This will be my seventh season in the St Cloud area and I’m looking forward to seeing all my walkers and leading classes for new walkers. We didn’t get to do many classes last summer with Covid around but the walking groups were active and will be again this spring. See the calendar of events for the updated schedule of classes and trainings for 2022.
We know that it’s more fun to walk with a group. The local groups in Sauk Rapids, Cold Spring and St Cloud will walk once per week starting in April, weather permitting. Check my Facebook page for locations and times of the walks I’m leading. If you’d like more information about these groups please email me. These walking groups are FREE, open to all levels of walkers and if they are led by an instructor or group leader there will be poles available for use on the walk.
There is a new NordicWalkingMN Facebook page created last year to share information on classes and community walking programs throughout the Twin Cities and beyond. It is a private group but you need only ask to join and we’d love to include you. We are scheduling Instructor Trainings, POP Up walks and new community walking groups for this spring and summer. Again these walks are all free and poles provided when possible. POP Up walks are also listed on my calendar of events.
My classes include everything from short Introductory classes to 3 part classes for more personal attention to your technique. There will also be special 2 hour Beyond the Basics clinics for walkers looking to take the next step and ramp up their walk. As always I’m available to teach private individual or group lessons or to do Corporate Wellness programs. The Spring Instructor Training programs should help us get more classes and walking groups going this year.
Hope to see you out there!
– Free Community Nordic walking group that meets weekly at 8:30-9:30am. We meet at prearranged locations and walk for an hour. Poles and quick introduction to basic technique available during the walks No registration needed. Information available with ROCORI Community Ed – Introductory Class to Nordic Walking. Poles included, 2 sessions Registration is with Sartell Community Ed – Free community Nordic Walking group. Poles and short introduction to basic technique available for all new walkers. no registration necessary! questions 952-475-0891 or email lindamlemke@gmail.com – This Nordic Walking class is the perfect introduction for new walkers. Learn about the poles, benefits and then take your first Nordic Walk. The second week gives us extra time to practice what we've learned and become more confident with the poles. $20 registration fee – Free Community Nordic walking group that meets weekly at 8:30-9:30am. We meet at prearranged locations and walk for an hour. Poles and quick introduction to basic technique available during the walks No registration needed. Information available with ROCORI Community Ed – This 2 part class is the perfect introduction to Nordic Walking. Poles provided for use during class. Wear your walking shoes, we will be going outdoors! Registration is with New London/Spicer Community Ed – Free community Nordic Walking group. Poles and short introduction to basic technique available for all new walkers. no registration necessary! questions 952-475-0891 or email lindamlemke@gmail.com – This Nordic Walking class is the perfect introduction to benefits and technique for getting started. Poles are provided for use in the class. Willmar Community Ed – Sometimes just a taste is enough to create a new favorite. Join us for a taste of Nordic Walking, try the poles for yourself and be prepared to have a new favorite way of walking with more energy and less stress Registration is with Sartell Community Ed – Come for a taste of Nordic Walking and take your first walk with the poles. This hour class will introduce you to the basic Nordic Walking technique as well as answer all of your questions about the poles and benefits. Enjoy this taste and discover a brand new way of walking. registration: Whitney Senior Center 320-255-7245 – Free Community Nordic walking group that meets weekly at 8:30-9:30am. We meet at prearranged locations and walk for an hour. Poles and quick introduction to basic technique available during the walks No registration needed. Information available with ROCORI Community Ed – This 2 part class is the perfect introduction to Nordic Walking. Poles provided for use during class. Wear your walking shoes, we will be going outdoors! Registration is with New London/Spicer Community Ed – Free community Nordic Walking group. Poles and short introduction to basic technique available for all new walkers. no registration necessary! questions 952-475-0891 or email lindamlemke@gmail.com – This three part introductory class will get you started on your way to enjoying Nordic Walking with confidence and strength. Poles provided for use during class. Registration is with Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Ed – This class is for the experienced Nordic Walker who would like to move beyond the basics and get more out of their walk with poles. $25 class registration fee – Free Community Nordic walking group that meets weekly at 8:30-9:30am. We meet at prearranged locations and walk for an hour. Poles and quick introduction to basic technique available during the walks No registration needed. Information available with ROCORI Community Ed – This Nordic Walking class is the perfect introduction to walking with the poles. Learn about the benefits, poles and basic technique and then take your first