Find Fitness, Friends, and Fun! Walking is an activity appropriate for individuals of all ages and most physical fitness levels. One of the best motivators for regular walking is to walk with a group, which makes it a great community program that has the potential to foster holistic community wellness.

The EFCL offers urban pole rentals for community leagues and their individual members. Renting poles are a great way to pilot a walking program in your community. Both the fitness and activator poles are available for rent.

We are only accepting online pre-bookings at this time.  Please email League Support at leaguesupport@efcl.org if you have questions.

Walking is one of the most common types of physical activity people engage in because it is affordable, convenient and low risk. The manual and resource guide was developed by the EFCL to improve and sustain the Community League Walking Program. It can be used by community league members who want to start a walking program in their community or a current walking ambassador who requires additional program support. The information in the guide can be applied to both regular and urban pole walking programs.

Enjoy the social side of walking!

• Improving your physical and psychological health
• Getting to know others in your neighbourhood
• Familiarizing yourself with the resources and amenities of your community
• Appreciating vitamin ‘N’ature
• Reducing crime by residents being visible on the street

In 2016, the EFCL received a Recreation and Physical Activity Project Grant from Alberta Culture and Tourism to promote walking programs in community leagues. Through this grant, the EFCL supported 20 Community Leagues in launching urban poling sessions – a walking workout with poles.

The EFCL continues to build leadership and capacity in Community League members interested in starting or improving a walking program in their neighbourhood.