INWA International Nordic Walking Federation
International Nordic Walking Federation
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Founded in 2000, INWA International Nordic Walking Federation is a non-profit network working on health, sport for development, children & youth +1 more.
The International Nordic Walking Federation (INWA) is a non-profit membership organisation founded in 2000 in Finland, the birthplace of Nordic Walking. It acts as the global governing body for the sport, setting standards for instruction, practice and competition. INWA develops educational programmes such as the 10 Step Method and instructor, national trainer and children and teens courses, licenses National Nordic Walking Associations to deliver them, and organises races and international events, including World Cups and World Championships. Its stated aim is to promote an active, healthier lifestyle for people of all ages and fitness levels, and to encourage Nordic Walking participation worldwide, with members in over 40 countries.
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INWA Children and Teens Nordic Walking Curriculum
Children & Youth
Training course for Nordic Walking instructors on adapting the INWA 10 Step Method for children and teens, focusing on physical literacy and social and emotional learning, with lesson plans for age groups 8-11, 11-14 and 14-18.
INWA 10 Step Method and Nordic Walking Instructor Course
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Flagship instructor education programme teaching the INWA 10 Step Method for Nordic Walking, supported by the online INWA Academy learning portal.
INWA Competition Programme
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Competitive Nordic Walking framework including race rules, race official and referee training, and international events such as World Cups and World Championships.
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Suomen Latu, Vierumäki Sports Institute, Exel