Be A Walking Champion!
Walking Champions is a program organized by the Edmonton International Athletics Committee (“EIAC”) that addresses financial, social, and self-esteem barriers in school-aged populations by offering a free, school-based program.
Walking Champions program leaders include experienced sport and activity promoters, Olympic athletes, expert program delivery contractors, locally based teachers, and community volunteers. Walking Champions leaders are experienced in program development and delivery at the community level, while the Olympic athlete mentors have delivered numerous school-based talks.
In the winter, the program can be offered either indoors (e.g., in a school gymnasium or corridors) or (weather permitting) outdoors (e.g., footpaths or playgrounds). Minimal equipment is required for program delivery.
Walking Champions Initiatives
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Walking Champions is a free, fun, and flexible walking program developed to introduce children and youth to the health and wellness life-long benefits of walking. Walking Champions will increase skills and knowledge about physical activity, and get students excited about walking with friends. Details and free registration to become a Walking Champions school are available from our partner, Ever Active Schools, here
Go for a walk on World Walking Day (the first Saturday in October) and walk to school during International Walk to School Week (the second week in October). Register (free) with our partner SHAPE here
Join over 100,000 Albertans and enjoy a winter walk in the snow on the first Wednesday in February. The 2025 Winter Walk Day is scheduled for February 5th. Register (free) with our partner SHAPE here
