An NW Group may generate revenue by organizing Nordic Walking programs, training sessions, competitions, community events, workshops, challenges, fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and other approved activities.
Each NW Group is responsible for operating in accordance with NWANA policies and applicable laws.
Yes.
NW Groups are encouraged to develop relationships with local businesses, healthcare organizations, community partners, foundations, schools, universities, and other organizations interested in supporting Nordic Walking.
Local sponsorships help grow both the NW Group and Nordic Walking within the community.
Yes.
NW Groups may organize local competitions, virtual competitions, fun events, educational activities, community walks, and other Nordic Walking events.
Some official competitions or championship events may require NWANA recognition or sanctioning.
Yes.
NW Groups may organize training sessions, weekly walks, educational workshops, clinics, social events, fundraising activities, volunteer events, wellness programs, and many other community activities.
Yes.
NW Groups may create ticketed events for training sessions, workshops, clinics, educational programs, competitions, and other approved activities.
Yes.
NW Groups may create their own online store to sell approved merchandise and other products through their website.
Yes.
NW Groups may create fundraising campaigns and accept donations to support their programs, equipment, instructor development, scholarships, and community activities, subject to NWANA policies and applicable laws.
Does every NW Group receive its own website?
Yes.
Each approved NW Group receives its own website with tools for memberships, communications, registrations, events, fundraising, and community management.
Yes.
If there is no existing NW Group serving your community or organization, you may apply to create one.
NWANA will help guide you through the process.
Contact NWANA.
We are committed to helping every community build its own Nordic Walking program and may be able to create a new NW Group category when appropriate.
Yes.
An NW Group can become the foundation for a wide variety of Nordic Walking programs and community services. Depending on its goals, a group may organize training sessions, educational programs, events, competitions, fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and other approved activities.
Yes.
NW Groups may organize free or paid Nordic Walking classes, workshops, clinics, and educational programs. Groups are responsible for complying with applicable laws and NWANA policies.
Yes.
NW Groups are encouraged to organize regular community walks for beginners, experienced walkers, families, seniors, veterans, corporate teams, schools, and other groups.
Yes.
NW Groups may organize local or virtual challenges to encourage participation, improve fitness, build community engagement, and promote Nordic Walking.
Yes.
NW Groups may organize virtual Nordic Walking events, online challenges, educational programs, and other virtual activities.
Can my NW Group organize fundraising campaigns?
Yes.
NW Groups may organize fundraising campaigns to support instructor education, equipment, scholarships, community projects, charitable initiatives, and other approved activities.
Yes.
NW Groups may accept donations to support their programs and community activities, subject to NWANA policies and applicable laws.
Can my NW Group recruit volunteers?
Yes.
NW Groups are encouraged to recruit volunteers to help organize walks, events, competitions, educational programs, and community outreach activities.
Can my NW Group collaborate with other organizations?
Yes.
NW Groups are encouraged to build partnerships with schools, universities, healthcare organizations, parks and recreation departments, businesses, nonprofit organizations, veterans organizations, faith communities, and other community partners.
Yes.
NW Groups may work with cities, counties, parks departments, public health agencies, and other government organizations to promote Nordic Walking and healthy communities.
Yes.
NW Groups may work with NWANA Instructors and encourage members to complete NWANA instructor education programs.
Can my NW Group have its own website and branding?
Yes.
Each approved NW Group receives its own website. Groups may customize their website and develop their local identity while following NWANA branding standards.
Can my NW Group create its own membership program?
Yes.
NW Groups may establish their own membership structure and offer additional local member benefits that complement the NWANA licensing system.
Yes.
NWANA encourages the long-term growth of every NW Group. Many groups may expand from a small local walking community into organizations offering education, events, competitions, wellness programs, fundraising, and other Nordic Walking services.
