How?
Poles
Specially designed for nordic walking, Fittrek poles are made according to biomechanical specifications for greater versatility. They work on all surfaces and are suitable for use with a number of nordic walking techniques.
You can rent poles for a session or purchase them at the Tennis 13 studio. 
You can also purchase them online at Costco.ca.
Buy 2 Fittrek Poles and 1 pair of weighted gloves:for $109,99 (+ txs).
Attire
Your attire should be suitable for the weather of the day (classes take place whatever the weather). Layering is the best option, as several layers of synthetic clothing provide better absorptive capacity. You can add or remove layers depending on the temperature and intensity of your workout.
Wear comfortable hiking or running shoes that provide good support.
In the summer, a hat or cap will protect you from the sun.
Make sure you bring enough water for a one-hour walk.
Consider a hydration belt, which will allow you to carry enough water while balancing the weight of the bottles around your body.
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Where?
Ville de Boisbriand, école du Mai — For more information
From East
- Highway 640 westbound – Boisbriand exit
- Turn to the right toward Du Faubourg Blvd.
- Turn left on Du Faubourg Blvd..
- Turn right on Grande Allée Blvd.
- Turn left on Rivière Cachée
- Turn right on De la Bastille Avenue.
- At your left is École du Mai
From West
- Highway 640 eastbound – Boisbriand exit
- At the traffic light, turn left on Grande Allée Blvd.
- Turn left on the second traffic light on Rivière Cachée
- Turn right on De la Bastille Avenue
- At your left is École du Mai
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Laval, Île Paton — For more information
Highway 13 Southbound - Samson Blvd exit
- Turn left on Samson Blvd and go under Highway 13
- Keep going and turn right on to Promenade des Îles
- Keep going straight until the fourth stop sign
- Turn right into the public parking lot
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Laval, Parc Isabelle (Fabreville) — For more information
From Northshore : Highway 13 southbound – Dagenais Blvd. exit
- Pass in front of the St-Hubert Restaurant
- Turn left on Dagenais Blvd.
- Turn right on Justin Street
- Keep going straight until the Isabelle Park
- The parking lot is on Jacques Street, near the tennis courts (meeting place)
From Montreal : Highway 13 northbound – Dagenais Blvd. exit
- Pass in front of the St-Hubert Restaurant
- Turn right on Dagenais Blvd.
- Turn right on Justin Street
- Keep going straight until the Isabelle Park
- The parking lot is on Jacques Street, near the tennis courts (meeting place)
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Laval, Parc Lausanne (Vimont) — For more information
From Highway 440 eastbound – René-Laennac exit
- Keep going straight
- Pass in front of the Cité de la Santé
- Pass many stops and intersections
- Keep going straight after the third traffic light (Dagenais Blvd.)
- Turn right at the second stop on Lausanne Street
- The parking lot is at the intersection of Lausanne Street and Montée Monette (left)
From Route 335 southbound
- Turn right on Dagenais Blvd.
- Turn right at the first traffic light on Montée Monette
- The parking lot is at the intersection of Lausanne Street and Montée Monette (left)
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Laval, Ste-Rose — For more information
From Highway 640 – Labelle South Blvd. exit
- Turn left on Ste-Rose Blvd.
- Turn right on Ollier-Payette Street
- Turn right on Léopold-Labonville Street
- Turn left on Michel-Charest Street and go to 464 Michel-Charest Street (private house) – parking on the Street
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Lorraine — For more information
Lorraine: Highway 640 eastbound (toward Repentigny) - Lorraine exit
- Turn left at the stop sign on De Gaulle Blvd
- Turn left at the second stop sign (shopping centre entrance on the right)
- Take the first entrance on the left to access the cultural centre (red roof)
- Continue through the wooded area until you reach the public parking lot
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville d'Oka — For more information
Oka: Highway 640 westbound (toward Deux-Montagnes)
- Keep going straight on Highway 640 until Chemin d'Oka
- Turn right on Chemin d’Oka
- Turn left on Richard Street
- Turn left on St-Sulpice Street East
- Go to 11 St-Sulpice Street East.
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Rosemère — For more information
Rosemère: Highway 640 eastbound (toward Repentigny) - Rosemère exit
- Go past the Rosemère shopping centre
- Continue straight ahead on Labelle Blvd
- Turn left on Grande Côte and keep going past several stop signs
- Cross the railway tracks
- Continue straight ahead (follow the directions for the Rosemère arena)
- Turn right on Charbonneau Street
- Stop at the Charbonneau Park parking lot
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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Ville de Ste-Marthe-sur-le-Lac — For more information
From Highway 640 westbound (toward Deux-Montagnes)
- Take the 8 exit, Des Promenades Blvd. toward Deux-Montagnes and Ste-Marthe-sur-le-Lac
- Keep going straight on Des Promenades Blvd. until the 30th Avenue, after chemin d’Oka
- Turn left on the 30th Avenue and continue up to the end
- Turn left on Carole Street, Carole Street become Lambert Street and continue up to the end
- Go to 3076 Lambert Street (third house at your left) – parking on the Street
Connexion Pilates: 450 682-2100
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How much?
- 1 session per WEEK for 8 weeks
$80
- 2 sessions per WEEK for 8 weeks
$128 ($32 discount)
- 3 sessions per WEEK for 8 weeks
$176 ($64 discount)
- 4 sessions per WEEK for 8 weeks
$228 ($92 discount)
- + $15 fee to rent Fittrek equipment for 8 weeks
For more information (in French)
Fees are payable in cash at the reception at the time of registration or by cheque made payable to Fittrek, mailed to: Connexion Pilates,1013 Highway 13, Laval, Quebec H7W 4V3
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When?
Summer 2009 nordic walking schedule (in French)
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Corporate walks
There’s nothing better for motivating your employees than an outdoor walk on their lunch hour or after work.
A fun way to get in shape!
For more information
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