Fitness Activities for the Week of August 26, 2024

Posted Sun, Aug 25, 2024, By Staff Writer

Feel like you are becoming a couch potato? Then get off the sofa, and check out these upcoming fitness activities happening in Northern New Jersey.

1. Greenville Run @6am @Danforth Ave LR Station

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM
	Danforth Avenue Light Rail Station, Jersey City, NJ, 07305 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

We will met at Danforth Ave Light Rail Station at 6am. Then run to Gregg Park towards Bayonne.
Important: Please follow CDC guideline.
Light rail Schedule
https://njtranshit.com/schedule/4/hudson-bergen-light-rail?date=2022-02-07

2. Monday Evening, OUTDOOR GRASS, 615pm Fair Lawn Rec Center

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 6:15 PM to 8:30 PM
	Fair Lawn Rec Center, 19-11 Kipp St,, Fair Lawn, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Fair Lawn FC Soccer Meetup

Welcome back players!
Please BE ON TIME. let's start early and finish early. 615pm to show up and 630pm we are starting. 2 players can build each goal and 2-3 to set up cones.
Please bring turf shoes, the stepping injuries and shin kicking are getting out of hand.

3. Easy Soccer - Monday Night Game

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
	Veterans Field Park, 1057-1165 River Rd, Edgewater, NJ, 07020 [View map]
	Organized by Easy Soccer Fort Lee

Easy relaxed game for players of all skill levels.
***NO CLEATS*** ... Bring a black **and** a white shirt ...
Please be **on time** .. we start within 5-10 mins of posted time.

4. Gossip Pace Run - Mondays @ 6:30pm

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
	Milk Sugar Love Creamery & Bakeshop, 19 McWilliams Pl, Jersey City, NJ, 07302 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

This run is designed specifically for runners who are at paces 10min/mile and up. Run/walkers are also encouraged to join. We do a gently-paced one mile loop, usually two or three times. If you are nervous about attending a group run, this event is a great place to start!

5. Hills Lite Monday 630PM Run

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
	Healy's Tavern, 374 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Join us for a Monday night Hills run. We will meet at Healy's Tavern at 630PM. The route will be a 5-6 miles run, hitting between 280ft - 350ft elevation through some hills in Jersey City Heights .(https://www.strava.com/routes/3017817320359807560). It is suggested that wearing reflective clothing/ a headlamp if you have one is good practice as it gets pretty dark by 630PM.

6. Padel Tennis Meetup: Learn, Play, Connect!

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
	AND PADEL, 17 Van Vooren Dr, Oakland, NJ, 07436 [View map]
	Organized by Padel Tennis Lovers

Calling all Padel Lovers! Join us for an exciting meetup where we will gather to learn, play, and connect through our shared passion for this exhilarating racket sport. Whether you are a seasoned player or a beginner looking to start, this event is open to all levels of experience. Our knowledgeable instructors will be on hand to provide tips and guidance to help you improve your game.

7. COED open play in Fair Lawn @ Jewish Center 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation B'nai Israel, 10-10 Norma Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

To play in this game you MUST sign up in the GoodRec App here: https://goodrec.onelink.me/59V5/meetup6
We organize games every day across the city! Advanced, intermediate and social level. Choose any game you want from Monday - Sunday.

8. CO-ED open play in Jersey City @ Our Lady Mount Carmel 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Mon, Aug 26, 2024, 9:30 PM to 11:30 PM
	Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 99 Broadway, Jersey City, NJ, 07306 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

9. Tuesday Morning LSP Run with Tempo options - Meet 630AM at LIFE Pancake House

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM
	Brownstone Diner, 426 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07302 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Mileage, route and pace are all flexible with 4/5/6 miles options or run a Tempo. For Tempo:
* 7:40-7:45 per mile pace
* 5 mile loop (may increase as marathon season goes on)
* Branch off as we the enter the park.
* NO water stop at Nature Center

10. WALK TO WATSESSING PARK FROM THE BLOOMFIELD FARMER'S MARKET

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 4:45 PM to 6:15 PM
	Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad St, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003 [View map]
	Organized by Let's Walk!!

