HIKEFit

Get fitter, feel healthier and be happier as you walk in natures wonderland

Details On The Next 16 Hikes

Introduction to HIKEFit

Welcome to our HIKEFit Program. We hike every day of the week. Our hikes range from Standard (easier), Moderate, to Advanced. Our hikes are between 2-3hours and occur all around Sydney,

 

We are now offering a Fitness for Hiking program to especially for those who are concerned about the 2 hour program .  More details Here 

Upcoming Hikes

HIKEFit_EXpress- Summit Sessions
with Hikecoach NICOLA

60mins Hike +Fitness Session

Each Wednesday 6:30am
Returning Sept 2nd

Middlecove

Balmoral Surprise
Balmoral

Tuesday 25th August 7:15 am
Starting Address: Top of Awaba Street, Balmoral
Moderate

Barrenjoey Lighthouse and More
Palm Beach

Saturday 29th August 7am
Starting Address: Parking Lot Palm Beach
Moderate

Yanko Trail
Killara

Sunday 30th August 7am
Starting Address: Corner of Terrace and Blaxland Road, Killara
Moderate

Tall Tree Dreaming
Lindfield

Monday 31st August 7am
Starting Address: 26 Slade Avenue Lindfield
Moderate

Berry Ball Bliss
Wollstonecraft

Tuesday 1st September 7.15am
Starting Address: End of Shirley Road, Wollstonecraft
Standard to Moderate

Hornsby Steps
Hornsby

Saturday 5th September 7am
Starting Address: Quarry Road, Hornsby
Moderate

Balmoral Surprise
Balmoral

Sunday 6th September 7.30am
Starting Address: End of Balmoral Oval, recommend parking Plunkett Road, Mosman
Standard to Moderate

Return to Fairyland
Lanecove

Monday 7th September 7am
Starting Address: 4 River Ave Chatswood West
Moderate

Middle Cove Mangroves
Middle Cove

Tuesday 8th September 7:15 am
Starting Address: 41 Rembrandt Dr, Middle Cove
Moderate

Cromer Wildflower
Cromer

Saturday 12th September 7am
Starting Address: 40 Cromer Rd Cromer
Moderate

Ormonde Steps
Roseville

Sunday 13th September 7.30 am
Starting Address: 32 Ormonde Road Roseville
Standard

Balmoral Surprise
Balmoral

Monday 14th September 7am
Starting Address: Balmoral Oval, recommend parking Plunkett Road, Mosman
Moderate

Heritage Views
RoseBay

Tuesday 15th September7:15 am
Starting Address: Rose Bay Wharf
Moderate

DAY HIKE-Waratah to Porters Pass Day HIke
Blue Mountain

Saturday 19th September 8 am
Starting Address: Bakehouse on Wentworth
Advanced

Berry Ball Bliss
Wollstonecraft

Sunday 20th September 7.30am
Starting Address: End of Shirley Road, Wollstonecraft
Standard

Chatswood Charms
Chatswood

Monday 21st September 7am
Starting Address: 77 Dalrymple Ave Chatswood
Standard

Hiking Gear

Listen to this video if you are looking at new hiking gear. I cover what to look for when considering a Backpack, Hiking Shoes/Boots, Poles, Hiking Clothes, Water Bladder, Gortex Jackets, plus other essentials you should carry with you .

If you are interested in preparing for an up and coming TREK or just love getting out in nature, join our HIKEFit Program. Join like-minded adventurers and get fit in the beauty of nature, by completing BUSH HIKES in our wonderful Sydney National Parks, an added benefit is you will improve your mental health at the same time.

I recommend anyone who enjoys being outdoors, who wants to maintain or increase their fitness levels should join our HIKEFit Program. Age is no barrier, infact the average age of the Hikers is 52. It is all about getting you Fit in Nature.

Each Hike is slightly different in terms of KM hiked, ascent or descent, gradients of the hills. Each designed to challenge you and your fitness, however, NOT in a bootcamp sort of way. We walk fast on the flat and at your own pace up hills.

If you are about to go on the Trek of a lifetime, are you physically and mentally prepared? Sonia has climbed and trekked many mountains throughout the world and has the experience to train you correctly for the challenge ahead. These hikes are a great way to begin your training journey.

HIKEFit Sessions are now operating every day. We allow 2-3 hours for each Hike. To find out more about each of our weekly hikes click here.

HIKEFit is all about getting you Fit in Nature. We walk fast on the flat and at your own pace up hills. This is a two + hour exercise program, which is far more enjoyable than hitting the treadmill at the gym.

All hike leaders are qualified fitness trainers, with wilderness or standard first aid certification, our aim is to help you get fit, be happy and healthy in nature.

It is essential you wear appropriate Walking Gear with stable shoes. Include in your backpack essentials like sunhat, sunblock, sunglasses, wet weather gear, torch, bug spray and bring plenty of water (1.5Litres) and a snack. I encourage members to have breakfast or lunch beforehand, so your body has enough fuel to handle the hike.

If you want to see if you are fit enough to join me on one of my HIKEFit programs, then come for a complimentary beginner’s hike. These are generally held in Willoughby, it should only take one-hour and you can pick-up a coffee at the local cafe afterwards. Following this I can give you an assessment of how you will go on our Hikes in Sydney’s National Parks.

We often put a LEVEL on our hikes .. what do levels mean?

All hikes are graded .. level 1-10 (or more !!)
1 being easy, 10 is hard .. sometimes we have level 15+ or super hard !

How we rate the hikes is based on several variants, including track undulation, hills, boulders and distance.

Level 1-5: Standard – 1 level of difficulty per hike
Level 6-8: Moderate – 2 levels of difficulty per hike
Level 9+ : Advanced – 3+ levels of difficulty per hike

Information regarding training and exercise on this site is of a general nature. You should always consult your physician or other healthcare provider before changing your diet or starting an exercise program. Please consult your physician before undertaking any exercise, and or training plans.

If you are pregnant, nursing, diabetic, on medication, have a medical condition, or are beginning a weight control program, consult your physician before starting to exercise/train or making any dietary changes.

If you want to see if you are fit enough to join me on one of my HIKEFit programs, then come for a complimentary beginners hike. These are generally held in Willoughby, it should only take one-hour max and you can pick up a coffee at the local cafe afterwards. Following this I can give you an assessment of how you will go on our Hikes in Sydney’s National Parks