• Train Like a Champion. Teach Like a Professional.

    NWANA is the only continental governing body of Nordic Walking in North America.

    Our certification program was created by  elite international Nordic Walkers - World Championship winners, medalists, and top competitors of major international events.

    Only serious athletes understand the technical details of Nordic Walking that make the promised health and performance benefits actually work.

    Without that knowledge, instructors teach the form - but not the substance.

Available courses

Nordic Walking Instructor - Beginner Level Certification

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This introductory certification program prepares future Nordic Walking instructors to teach safe, effective, and technique-focused beginner sessions.
The course covers biomechanics, equipment selection, movement correction, training structure, and practical teaching skills required for working with new participants.

To earn your NWANA Certification:
1. Complete all course lessons.
2. Pass the Final Assessment with a score of 100%. Attempts are unlimited — the first 3 attempts have no waiting period; from the 4th attempt onward a 12-hour waiting period applies.
3. Submit short video clips (10–30 seconds each) demonstrating your Nordic Walking technique for review by NWANA.
4. Upon successful review of your video, NWANA will issue your digital certificate.