Walk Leader

• Cycling UK (Shetland)

• VO101809

Help others to walk more often by supporting the delivery of short local health walks in your area.

What you will be doing
-Planning and leading regular walks, often jointly with other walk leaders

• Welcoming walkers and helping to create a friendly and inclusive atmosphere


• Briefing walkers about the route and any identified risks


• Supporting new and less experienced participants to build their confidence and motivation


• Carrying out site visits to check out routes, completing risk assessments of new routes and reporting any serious incidents

What's in it for you
-Skills development including leadership, management and communication skills
-A chance to meet new people, socialise with other volunteers and be part of a team
-Satisfaction of increasing health and wellbeing of your local community through walking

Experience required

The skills you need
-A confident walker with knowledge of local routes
-Friendly, welcoming and encouraging attitude with the ability to motivate and support others
-Ability to work as a member of a team
-Sensitive to others needs and able to assess someone's general wellbeing and walking ability

Travel details

In your local area.

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