Nordic Walk for Life!
Walk for YOUR life, do it for Life!
About Us
Nordic Walk for Life's owner and principal instructor is Amy Okaya, MPH. Amy is an Advanced Nordic Walking Instructor certified by the American Nordic Walking Association, and holds a Masters degree in Community Health Education from the University of Minnesota.
Through her teaching, wellness program development, and events, Amy combines her experience in many forms of sports, dance and exercise; a professional career in health promotion and public health; and a love of nature, to create a rich and enjoyable recreational experience.
"My goals are to help you develop solid technique, feel confident and enjoy Nordic walking -- so you receive the maximum health benefit and have the maximum amount of fun, every time you walk!"
What Nordic Walk for Life! students say..
"Nordic walking allows me to maximize the benefits of an hour-long daily walk. After six weeks of using the poles, I’m loving the way I feel and am happy about losing six pounds."
- Trish Faust, Woodbury, MN
"Nordic walking has been great for me. I don't have to get stuff organized as I do when I go to the YMCA. I just grab my sticks and go for a walk. It's an easy way to get a great workout. Amy is a great teacher. She makes it easy to learn and also a lot of fun."
- Stew Thornley, Roseville, MN
"My husband and I had the pleasure of participating in Amy's Nordic Walking class. Her enthusiam is contagious, and she made it fun learning the proper technique. I consider it a lifelong treasure to have a sport we can participate in while enjoying the outdoor scenery. Thanks Amy!"
- Donna and Curt Anderson, St. Paul, MN
"I really like that my husband and I can do this together. I also like that I get a little more cardio and core strength out of a short 20 minute walk. We have so little time to get in out exercise."
- Brenda Himrich, Roseville, MN
"I thought I knew what I was doing with the poles, but it's amazing how much Amy has taught us in this class. It's so much more than just walking."
- Sue Hambley, White Bear Lake, MN
"I am truly glad I signed up for Amy's Nordic Walking class. I learned techniques and tips that I would not have figured out on my own. With Amy's thoughtful and knowledgeable instruction, I am off to a great start and thoroughly enjoying Nordic Walking!"
- Lori Hamilton, St. Paul, MN
Through her teaching, wellness program development, and events, Amy combines her experience in many forms of sports, dance and exercise; a professional career in health promotion and public health; and a love of nature, to create a rich and enjoyable recreational experience."My goals are to help you develop solid technique, feel confident and enjoy Nordic walking -- so you receive the maximum health benefit and have the maximum amount of fun, every time you walk!"
What Nordic Walk for Life! students say..
"Nordic walking allows me to maximize the benefits of an hour-long daily walk. After six weeks of using the poles, I’m loving the way I feel and am happy about losing six pounds."
- Trish Faust, Woodbury, MN
"Nordic walking has been great for me. I don't have to get stuff organized as I do when I go to the YMCA. I just grab my sticks and go for a walk. It's an easy way to get a great workout. Amy is a great teacher. She makes it easy to learn and also a lot of fun."
- Stew Thornley, Roseville, MN
"My husband and I had the pleasure of participating in Amy's Nordic Walking class. Her enthusiam is contagious, and she made it fun learning the proper technique. I consider it a lifelong treasure to have a sport we can participate in while enjoying the outdoor scenery. Thanks Amy!"
- Donna and Curt Anderson, St. Paul, MN
"I really like that my husband and I can do this together. I also like that I get a little more cardio and core strength out of a short 20 minute walk. We have so little time to get in out exercise."
- Brenda Himrich, Roseville, MN
"I thought I knew what I was doing with the poles, but it's amazing how much Amy has taught us in this class. It's so much more than just walking."
- Sue Hambley, White Bear Lake, MN
"I am truly glad I signed up for Amy's Nordic Walking class. I learned techniques and tips that I would not have figured out on my own. With Amy's thoughtful and knowledgeable instruction, I am off to a great start and thoroughly enjoying Nordic Walking!"
- Lori Hamilton, St. Paul, MN
