America's walking Club

The American Volkssport Association (AVA) is a non-competitive sports organization committed to Fun, Fitness and Friendship.

Crazy Horse Memorial 11th Annual Volksmarch - Sunday - October 1, 2023 in Black Hills, South Dakota. The largest Volksmarch in the United States.
Crazy Horse Memorial 11th Annual Volksmarch - Sunday - October 1, 2023 in Black Hills, South Dakota. The largest Volksmarch in the United States.

AVA Online Monthly Webinars – December 18, 2024 @ 7:00p.m. Central Time

The next AVA online seminar will be Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 7:00pm Central. To participate please pre-register click on the button below. If asked for a passcode, the passcode is AVA.


Special Guest Host: Susan Pinneke, North Central Region, AVA Board Member

Julian Estrada
Fleet Feet
Learn about the free benefits Fleet Feet offers and the importance on what to look for when trying to select the walking shoe that is best for your feet!

AVA’s Inaugural Fundraising Cruise
Presented by: Rob McDaniel, AVA Lifetime Member, New Vista Enterprises, LLC
Learn more about the AVA’s Inaugural Fundraising Cruise aboard the Norwegian Escape, sailing from New Orleans to the Western Caribbean from November 15–22, 2025.
This unique event includes pre-cruise walks and activities celebrating veterans, making it a meaningful and memorable experience.
Do not miss this chance to learn more about this inspiring journey and how you can be part of it!

Thank you to those Clubs that participated in OptOutside this year, on November 29th, 2024. Click on the button to view our OptOutside page and to see which Clubs participated with events in your area.

America’s Walking Club 2025 Convention April 29-May 2, 2025

A convention for all walking enthusiasts!

The Big Give 2024

 

Congratulations to all our very special Donors!

               

$96,109 Raised

$90,000 Goal

The AVA’s individual donor campaign ended October 31, 2024.

Walking For Fun, Fitness and Friendship.

Click on videos to learn more about us or click button below to go to our YouTube Channel.                      

Upcoming National Walking Events

2025 Biennial Convention

Join us April 29 – May 2, 2025 for the 24th Biennial Convention in Las Cruces, NM.

Crazy Horse Memorial

Join us June 7, 2025 for the 39th Annual Spring Volksmarch at the Crazy Horse Memorial.

24th Annual US FreedomWalk Festival

Come join us October 17 – 19, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia!

December 2024 TAW

The September 2024 issue of the TAW is here. Click the image to view the book. 

For those who would like to download or prefer the pdf version please click the button below. 

If you would you like to receive our complementary Walking Magazine please use the link below to sign up.

Pictures on the trail

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Touch a life!

Your contributions will help fund fitness programs that will help fight against obesity, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and depression among other health related issues – all while having fun!

Become a new walking member

Sign up to learn more on how you can become a part of the National Walking Movement by joining the largest walking organization in the United States!

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Exciting Partnership: America’s Walking Club Joins Forces with Grouper

Big news! America’s Walking Club is thrilled to partner with Grouper, offering those with an eligible health plan a chance to play without the hassle of membership fees. If you’re on a qualifying Medicare Advantage or Supplement plan, Grouper will cover your dues, sending a check directly to you! This partnership is all about keeping you active and engaged in our vibrant walking community at no cost. Ready to jump in? Simply check your eligibility on our website and get ready to enjoy all the benefits of our walking, courtesy of this fantastic collaboration. Join us now and make the most of this amazing offer!

We appreciate our community friends. Thank you for your support.