Nordic Walk. The second week gives you time to become confident with your technique. $15 registration fee – Free community Nordic Walking group. Poles and short introduction to basic technique available for all new walkers. no registration necessary! questions 952-475-0891 or email lindamlemke@gmail.com – This three part introductory class will get you started on your way to enjoying Nordic Walking with confidence and strength. Poles provided for use during class. Registration is with Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Ed – This class is for the experienced Nordic Walker who would like to move beyond the basics and get more out of their walk with poles. $25 class registration fee N/A – Free Community Nordic walking group that meets weekly at 8:30-9:30am. We meet at prearranged locations and walk for an hour. Poles and quick introduction to basic technique available during the walks No registration needed. Information available with ROCORI Community Ed – This Nordic Walking class is the perfect introduction to walking with the poles. Learn about the benefits, poles and basic technique and then take your first Nordic Walk. The second week gives you time to become confident with your technique. $15 registration fee – Free community Nordic Walking group. Poles and short introduction to basic technique available for all new walkers. no registration necessary! questions 952-475-0891 or email lindamlemke@gmail.com – This three part introductory class will get you started on your way to enjoying Nordic Walking with confidence and strength. Poles provided for use during class. Registration is with Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Ed – Free POP Up Community Nordic Walk at Hyland Lake Park Reserve in Bloomington Free registration Lindamlemke@gmail.com or text to 952-475-0891 – Free Community Nordic walking group that meets weekly at 8:30-9:30am. We meet at prearranged locations and walk for an hour. Poles and quick introduction to basic technique available during the walks No registration needed. Information available with ROCORI Community Ed – Free community Nordic Walking group. Poles and short introduction to basic technique available for all new walkers. no registration necessary! questions 952-475-0891 or email lindamlemke@gmail.com
Events in May 2021
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8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
April 28, 2021 6:00 pm: Nordic Walking, The Best Walk! Sartell
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking, The Best Walk! Sartell
April 28, 2021 9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
April 29, 2021 
10:30 am: Introduction to Nordic Walking - Fridley
10:30 am: Introduction to Nordic Walking - Fridley
April 30, 2021
Fridley Community Education 8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
May 5, 2021 6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! New London
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! New London
May 5, 2021 9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
May 6, 2021
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Willmar
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Willmar
May 6, 2021
$10 registration 10:00 am: Taste of Nordic Walking
10:00 am: Taste of Nordic Walking
May 8, 2021 11:00 am: Taste of Nordic Walking, Whitney Center
11:00 am: Taste of Nordic Walking, Whitney Center
May 10, 2021 
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
May 12, 2021 6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! New London
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! New London
May 12, 2021 9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
May 13, 2021
6:30 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Sauk Rapids
6:30 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Sauk Rapids
May 13, 2021 10:30 am: Beyond the Basics - Nordic Walking Clinic Fridley
10:30 am: Beyond the Basics - Nordic Walking Clinic Fridley
May 14, 2021
Registration through Fridley Community Ed 8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
May 19, 2021 6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - Th Best Walk Cold Spring
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - Th Best Walk Cold Spring
May 19, 2021
ROCORI Community Ed 9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
May 20, 2021
6:30 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Sauk Rapids
6:30 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Sauk Rapids
May 20, 2021 10:30 am: Beyond the Basics - Nordic Walking Clinic Fridley
10:30 am: Beyond the Basics - Nordic Walking Clinic Fridley
May 21, 2021
Registration through Fridley Community Ed N/A: POP Up "Power of Poles" Nordic Walk June 1, 2pm
N/A: POP Up "Power of Poles" Nordic Walk June 1, 2pm
May 24, 2021 8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
May 26, 2021 6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - Th Best Walk Cold Spring
6:00 pm: Nordic Walking - Th Best Walk Cold Spring
May 26, 2021
ROCORI Community Ed 9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
May 27, 2021
6:30 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Sauk Rapids
6:30 pm: Nordic Walking - The Best Walk! Sauk Rapids
May 27, 2021 2:00 pm: POP Up "Power of Poles" Nordic Walk June 1, 2pm
2:00 pm: POP Up "Power of Poles" Nordic Walk June 1, 2pm
June 1, 2021 
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
8:30 am: Cold Spring Granite Steppers - NW Group
June 2, 2021 9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
9:00 am: St Cloud Nordic Walkers
June 3, 2021