Volunteers are the most integral part of a Health Walk. From offering a friendly welcome at the start of the walk, to keeping participants safe, happy and refreshed throughout, volunteers make the hundreds of Health Walks taking place across Scotland fun, accessible and free!
Interested in becoming a volunteer? Read about the roles of volunteers then fill out the short form at the end of this page.
What can volunteering with Health Walks offer you?
- Physical health benefits – promote a healthy lifestyle and improve self-rated health
- Social benefits – improve companionship, tackle social isolation and improve connections and relationships in your personal life, workplace and community
- Mental wellbeing – improve your confidence, purpose and life satisfaction
- Personal development – develop new skills, gain knowledge and experience, develop attitudes and increase employability
Why are volunteers important to Health Walks?
Across Scotland, volunteers are leading and supporting over 850 regular Health Walks for Scottish Health Walk Network members. Volunteers support the health and wellbeing of people in their communities as well as improving their own physical, mental and social wellbeing.
How do I become a volunteer?
If you're interested in volunteering with your local Health Walk, fill out our short form. We'll connect you with a Scottish Health Walk Network member, who will be in touch about opportunities in your area. As Well as Volunteer Walk Leaders, there may be other volunteering opportunities in your area. If there isn’t a Health Walk local to you yet, we can support you to get started. Please note on the form if you would like to start a new Health Walk.