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WHY WALK / RUN ?

Forward motion exertion (running/walking) is the activity which not only allowed our ancient ancestors to survive. In the process of becoming walk runners humans developed a massive system of physical and mental rewards which we can experience today as powerfully as our aerobic forebears. More than other activities, walking/running: bestows a feeling of satisfaction, accomplishment and a reality based attitude boost increases metabolism, and improves overall vitality level burns fat better than any easily accessible activity improves mental focus and problem solving helps to activate the creative right brain brings the body and mind together is the most convenient aerobic exertion exercise and the least expensive.

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Over the past 3-4 years, 3-DNETŪ had many an enthusiastic member walker ask, "How can I get involved? How can I share with others what I've learned myself -- that regular walking works wonders! And how can I make walking my work?"

Normally, we advised those people to start local clubs, to join fund-raising walks or to encourage their families and friends to start walking. Some became walking leaders at work, motivating others by their own energy and example. Until recently, we had no idea what to tell members who wanted to make walking their livelihoods -- short of offering them my job! But then recently we decided to introduce :

PARTICIPACTION
FITNESS WALKING WITH 3-DNETŪ

a service for CLUB and VIP members where members go not only to learn an effective way to walk and to teach proper walking technique to others, but also to combine this with NETWORKING, as well..

3-DNETŪ, in association with the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV) the largest walking organization in the world, will assist members to set-up a walking/running "network" club in their own neighbourhood. Each club shall abide by the IVV requirements for forming an IVV/3-DNETŪ designated Club. These are :

  • The club must operate as a not-for-profit organization.

  • The club should strongly consider incorporating in own state/ province/country, contact 3-DNETŪ for these requirements. In most areas, this is a very simple, easy, and inexpensive process which anyone can do without professional legal help. Incorporation insulates the club officers from personal liability or club activities..

  • The club must have at least four officers (VIP Exec.members)

  • The club should opening a club bank account.

  • Contact your IVV Area president or Regional Director to submit the Club Application for Membership. They will consult with your further before approving your application.

  • Charter fee: $50. (shall be paid by 3-DNETŪ)

  • Yearly dues: $50 per club, prorated by quarter for new clubs. (shall be paid by 3-DNETŪ)

  • Sanction fees and after-action fees for events (see the Handbook for schedule)

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The 3-DNETŪ - PARTICIPACTION FITNESS WALKING promotes health, fun, NETWORKING and fellowship through non-competitive walking and other sporting events for CLUB and VIP members. Clubs host weekend events, the members selecting interesting trails and walking routes for 3-DNET members to enjoy. Members shall incorporate the philosophy of active living and the promotion of physical activity as valuable tools to help a positive outlook on life and to raise self esteem. ( Starting an AVA Walking Club http://www.ava.org/newclub.htm)

Advantages of forming an IVV/3-DNETŪ club::

  • Only IVV clubs may host sanctioned volkssport events around the world.

  • A sanctioned event has event liability insurance, which can be difficult or expensive to get otherwise.

  • Club events are listed in The American Wanderer and on the IVV/3-DNETŪ/AVA websites and 1-800-830-WALK at no charge.

  • IVV/3-DNETŪ event rules and guidelines are good basics to hosting any walking event. (See the Handbook)

  • While you may form a non-3-DNETŪ club and "just walk together," being part of a larger organization lends your club some status and stability.

  • Club members will enjoy walking OTHER CLUB's IVV/3-DNETŪ sanctioned events, and sanctioned volkssport events around the world.

  • 3-DNETŪ clubs and IVV clubs around the world share the IVV Individual Achievement Award system, so your 3-DNETŪ members and walkers can chart their walks and earn awards for walks and distance, both at your events and at events around the world.

  • 3-DNETŪ clubs vote for IVV officers and Regional Directors and officers

  • An 3-DNETŪ club can ask for and expect advice and assistance from other clubs, the stater organization, and the Regional Director.

  • The 3-DNETŪ/IVV club receives:

    1. "The American Wanderer"
    2. AVA/IVV Checkpoint (news for clubs)
    3. 20% discount on AVA/IVV Specialties

Not yet a 3-DNETŪ member? You will find the application form following :

  • Press on Registration button ( left hand)
  • Press on Instructions ( bottom of page)

Already Member and interested to join ? Please send us an email message to : participaction@3dnet.org giving details such as:Full Name, Postal address, telephone/fax, age and your 3-DNET ID. We shall then "match" data with members in your locality ( approx. 25 miles radius) and get back to you.


3-DNETŪ is a secure and effective way to make new contacts
-- both business and social!


Networking is a requirement for Business and Individual alike.
The ONLY security these days is how wide your network is and how shrewdly you market yourself.
3-DNETŪ can assist you!

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