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10 Dec 2025

An Evening Full of Emotion, Pride and Unity – The Grand Finale of the Polish Nordic Walking League 2025 🥢Yesterday we closed a season that gave us hundreds of moments we will carry in our hearts forever. A season built on passion, friendship and thousands of shared steps. 💚🥢Tonight’s Ceremony that took place in Bełchatów was not only the official ending of the Polish League – it was also a celebration of the worldwide Nordic Walking community. We looked back at the global ONWF season and honored the extraordinary athletes who shaped it.One of the most touching moments of the evening was the recognition of the Czech competitors who reached the top places in the World League. 🇨🇿 Their success was greeted with huge applause, and together we revealed a small glimpse of what the Czech League 2026 will bring... and it already looks amazing!We were deeply moved to welcome representatives from Slovakia 🇸🇰 and Ukraine 🇺🇦 whose presence reminded us that Nordic Walking unites us beyond borders, languages and distances.And in the spirit of building the future together, we proudly announced one of the biggest highlights of the upcoming year. The European Nordic Walking Championships will take place in Bełchatów on August 21–23! 🇪🇺🔥A milestone event that will gather the strongest walkers from across the continent.Thank You to every single person who created this unforgettable season – athletes, instructors, judges, volunteers, partners and friends. Thank You for Your energy, trust, smiles and for every moment that made 2025 so special. This League lives because of You. And tonight we truly felt like one family. 🤍Thank You for walking this path with us. See You in the next chapter!

6 Dec 2025

🔥👏 Congratulations to all the Champions of the Polish Nordic Walking League 2025! 👏🔥Poland is now celebrating the official Gala of the Polish Nordic Walking League — a powerful finale created by Your passion, dedication, and thousands of steps! 🥢❤️We warmly encourage you to watch the livestream and join the celebration, because an unforgettable show awaits!👉 Leave your applause and congratulations in the comments!👉 Tell us who you’re cheering for tonight!And if you can — join the Gala live, where Poland will reveal plans, updates, and the first preview of the 2026 season, which promises to be truly dynamic and inspiring! 🚀Celebrate with us, comment, support the athletes — together we build a League that is a source of pride not only in Poland, but across the global Nordic Walking community. 🇵🇱❤️🥢@obserwujący

4 Dec 2025

🌍🥢 ONWF PROUD MOMENT – Nordic Walking for Seniors in Poland! 🇵🇱💚We are incredibly proud of our official Polish representative Nordic Walking Poland (NWPL), who – thanks to the support of the Ministry of Sport and Tourism of Poland and the LOTTO Foundation – carried out one of the largest free Nordic Walking programs for seniors in Europe! 👏🇵🇱🎉 Over 1,000 seniors across more than 80 locations took part in this powerful movement for health, joy and social connection – all under the guidance of professional ONWF and NWPL instructors. Participants experienced the joy of movement, built strength and balance, and most importantly — they discovered a new love for Nordic Walking!💪 This is exactly the mission of ONWF: motivating people to move through simple, effective exercises using poles, and teaching technique through the easy and proven “4 Steps to Learn Nordic Walking” method. It’s a health revolution — and it's never been closer, simpler, or more accessible.📽️ Watch the video and get inspired by this amazing example of public health, community spirit, and the power of walking together.To our friends at NWPL – we send our heartfelt congratulations for this outstanding initiative and world-class execution! 🇵🇱👏Let this be a model to follow for all ONWF partners across the globe!#ONWF #NordicWalking #Poland #SeniorPower #ActiveAging#4StepsToLearnNordicWalking #HealthRevolution #NWPLMinisterstwo Sportu i Turystyki | Fundacja LOTTO im. Haliny Konopackiej

3 Dec 2025

🇺🇦🥢 Lviv Autumn 2025 - See How Powerful It Was! 🥢🇺🇦Take a look at the incredible energy from our last Nordic Walking event in Ukraine!Despite all the challenges, the community in Lviv once again proved what strength, unity and passion really mean. 💛💙Huge thanks to Snizhana Bezega, Ірина Підлужна and the whole Ukrainian team - ONWF National Club of Ukraine,LET'S GO for this amazing promotion of health and Nordic Walking.Your work inspires the entire ONWF family.Watch, feel the atmosphere… and let’s keep walking forward together. 🥢🇺🇦

