

• Your name
• Phone number
• Date of birth (for existing Woodbine FHT patients)

Or call us at 416-342-5140, Press 2

Medical clearance may be required for participants with certain chronic health conditions.

Take the First Step Today

There’s no better time to start moving toward a healthier lifestyle.

Join the Woodbine Family Health Team Walking Group to improve your health, increase your confidence, meet new people, and enjoy the many benefits of walking in a friendly and supportive community.

Every step counts—and we’re excited to walk with you!