08/09/2026
As summer winds down and the fall season approaches, there's no better time to learn to run and do something that's just for you while building fitness, confidence, and lasting friendships.
Join the fun and supportive 8-week outdoor North Jersey Masters Beginner Running Program designed for true beginners and comeback runners. Take that first step toward making your dream of becoming a runner a reality. You don't need experience. You don't need to be fast. You just need to SIGN UP, SHOW UP, AND START MOVING! With flexible weekday and weekend training options, you can fit running into your lifeโbecause summer vacations, back-to-school, and busy schedules shouldn't stand in the way of personal goals. Wednesday group sessions at the Ridgewood Duck Pond begin August 19th, and the Saturday sessions kick off August 22nd at the Glen Rock Duck Pond. Participants may choose to join in person or remotely.
Register at https://runsignup.com/NJM5KBeginnerRunProgram.
Train at your own pace with experienced coaching, enthusiastic volunteer mentors, and an incredibly welcoming community that's cheering for you every step of the way. Every workout brings you one step closer to an unforgettable achievement: crossing the finish line of your first 5K.
WHAT YOU GET
โ๏ธ Easy-to-follow weekly training plan with unlimited support from a certified running coach
โ๏ธ Friendly volunteer mentors for every pace
โ๏ธ Performance training shirt
โ๏ธ FREE race entry
โ๏ธ Educational sessions with expert guest speakers
โ๏ธ 1-year membership to North Jersey Masters Running Club
This fall, don't just watch the season changeโlet it be the season that changes you.
North Jersey Masters is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Founded in 1976, the clubโs mission is to build community through a shared passion for running. The club supports runners of every age and fitness level while donating to charitable organizations, including Special Olympics New Jersey.
Call 201-540-9701 or email [email protected] with any questions.
The North Jersey Masters 5K Beginner Running Program is on Wednesday August 19, 2026 to Saturday October 17, 2026. It includes the following events: North Jersey Masters Beginner Running Program (Wednesday 9:30 session , Ridgewood Wild Duck Pond, 1133 East Ridgewood Avenue, RIdgewood, NJ) and North....