30 Nov 2025

🥢🇺🇾 THANK YOU, URUGUAY! II SOUTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP & URUGUAY OPEN 2025 🇺🇾🥢Montevideo gave us something unforgettable - a celebration of passion, unity and the unstoppable spirit of Nordic Walking.On behalf of ONWF, we express our deepest gratitude to everyone who created this extraordinary event.STATE SUPPORT - THE FOUNDATION OF OUR SUCCESS🏛 MINISTRY OF TOURISM - Uruguay Natural🏛 Secretaría Nacional del DeporteYour official recognition elevated this championship to an international level. Thank you for believing in the power of Nordic Walking.PARTNERS – YOUR SUPPORT MADE THIS EVENT POSSIBLEUTEBlueCross & BlueShield de UruguayYour commitment ensured that athletes from across South America received a world-class experience. We also thank all partners and supporters who stood behind this event with resources, services and heart.Gabel thank you for providing exceptional prizes and inspiring athletes to give their best. Your presence is invaluable to our global ONWF family.THE JUDGING TEAM – PROFESSIONALS WHO GUARANTEED FAIR PLAY👨‍⚖️Marcelo Suárez👨‍⚖️Carina Maiuri👨‍⚖️Amado Castillo👨‍⚖️Carlos Ferreyra👨‍⚖️Lilián Mazzella👨‍⚖️Mariela GarcésThank you for your dedication, precision and passion for our sport.To every person who worked behind the scenes From the event office, technical crew, medical teams, timing staff, volunteers, and everyone who built the race village and supported athletes from dawn till dusk – your work shaped every moment of this championship. Events like this exist because of people like you.And of course to our athletes thank you for your courage, commitment and unforgettable performances. You are the heart of Nordic Walking, and your energy filled Montevideo with emotion and pride.Uruguay, you showed once again that you are a strong, united and passionate Nordic Walking community.Together we are building a healthier future.Thank you, Uruguay. That was a spectacular event! | ONWF | Caminata Nórdica Uruguay ONWF |

28 Nov 2025

🇫🇮 🥢🌍 International Nordic Walking Instructor Course – ONLINE | December 7–8 🇺🇦,🌎 For participants from all over the world | Conducted in Ukrainian🎓 Become a certified instructor with ONWF – the World Original Nordic Walking Federation!This course is held online via ZOOM in Ukrainian, making it accessible worldwide.📩 Register & learn more:www.onwf.org/course/Nordic-Walking-Instructor-online-course-Ukraine/17🔥 Ready to turn your passion for Nordic Walking into a meaningful career?Looking for the most recognized international certificate in the world of Nordic Walking?This is YOUR moment – and you can do it from anywhere!👑 Led by Snizhana Bezega – founder of ONWF National Club of Ukraine,LET'S GO, ONWF Master Trainer, certified inernational judge, organizer of international competitions, fitness coach & nutrition specialist with 10+ years of experience.✅ ONWF Certification – your international license to teach & grow professionally✅ Your profile in the world’s largest instructor database: www.InstructorNordicWalking.com✅ Plastic instructor ID card with QR code – your modern, scannable business card✅ Learn ONWF's “4 Steps to Learn Nordic Walking” – a proven method to teach anyone in 5 minutes✅ Access to the full Instructor’s Guide – including plans, technical checklists, warm-ups & stretches✅ Opportunity to create your own Nordic Walking Fitness Club and build your community✅ Continued cooperation with Let’s GO Ukraine in education, wellness & international events🌲 Because with us, Nordic Walking is more than just poles –it’s a global fitness movement backed by 28 years of evolution, research, and results.🥢 Whether you're new to Nordic Walking, a passionate enthusiast, or a seasoned instructor wanting to level up –THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU.🗓 Date: December 7–8, 2025💻 Format: Online via ZOOM🗣 Language: Ukrainian🎥 Want to see what modern Nordic Walking looks like?▶️ Watch our concept video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rn8NgS3L6rc📚 Explore our international guide: www.onwf.org/guide🚀 Take the next step in your professional journey.Join the ONWF family – One World, One Dream, One Nordic Walking Community.📩 Register today and walk into a new future!

