Modern Nordic Walking
The updated, modern version of Nordic Walking!
News
TIINA ARRANKOSKI AT BLUE CROSS VIRTUAL WELL-BEING SHOW
Presentation of the Modern Nordic Walking concept in an international online show.
NEW BOOK IN ENGLISH!
"Modern Nordic Walking - lifetime in motion” by Tiina Arrankoski & Tuomo Kettunen is now available!
NEW STATEMENT FROM ICNW:
”Modern Nordic Walking: Background and Updated Definition”.
NEW BOOK IN SPANISH!
"Modern Nordic Walking – ejercicio físico al aire libre para todos" by Jordi Pau Caballero.
USA MNW ACADEMY FOUNDED
The Modern Nordic Walking concept has officially been launched in the USA!
Definition
Modern Nordic Walking is a form of physical activity with a scientific basis and well-defined principles.
International Council of Nordic Walking (ICNW), a scientific organization of the discipline, has published on February 8, 2025, an updated Definition of Modern Nordic Walking as part of the Statement: "Modern Nordic Walking: Background and Updated Definition"
Education
International Council of Nordic Walking (ICNW), an international scientific organization of the discipline, is responsible for the educational courses of Modern Nordic Walking, in collaboration with the World Modern Nordic Walking Academy. These two organizations are in close cooperation with each other to continuously development their educational materials and activities.
They have an extensive international educational program in several languages, divided into various levels to ensure professional teaching of Modern Nordic Walking (MNW) invarious parts of the world. There are courses to become Modern Nordic Walking Trainer, Master Trainer, Coach and International Coach - and refresher and specialization courses, international and national conventions, meetings and seminars.
Organizations
International Council of Nordic Walking (ICNW) is an international scientific organization of the discipline. Its goal is to boost research, education and the general development of the discipline around the world. ICNW is responsible for the continuous development of the Modern Nordic Walking concept and its teaching.
World Modern Nordic Walking Academy is the professional organization for all Nordic Walking Trainers, Master Trainers, Coaches and International Coaches in the world. Its members teach Modern Nordic Walking following the principles, objectives and guidelines presented in the official Statements and in the educational materials of the ICNW.