INWA NORDIC WALKING COMPETITION RULES 2025
This document outlines the official rules for INWA-sanctioned Nordic Walking competitions, covering essential topics such as the definition of Nordic Walking, competition formats, technique requirements, age categories, allowed equipment, safety protocols, disqualification procedures, and the World Cup point system. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or organiser, it's important to be familiar with these standards to ensure fair and safe competition.
You can download the full Competition Rules as a PDF by clicking the link below.
OUR FAIR PLAY VALUES
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At INWA competitions, how you compete matters as much as where you finish.
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We believe in fair play, respect, and personal integrity — following the rules even when no one is watching, and treating fellow athletes, officials and volunteers with respect.
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Every competitor should be able to stand on the podium — or walk away from the course — knowing they earned their result honestly, through skill, effort and sportsmanship.
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These values protect not only the fairness of each race, but the reputation and future of Nordic Walking as a sport we can all be proud of.
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Compete fairly. Respect others. Earn your result.