About
Director of the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Esther has over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry and is a certified personal trainer. Together, they are passionate about promoting the benefits of Nordic Walking to people of all ages and fitness levels.
Nordic Walking Nova Scotia offers How to Nordic Walk clinics for beginners and intermediate level walkers. These clinics are designed to teach participants the proper technique for Nordic Walking to ensure they get the most out of this low-impact fitness activity. In addition to clinics, Nordic Walking Nova Scotia also offers certification courses for those who are interested in becoming nationally certified Nordic Walking instructors.
As distributors of Nordixx Nordic Walking poles, Nordic Walking Nova Scotia provides top-quality, authentic poles at a reasonable price. These poles come with proper thumb-hole hand straps for comfort and efficiency while walking. Additionally, Nordic Walking Nova Scotia offers a variety of supplies to support your Nordic Walking journey.
Bill and Esther VanGorder, the founders of Nordic Walking Nova Scotia, were recently recognized as recipients of the 50 over 50 WISE Awards for their success in starting a business in their encore careers. They are proud members of this elite group of Canadian entrepreneurs over the age of 50 who have proven that age is no barrier to success.
Whether you are new to Nordic Walking or looking to become a certified instructor, Nordic Walking Nova Scotia is your go-to source for all things Nordic Walking in Halifax. Join their mailing list to stay up to date on upcoming events and clinics, and discover the many benefits that Nordic Walking can offer to improve your health and fitness.