Meet at the Bloomfield Township's Farmer's Market on the sidewalk in front of the Bloomfield Public Library. (90 Broad Street, Bloomfield NJ 07003). There is **FREE** meter parking during Farmer's market hours. 3:30-6:30 PM. We will walk to Watsessing Park and back to the market where you have an opportunity to purchase some fresh veggies! We will have occasional guest speakers walk with us.

11. Speedwork at Lincoln Park Track, Jersey City

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
	Lincoln Park Track, Lincoln Park, Jersey City, NJ, 07304 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Come and explore the west side of Jersey City. Rob will lead us in speedwork/intervals at the Blue Track of Lincoln Park. Whether you run for fun or are training for a race PR, come and join us and work on your goals! Sessions usually start with 30 minutes of warm-up (very important) so try to arrive on time to not miss this part! Runners of all levels are welcome! Hope to see you there!!

12. Plank Pizza Beer Parlor Run (41 Beers on Tap)

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
	The Plank Pizza Co. Beer Palor, 383 Market Street, Saddle Brook, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Bergen Beer Runner

***Did you say 41 Beers on Tap and Pizza?!***
Get ready to start the run at Plank Pizza Co. and Beer Parlor. We will be running alongside the Saddle River Pathway for a 3 mile round trip run. Just like all our runs, we will be playing music and will continue with the Official BBR Playlist. Please RSVP so we can give Plank a heads up!

13. COED open play in Fair Lawn @ Jewish Center 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation B'nai Israel, 10-10 Norma Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

14. Tuesday 7 PM Heights Run

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
	171 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07307 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Meet at 7:00PM, X-road of Reservoir Ave and Central Ave. Near the Pershing Field Children's play area. It is a Leisure run, no runners shall be left behind. General pace is 9-10:30min pace per mile. Mileage, route, and pace are all flexible, but our usual route is 5.25 miles. It is suggested that wearing reflective clothing/ a headlamp if you have one is good practice.

15. CO-ED open play in Mahwah @ STACK 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Tue, Aug 27, 2024, 9:30 PM to 11:00 PM
	STACK Basketball NJ/NY, 101 Corporate Dr, Mahwah, NJ, 07430 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

16. Sam AM cafe run

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
	sam a.m., 112 Morris St, Jersey City, NJ, 07302 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Please join Sam from sam a.m. cafe on his weekly 4-mile run into LSP starting and ending at his cafe. He is offering runners water and a free hot coffee at the finish, with other items available for purchase (http://sam-am.com). This is one of our faster runs (7-9 min pace with occasional outliers).

17. Key Food Leisure Loop (2.15-4.30mi) | WED 7AM @ KEY FOOD

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM
	Key Food Fresh & Natural, 574 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07302 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Meet at 7:00AM at KEY FOOD to run a semi-shady a 2.15 mile loop (or two for double the distance!).
**Very flexible and pace-friendly run; we prioritize people running 11-12+ min/mile paces. THIS IS NOT A SPEEDY RUN.** Running late? Join at Key Food around 7.25/7.30am for the second loop!
**Route:** https://us.mapometer.com/running/route_5461532

18. Peanut Leap Cascade and Giant Stairs

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
	Lookout Inn State Line Lookout Alpine, NJ, state line lookout, alpine, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Adirondack Mountain Club - NJR Chapter

A beautiful hike in the Palisades Interstate Park, we will hike old Rt 9W to the Long Path down to the stunning Peanut Leap Cascade waterfall. We will then travel along the shore Trail of the Hudson until we hit the giant steps rock scramble. Mid-way on this scramble there is a nice spot to stop to have lunch. Afterwards we will climb back up to the top of the palisades cliffs to see the Women's Federation Monument.

19. Pyramid or Turkey Mountain Hike - 2pm Start

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
	Pyramid Mountain Visitors Center, Boonton Avenue, Montville, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Come Join Us!

We will pick one mountain and have a fun hike. Roughly 5-6 miles. 800 elevation. Afterwards Sharkeys to eat. Everyone welcome.

20. Race Practice

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 6:15 PM to 8:15 PM
	Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse, Frank Sinatra Dr, Hoboken, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse

WE WILL RUN THE RACE COURSE
***Workout / Race Practice***
This is a workout/Race practice for 2024 Hudson River Cup. We will run the rVs course.
**Be on time.** Get ready quickly. We will be on the water by 6:30 pm.