25 Nov 2025

🇺🇾Uruguay… what a magical farewell. ✨🇺🇾It’s still hard to believe that we are closing the 2025 season in such an extraordinary way – in a place where sport meets art, and where history dances right beside us.What we witnessed tonight… we will carry with us forever.🔥 Dancers moving in the rhythm of candombe🔥 Drummers whose heartbeat could be felt across Montevideo🔥 Champions of the South American Nordic Walking Championship celebrating shoulder to shoulder with local artistsThis wasn’t just a show.It was a living story of Uruguay – of its African roots, the spirit of freedom, pride, tradition, and the music that has guided people through street parades for generations.It was a night when Nordic Walking met the culture of candombe, and we truly felt how sport can unite with the soul of a nation.Thank you, Uruguay.For the rhythm.For the emotions.For the hospitality.For letting us feel your heart. ♥️🇺🇾And to all athletes, coaches, judges, and friends from across South America – thank You for the energy that made this season finale something absolutely unforgettable.In the video below, You’ll see a glimpse of what will forever stay in the history of ONWF.Candombe, dance, drums, colors, and pure magic. 💛💙🎶See You again, Uruguay.Your rhythm will stay with us for a long time. 🥢

24 Nov 2025

🇺🇾🥢 OFFICIAL RESULTS – II South American Championships Nordic Walking, Montevideo, Uruguay 2025🥢🇺🇾What an unforgettable finale to the 2025 season! The energy on the Uruguayan coast was absolutely electric — passion, determination and pure love for Nordic Walking filled every kilometer. Today, we proudly present the new Champions of South America 2025! 🔥🌎💙🏆 5 KM Nordic Walking🥇 Agnieszka Krawętek (Nordic Walking Belgium) – 00:29:07🥇 Daniel Wojtasiński (Nordic Team Częstochowa) – 00:27:39🏆 5 KM Nordic Walking Athletes With Disabilities 🥇 Zygmunt Duszeńko (Marsz Po Zdrowie) – 00:31:13🏆 10 KM Nordic Walking🥇 Agnieszka Krawętek (Nordic Walking Belgium) – 00:58:06🥇 Miguel Angel Valera – 01:02:45🏆 20 KM Nordic Walking🥇 Roberta Grova (Marcha Nórdica Buenos Aires) – 02:26:02🥇 Igor Bugryn (Karpatiya Nordic Walking Team) – 02:08:11 + awarded the Green Card for outstanding walking technique 💚🔥 What a Championship. What a Season. What a Family. 🔥Montevideo gave us everything — emotions, passion, sunshine, unforgettable finishes, and the pure spirit of Nordic Walking shared across nations.To all athletes, coaches, judges, volunteers, organizers, and fans across the globe thank You for an extraordinary 2025 season.A season full of powerful memories, record-breaking starts, unity, friendship and a love for movement that connects continents. 🌎💙🥢 Thank You for being part of the global Nordic Walking family.See You all in the 2026 season — stronger, happier and ready for new stories on the trails!| Caminata Nórdica Uruguay ONWF | ONWF |

