If you’ve been thinking about walking with support but aren’t quite sure what that looks like, this post is for you.
There’s a quiet power in walking alongside someone who listens, understands the landscape and makes space for whatever you bring to the day. That’s what a 1-2-1 coaching walk is about — not performance, not pressure, just movement, reflection and gentle encouragement at your own pace.
It starts before we even set foot on the path
Before your walk, I’ll check in with you by email or phone to understand where you’re starting from. You don’t need to prepare anything — it’s just a chance for you to say what’s brought you here, what you’re hoping for, or what you’re unsure about. Some people come with a clear focus, others just know they need to get outside and take a step forward.
Based on that, I’ll suggest a route that suits the level of challenge you’re comfortable with — whether that’s a short lower-level walk or a longer route with more time to breathe and reflect.
The walk itself is relaxed, private and unhurried
We’ll meet at the starting point, and from there, we walk together. Some of the walk might be quiet. Some of it might be full of conversation. That part’s up to you.
There’s no set script. I might offer prompts or reflections if that feels helpful, or simply hold the space while you take it all in. You can talk, pause, cry, laugh, share ideas or say nothing at all. Coaching doesn’t always happen in chairs — it often happens between one footstep and the next.
It’s not therapy, but it can be therapeutic
This is not a counselling session, and I’m not a therapist. But walking in nature, with someone beside you who’s focused on your experience, can create space for clarity, release and confidence.
For some, a coaching walk is about untangling thoughts. For others, it’s about feeling safe on the hill for the first time in years. And for many, it’s simply about moving forward — quite literally — without pressure or judgement.
We finish with a gentle check-in
At the end of the walk, we’ll take a few minutes to reflect on how it felt and what came up. Some people like to follow it up with another session, others let it sit for a while before deciding. There’s no expectation either way.
I’ll send a short follow-up note with anything you’ve asked to remember or reflect on — and you’re welcome to get back in touch if something else surfaces in the days after.
This is your time, your pace, your walk
There’s no performance, no expectation to “open up” or push beyond what feels right. Just a calm, grounded space for you to walk in your own time — with someone beside you who understands the terrain, and the tenderness of starting again.
If you’re curious or unsure, I’d be happy to chat before you commit. You don’t need to be sure — you just need to start.
Julie
If you’re curious about why pace matters so much, this post is a great place to start →
To understand the spirit behind Simply Strolling, you can read the welcome post here →
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