21. COED open play in Fair Lawn @ Jewish Center 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation B'nai Israel, 10-10 Norma Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

22. Chan tennis meetup

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Lincoln Park Tennis Center, 285 Lincoln Pk, Jersey City, NJ, 07304 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Competitive Tennis Meetup Group

This tennis meetup is for those intermediate and up but if your a beginner just contact me first before you RSVP.this is a casual tennis meetup not meant to be taking seriously just for fun and to connect with others

23. Thrilling Whole foods run (4mi) | WED 7PM @ Whole foods jersey city

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Whole foods, 135 Greene St, Jersey City, NJ, 07311 [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Meet at 7:00PM at whole foods for a thrilling evening run! Run and get your groceries done !
**4.5 mile loop that starts and ends at the southwest corner of Whole Foods. Very friendly pace run; we accommodate people running 10, 11, 12+ min/mile paces. Not a speedy run. **

24. GROUP LESSON & OPEN PLAY on WEDNESDAY NITE @ WRC

	Wed, Aug 28, 2024, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
	Wayne Racquet Club, 170 Colfax Rd, Wayne, NJ, 07470 [View map]
	Organized by The Wayne Tennis Meetup Group

For ADVANCED BEGINNERS thru INTERMEDIATES
(Beginners should attend our "Tennis for Newbies" sessions prior to signing up for this event.)
1st HOUR - GROUP LESSON by our USPTA Professional
2nd++ HOUR - OPEN PLAY among participants

25. Thursday Early Run! (Thursdays @ LSP @ 6 AM)

	Thu, Aug 29, 2024, 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM
	Liberty State Park, New St, Jersey City, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Jersey City Runners

Join us for an early run around LSP! Meet at 6 am outside of Life Diner. Standard routes are 3-6 miles. Can't wait to see you!

26. Everyone Can Do Yoga - Mindful Movement Yoga Classes

	Thu, Aug 29, 2024, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
	Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Ave, Large Program Room, Ground Floor, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map]
	Free Event

Kripalu yoga teacher Jane Porges leads mindful yoga classes. All levels are welcome, including those who have not practiced yoga before. These 90-minute longclasses will cover the basics including breath, alignment, balance and yoga postures. Dress comfortably. Bring a mat or towel, a yoga tie or an extra sock.

27. COED open play in Fair Lawn @ Jewish Center 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Thu, Aug 29, 2024, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation B'nai Israel, 10-10 Norma Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

28. CO-ED open play in Mahwah @ STACK 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Thu, Aug 29, 2024, 9:30 PM to 11:00 PM
	STACK Basketball NJ/NY, 101 Corporate Dr, Mahwah, NJ, 07430 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

29. LGBTQ+ Indoor Rock Climbing Night at Montclair Gravity Vault [Bouldering]

	Fri, Aug 30, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
	The Gravity Vault - Montclair, NJ, 8 Seymour St, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map]
	Organized by Out & Active, LGBT Meetup North Jersey

Join us at Gravity Vault's LGBTQ climbing night! (last Friday of the Month) This a great place to start bouldering for those who are new and great sets for experienced folks too.
Note: _bouldering does not include ropes or harnesses_

30. Friday Tennis Party at Tiger Tennis

	Fri, Aug 30, 2024, 8:00 PM to Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 12:00 PM
	Tiger Tennis, 42 Fairfield Place, West Caldwell, NJ, 07006 [View map]
	Organized by Tennis Buffs Meetup Group

What better way to spend an evening than to be with people with common interests, playing tennis and meeting old and new friends. It's a melting pot of wonderful cultures. You will play friendly and yet competitive matches. Off the courts, you will meet people and be engaged in conversations in a relaxed and congenial atmosphere.

31. Hoboken Critical Mass

	Fri, Aug 30, 2024, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Dr, Hoboken, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Hoboken Cycling Club

Lights on and ready to go! Introduce yourself and let’s ride! Get your tires pumped. Brakes tightened and most importantly..... Get your lights bright! Have you ever heard of a Critical Mass ride? Originating in San Francisco in 1992 and in cities around the world. From 20 riders in small cities to 80,000 riders in Budapest! I’d love to see the turnout.