22 Nov 2025

🥢🇺🇾 II South American Nordic Walking Championship — the grand finale of the 2025 World Nordic Walking League!🎥🔥 LIVE NOW from Montevideo!Today we will finally meet the new South American Champions!At the start line we have incredibly strong teams from Uruguay, Argentina, Poland, Slovakia, Ukraine, and Belgium, all ready to fight for the title of the very best. 🏆🌎📌 START TIMES (Uruguay Time)⏰ 14:00 — Start for 20 km & 10 km, all age categories⏰ 16:00 — Start for 5 km, all age categories + athletes with disabilitiesAnd all of this is happening in the magical Parque Roosevelt — the largest urban park in all of South America! 🌳✨Did you know that:🇺🇾 Uruguay is considered the safest country in Latin America🌊 Montevideo has one of the longest urban beaches in the world🦅 Parque Roosevelt covers over 370 hectares of nature, including eucalyptus avenues and wild ponds — a true paradise for outdoor sportsThis is where the final stage of the World Nordic Walking League 2025 will be decided.The emotions will be massive — every single step can determine the champion! 🔥🥢📲 Stay with us — we are LIVE right now!Follow the action, cheer for your athletes, and be part of this historic day in Montevideo! 🌍💙

22 Nov 2025

🇺🇾🥢 Welcome to the II South American Nordic Walking Championship in Uruguay!The organizers send a warm greeting and invite everyone to share this exceptional day together.In just 20 minutes, we go live from Parque Roosevelt!📲 Stay with us and cheer — today we will discover the best of the best! 🏆🔥

21 Nov 2025

🥢🌍 Thank You, Agadir — What a World Cup It Was 🌍🥢A big thank you to all the participants who came to the ONWF World Cup Nordic Walking – Agadir, Morocco 2025 on November 15. Your presence, energy and passion created moments we will carry with us for a long time.We deeply appreciate the incredible work of the judges, volunteers and Marcin, President of the ONWF, whose guidance and support helped shape this event into something truly special.Our warm gratitude goes to Aurélie, Bougmila, Noureddine, Christophe, Laurent and Éric, our photographer, for their commitment and heart. A sincere thank you as well to the members of the ONWF office: Martyna, Jakub and Elena, for their dedication behind the scenes.We also extend our thanks to the City of Agadir and the Wilaya of Agadir for their support and contribution to the success of this celebration of Nordic Walking. Our appreciation goes to the Hôtel Club Almoggarr and its director for their hospitality, to @Jupiter League for the outfits, and to Agadir By Travel for their cooperation.And above all, thank you to Zito — a wonderful human being and President of the Moroccan Nordic Walking Association, Moroccans of the World, Zito Msid Zitouni. His heart, kindness and vision once again brought magic to Agadir and connected our global Nordic Walking family.Thank you all for making this World Cup an unforgettable moment filled with emotion, connection and the spirit of our sport. 🌟🥢| ONWF| Gabel | #WorldCupMorocco #Agadir2025 #NordicWalking #WorldNordicWalkingLeague #WalkTheWorld

20 Nov 2025

🎉 CELEBRATING 55 YEARS OF THE MAN WITHOUT WHOM NORDIC WALKING WOULDN’T EXIST! 🎉🥢 Happy Birthday, Marko Kantaneva – The Founder & Father of Nordic Walking! 🥢🇫🇮🌍🇵🇱Today we celebrate a truly extraordinary day — the 55th birthday of Marko Kantaneva, the creator of Nordic Walking, the founder of ONWF, and the visionary whose idea changed the lives of millions around the world. ❤️🌍It was back in 1997 when Marko wrote the groundbreaking book “Sauvakävely”, sparking a global movement and inspiring people of every age, culture, and background to walk, train, and live healthier lives with poles. Since then, Nordic Walking has become not only a form of physical activity — but a lifestyle, a community, and a global family.Thanks to Marko’s passion, knowledge and unwavering commitment, today Nordic Walking is practiced everywhere — from small villages to the biggest cities, from beaches to mountains, from beginners to world champions. 🥢💪Dear Marko,we wish You endless health, joy, strength and at least 150 more years with poles in Your hands! May the Nordic Walking family continue to grow, and may Your steps keep inspiring millions across the globe. 🌍💚You are the reason we walk.You are the beginning of our story.You are the Father of Nordic Walking.Drop your birthday wishes for Marko in the comments - we will pass all of them directly to him! 🥳🎂#NordicWalking #MarkoKantaneva #ONWF #TheFounder #HappyBirthday #NordicFamily