Nordic Walking Instructor Certification
Two levels, taught in person in Central Florida by Adrian Kasper, who has been teaching Nordic walking since 2013.
Two levels, one path
Level 1 — Nordic Walking Guide is for leading Nordic walking for yourself, your family, friends and informal community groups. Level 2 — Certified Nordic Walking Instructor is the professional level: it authorizes paid teaching, and admission is decided individually. Level 1 comes first; the two courses are booked and paid for separately.
Level 1 — Nordic Walking Guide
$299 · 2-day course
For personal and informal community use.
For anyone who wants to lead Nordic walking properly for themselves, their family, friends or an informal community group. It is not a licence to teach for payment — that is Level 2.
What you will learn
- The USAMNWA 7-Step Method: posture, walking and coordination first, then the poles
- The timing that makes it work — the pole tip and the opposite heel land together, and the hand opens and releases behind the body
- The common technique errors, and how to correct them as they happen
- Safety principles and how to guide a small group informally
Format
- Two consecutive days, in person, in Central Florida
- No prior experience required; poles are available if you do not have your own
- Required before Level 2
Upcoming date: November 7–8, 2026
Level 2 — Certified Nordic Walking Instructor
$549 · 3-day course + online modules
For those ready to teach Nordic walking professionally.
Builds on Level 1 with teaching methodology and the foundation to run your own classes, workshops and private sessions under the Movement Nordic Walking Academy USA name.
Admission is not automatic. Completion of Level 1 is required, and admission to Level 2 is decided individually by the Lead Trainer based on your technique, readiness and practice after Level 1. About a month of regular practice after Level 1 is recommended. Payment never comes before approval.
Teaching and safety
- Instruction methodology and class progressions
- Coaching individuals and groups, including seniors and beginners
- Injury prevention and work with special populations
Building your practice
- Client management and group coaching
- How to run and fill your own Nordic walking classes and workshops
What you get
- Official Movement Nordic Walking Academy USA Instructor Certification
- Authorization to lead paid Nordic walking sessions, workshops and private lessons under the Academy
- Teaching materials and course methodology
- Ongoing support from USAMNWA as you build your practice
Support to Help You Start Teaching
After successfully completing Level 2, you can begin developing your own Nordic Walking lessons, classes and workshops—with support from Movement Nordic Walking Academy USA.
Your Instructor Benefits
Your own instructor profile
Introduce yourself, your location and your services through a profile on the Academy website.
Course and event listings
Publish your upcoming sessions on our website so you can share a clear place for people to find the details.
Online registration support
Use Academy-supported online registration for your listed sessions to make signing up easier for participants.
Support with promotion
Receive promotion through Academy channels to help introduce you and your activities.
Teaching materials and methodology
Use the course materials and teaching approach to structure lessons, explain technique and plan progressive learning experiences.
Guidance for your first steps
Discuss your first offer, potential audiences and ways to approach local community and wellness organizations.
Build Your Practice One Step at a Time
Your starting point could be a private lesson, a beginner group or a workshop with a local organization. Existing fitness and wellness professionals can also add Nordic Walking to their current services.
A practical starting sequence is:
- Choose the audience you want to serve.
- Create a clear offer for your first session.
- Set a price that accounts for your time, costs and group size.
- Share your session and approach relevant local organizations.
- Gather participant feedback and develop your next sessions.
You will be among the first instructors helping us develop the Academy’s teaching network in the United States. The Academy provides education, visibility and guidance. Client numbers and income depend on local demand and your own business development.
Interested in Teaching Nordic Walking?
Start with Level 1. If you have already completed Level 1, contact Adrian to discuss your readiness for Level 2.
Format
- Three consecutive days in person, plus online modules
- Trainer: Adrian Kasper, President of Movement Nordic Walking Academy USA
Upcoming date: October 9–11, 2026
Prices and locations
Level 1 is $299 and Level 2 is $549. The two are booked and paid for separately. Taken together, the full route to Instructor comes to $848 — that figure is shown for information only. There is no combined purchase, because admission to Level 2 is decided individually after Level 1.
Courses are currently held in the Orlando and Winter Park area of Central Florida. Travel courses may be priced differently.
Questions before you register?
The Certification FAQ covers the most common ones. Anything else: adrian@usamnwa.com or +1-407-470-6675.
Register for Level 1 — $299
Choose the course date you want and give us the name that should appear on the certificate. Submitting the form sends your registration to us and takes you on to secure payment of $299. Registration and payment are two separate steps — both are needed to hold a place.
Level 2 is not sold online. After Level 1, request admission and Adrian will confirm your approval, the course date and the payment details personally.