32. CO-ED open play in Mahwah @ STACK 🏐 Check Description ⬇️

	Fri, Aug 30, 2024, 9:30 PM to 11:00 PM
	STACK Basketball NJ/NY, 101 Corporate Dr, Mahwah, NJ, 07430 [View map]
	Organized by GoodRec Open Play Volleyball in NJ Everyday

33. Serene Saturday's Yoga Sessions in New Jersey

	Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
	1200 Koelle Blvd, 1200 Koelle Boulevard, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map]
	Free Event
	Organized by Sadhu Vaswani Center For World Peace

Rejuvenate, Relax and Refresh yourself with a Yoga and Meditation class every saturday guided by Cindy Fox in New Jersey. This is a practise that will allow you to feel expasion in you body, mind and spirit with all the worldy chores and tensions dissolved when you are on the mat. Develop nurturing relationship with yourself and foster a beautiful new connection your community.

34. Mostly Unblazed Trails

	Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
	Bramhall Terrace, Crest Drive, Maplewood, NJ [View map]
	Organized by South Mountain Conservancy Activities Meetup Group

A circuitous six-mile, moderately-paced hike that will go on several woods roads and unmarked trails on the east side of the Rahway. Some spots on the trails are challenging. Bring water and a snack.

35. TENNIS FOR NEWBIES @ WRC

	Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
	Wayne Racquet Club, 170 Colfax Rd, Wayne, NJ, 07470 [View map]
	Organized by The Wayne Tennis Meetup Group

ADULT BEGINNERS ONLY
Get in the game and jump-start the learning process with our special clinics for BEGINNERS. Learn the BASICS so you can play with your friends (and make new friends). These Group Lessons (max 4 players) are for adult players who want to learn fundamentals and basic strategy.

36. Neurodiverse and Neurotypical Walk! Paramus NJ Ages 18-40

	Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM
	Saddle River County Park: Dunkerhook Area, 242-258 Dunkerhook Road, From Dunkerhook Rd Make the 1st Right into Park to Area D, Paramus, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Neurodivergent & Neurotypical Events - 20s, 30s, and 40s

Let’s spend time outdoors and exercise! Join us for a moderately paced walk on a paved walkway at Saddle River County Park in Paramus, New Jersey, and make connections along the way! The walk will last for one hour and 15 minutes. Bring water if you would like to stay hydrated. The event is weather permitting.

37. Sunday Essex Soccer 7am

	Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
	Panther Park, 99 W Bradford ave, Cedar Grove, NJ, 07009 [View map]
	Organized by Essex FC

This is a friendly soccer pick up group. A maximum of 11 vs 11 players on the field. No slide tackles No foul language. Goalie calls offsides. Respect a players foul call. No yelling at other players.

38. Great Cycle Challenge Kick Off Gran Fondo

	Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
	Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Dr, Hoboken, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Hoboken Cycling Club

This ride will be perfect for riders in Hoboken, Jersey City, Union City and of course all nearby cities!
70 Miles - 2 Bridges - Leaving and returning to Hoboken New Jersey!
Andrew Cuomo (Tappan Zee) & George Washington Bridges!
Please be able to ride 70 miles at a reasonable pace. You must be prepared. From your emergency kit (tube minimum.) to your legs.

39. Hike Butler Reservoir

	Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
	Pyramid Mountain Visitors Center, 472 Boonton Ave, Montville, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Interstate Hiking Club

Will start at Pyramid Mtn. Hike over to and around Butler Reservoir, then return to Pyramid Mtn visitors center. Hike is 8.5 miles. Very pretty views of the reservoir but some road walking.

40. Sunday Morning Soccer Sofive Group

	Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 10:20 AM to 12:30 PM
	Sofive Meadowlands, 2 Palmer Terrace, Carlstadt, NJ, 07072 [View map]
	Organized by The Soccer Group

4 teams - 5v5
Soccer Sundays at SoFive.

41. Outdoor Sunday BBQ Tennis Party at Packanack Lake Tennis Club

	Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Packanack Lake Tennis Club, Clay Courts, 9 Osborne Terrace, Wayne, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Tennis Buffs Meetup Group

Spend an afternoon with old and new friends playing tennis and having BBQ at Packanack Lake! Our outdoor parties are a popular summer activity. For those who haven't been to the Lake, it's like being at a resort or in your own backyard with a nice deck, overlooking clay courts. When you are there, you will not think about anything else except fun and relaxation. All levels are welcome.

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