Choose how you want to become part of Nordic Walking

Whether you want to learn, compete, teach, build a local community, organize events, support the movement, or take an active role within NWANA, there is a path for you. Explore the options below and choose where you would like to begin.

Begin with Nordic Walking for health, fitness, active living, and community. Learn the technique, join or start a local NW Group, participate in wellness programs, and explore opportunities to support others through health-focused Nordic Walking.

Develop as a Nordic Walking athlete, improve your competitive technique, participate in virtual and in-person competitions, earn ranking points, and progress toward national and international championships.

Build a professional pathway in Nordic Walking through instructor education, specialized training, coaching development, certification, and licensing.

Enter the NWANA judging and technical officials pathway. Learn competition rules, evaluate Nordic Walking technique, and progress toward senior judging and technical leadership roles.

Help create Nordic Walking activities, competitions, clubs, and regional programs. Begin as an event assistant and develop toward race director, certified organizer, and broader program leadership roles.

Contribute directly to the development of NWANA through departments, committees, regional leadership, strategic projects, and governance roles within the organization.