As a Walk Leader, you will lead relaxed social walks in your local area and welcome participants as they arrive. You will help create a safe and inclusive space, encouraging people to enjoy being active outdoors. Before each walk, you will carry out simple safety checks to make sure the group is ready to set off comfortably.
Step Forth Volunteer
Become a Volunteer Health Walk Leader
Help people in your community get active, feel better and connect with others through walking in Falkirk.
Our volunteer Health Walk Leaders play an important role in supporting local wellbeing by leading friendly, accessible and enjoyable walks for people of all abilities. Do you have time to spare and fancy being a part of something?
We're looking for friendly volunteers to lead short walks as part of our community walking programme.
As a Walk Leader you will help create welcoming group walks that support physical health, boost mental wellbeing and encourage people to enjoy being outdoors. Full training and ongoing support are provided.
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What you'll do -
Who this is for... This role is ideal if you enjoy being outdoors and appreciate the benefits of nature for wellbeing. You will enjoy supporting others and making people feel comfortable in a small, friendly group. It also suits someone who likes meeting new people and wants to help others feel more confident about walking for health.
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What we offer We provide free training, guidance and ongoing support to help you lead your walks with confidence. You will have access to useful resources and a friendly team of fellow volunteers. You will also have opportunities to connect with others who share an interest in community health and active living.
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Time commitment Walks usually take place once a week and last around 45 to 60 minutes. Volunteers support the delivery of a current walk or help with the launch of a new one. The role is flexible and can fit around your availability.
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Interested? Volunteering as a Walk Leader allows you to support the health of your local community while improving your own wellbeing at the same time. It is a great way to build confidence, learn new skills and meet new people. You will also help make walking in Falkirk more accessible for everyone.
We would love to hear from you. Register your interest via the form below or contact us at: stepforth@falkirk.gov.uk.
Register Your Interest
