Japanese Walking

Oxleas Woodlands

Japanese Walking is a simple interval walking technique: 3 minutes of brisk walking followed by 3 minutes at a comfortable pace, repeated throughout the session.

We'll cover around 3km on a crcular route through and around Oxleas Woods, starting at 7.30am and finishing at 8am.

It is designed to fit into your morning before work, rather than take over your day.

We'll meet at different starting points around Oxleas Woods from week to week. Your exact meeting point will be sent to you when you book.

At the start I will briefly explain the walking pattern and then we set off together.

We'll alternate:

3 minutes comfortable walking
3 minutes brisk / purposeful walking

The brisk sections should feel like you're walking with purpose, rather than running. You should be breathing a little harder but still able to continue safely.

We'll repeat the intervals throughout the approximately 3 km route. Five times each in the 30 minute session.

There will be no long stops, please arrive ready to walk at 7:30am.

This is aimed at people working from home in the Eltham area. But is suitable for anyone who would like to start their Wednesday with a short burst of outdoor exercise.

You don't need to be an experienced walker or particularly fit, but you should be comfortable walking approximately 3km at a mixture of comfotable and brisk paces.

This isn't a race and nobody is expected to compete with anyone else. The aim is to walk together, get moving and start the day feeling energised.

Because we are halfway through the week and half an hour seems a manageable way to get us up and over that mid-week hump.

You can get outside, move your body, breathe some fresh air and still be ready to work afterwards.

There are no complicated moves, no gym membership, and no lycra required.

Just walking.

Pay what you can afford.

There is a suggested contribution of £3 - £5, but please pay whatever feels affordable to you. If you can't afford anything, you're still welcome.

Your contribution helps cover the time involved in organising and leading the walks, as well as my training and insurance costs.

When: Wednesday mornings 7:30am
Duration: 30 minutes
Distance: Approximately 3km
Location: Oxleas Woodlands and surronding paths
Pace: Alternating 3-minutes brisk, 3-minutes comfortable
Finish: 8am

By booking a session with Katie Smith, you confirm that:

You agree to the full Terms & Conditions (available on request and summarised below)

• You take part at your own risk and are responsible for your own wellbeing
• You will follow guidance given during the session
• You will come appropriately dressed and prepared for the outdoors
• You will inform me in advance of any relevant health conditions or access needs (7 days where possible)
• You understand the 48-hour cancellation policy
• If bringing a dog (walks only), you will keep it under control
• If attending with someone under 18, you accept full responsibility for them throughout

These sessions are designed to be supportive, relaxed, and enjoyable—thank you for helping create a safe and welcoming space for everyone. By booking and/or attending, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions and Disclaimer.

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