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ACE CertAbout Nordic Walking CO.

The Nordic Walking CO was formed to bring the joy and pleasure of Nordic walking to the general public. What many Europeans have known for a long time to be a fun, flexible and effective form of walking is relatively new to the United States. Nordic Walking CO was formed in Colorado, the most active state in the country, to enhance the outdoor and fitness activities of its vibrant population as well as to feed that population’s hunger for the newest and most effective fitness activities with which to enjoy and experience the unparalled beauty of the local environment. Nordic Walking CO provides a resource for education, equipment and training for walkers of any age and fitness level so they can quickly and conveniently get out the door and appreciate all the enjoyment this new sport has to offer.

Shari Rivera Sharp is a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer who brings a unique combination of enthusiasm and thoughtfulness to her client\\\\\\\'s journey to improved health. She has been leading fun and exciting group classes and well-tailored individual fitness programs since 2002. She is certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Interactive Fitness Trainers of America (IFTA). She also holds a certificate in Senior Personal Training through the American Senior Fitness Association (SFA) and is a member of the ECA World Fitness Association.

Shari obtained a B.A. in Latin American Studies from the University of Pennsylvania in 1986, and an M.B.A. in Marketing with an M.A. in Latin American Studies from Tulane University in 1992.

Shari is particularly passionate about helping people over 40 combat the effects of aging, including osteoporosis, weight gain and declining musculature. She has extensive experience helping people with a variety of fitness backgrounds, and can design a lifelong exercise program that will get clients on the road to better health.

In addition to one-on-one and small group fitness training, Shari teaches the following group classes:

-Nordic Walking
-Indoor cycling
-Senior fitness
-Strength training
-Cardio kickboxing
-Water aerobics

Shari brings a unique passion to Nordic walking. \\\\\\\"This activity has undergone explosive growth in Europe and parts of the U.S. and for good reason: walking and power walking are two of the most popular fitness activities and adding poles and technique simply enables participants to to increase calorie expenditure by up to 40% while making walking more fun and interesting.\\\\\\\"


Personal Training Rates:

Private Session, 1 hour: $50
Semi-Private, 1 hour: $35 per person

Private Session, 30 min.: $30
Semi-Private, 30 min.: $25 per person

*Small group sessions of 3-5 people can be arranged to meet your needs.

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