North Jersey Masters 5K Beginner Running Program

  • Date Wed 26th March 2025 - Sat 24th May 2025
  • Time 9:30AM EST
  • Location Multiple Locations, New Jersey
  • Price $128.20
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the North Jersey Masters 5K Beginner Running Program, kicking off on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, and continuing through Saturday, May 24, 2025, in beautiful Saddle River, Bergen. This exhilarating 8-week program is designed specifically for beginners and those returning to running, offering a supportive and fun environment to help you achieve your fitness goals. No prior running experience is necessaryโ€”just bring your enthusiasm and commitment!

Under the guidance of a certified USATF Level II/RRCA running coach, participants will engage in weekly coached workouts and mid-week assignments that will prepare them for the graduation race, the Ridgewood Run on May 26th. Throughout the program, enjoy motivational support from experienced runners, special presentations on nutrition and injury prevention, and personalized coaching. Plus, don't miss the chance to get properly fitted for running shoes at our "Fit Night" event! Join us to discover the joy of running, and experience the incredible sense of accomplishment as you cross the finish line with your fellow runners. Sign up early to secure your spot and avoid price increasesโ€”let's make running a lasting part of your lifestyle!

Organiser's Description

THE NORTH JERSEY MASTERS BEGINNER RUNNING PROGRAM is a fun, supportive, 8-week learn to run program geared towards beginners new to running and to those returning to running after a break. NO PRIOR RUNNING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED! All we ask is that you bring heaps of enthusiasm to each weekly coached workout and complete mid week running assignments that will improve your fitness and prepare you to complete a 5K running event. We want you to experience the joy of running and to make it a permanent lifestyle!

A professional USATF LEVEL II/RRCA certified running coach will guide you throughout your journey, providing motivation, tips and "homework" in the form of a training schedule to enable you to progress at your own pace and be successful in crossing the finish line.

Former program graduates and club member volunteers will join the group on training runs to offer encouragement and share their experiences. Benefit from our special speaker presentations where you will receive practical advice from experts in nutrition, physiology, injury prevention and gait analysis. The coach will further provide regular and frequent e-mail communications and respond to any individual questions and concerns along the way.

REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID PRICE INCREASES.

OUR GRADUATION RACE IS THE RIDGEWOOD RUN ON MAY 26TH. Make yourself proud on race day as you put your new skills to the road and achieve your 5K goals. You can be assured that the sense of accomplishment you will feel upon completing your first race along with your NJM teammates and other runners will be an exhilarating and unforgettable experience!

_NOTE: __ NO NEED TO BUY NEW RUNNING SHOES PRIOR TO STARTING!!!! __OUR__ __GROUP WILL HOST A "FIT NIGHT" EVENT WHERE YOU CAN BE PROPERLY FITTED, RECEIVE A DISCOUNT ON FOOTWEAR AND HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE IN A RAFFLE. DETAILS TO BE ADVISED BEFORE CLASS BEGINS._

_*** IF CLASS SIZE MINIMUMS ARE NOT MET YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED. _

Races

  • North Jersey Masters Beginner Running Program (Wednesday 9:30 Session , Ridgewood Wild Duck Pond, 1133 East Ridgewood Avenue, RIdgewood, NJ)

    Incl. $8.20 Fee & Performance Fabric Tee-Shirt for Each Participant

    Wed 26th March 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $128.20

    If you are new to running, a casual runner looking to advance to the next level, or returning to running after a break, this fun and progressive 8-week beginner running program sponsored by North Jersey Masters running club has been designed to make sure that your first step is the right step towards discovering the joy and fitness benefits of running and completing a 5K race. Your commitment to achieving your goal along with our training techniques, support and expert speakers will ready you to cross the finish line. Make yourself proud and take a step forward by signing up!
  • North Jersey Masters Beginner Running Program (Saturday 8:00 Am Session , Glen Rock Duck Pond, Prospect St. And Alan Avenue, Glen Rock, NJ)

    Incl. $8.20 Fee & Performance Fabric Tee-Shirt for Each Participant

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $128.20

    If you are new to running, a casual runner looking to advance to the next level, or returning to running after a break, this fun and progressive 8-week beginner running program sponsored by North Jersey Masters running club has been designed to make sure that your first step is the right step towards discovering the joy and fitness benefits of running and completing a 5K race. Your commitment to achieving your goal along with our training techniques, support and expert speakers will ready you to cross the finish line. Make yourself proud and take a step forward by signing up!
  • North Jersey Masters Beginner Running Program (Saturday 9:00am Session , Glen Rock Duck Pond, Prospect St. And Alan Avenue, Glen Rock, NJ)

    Incl. $8.20 Fee & Performance Fabric Tee-Shirt for Each Participant

    Sat 29th March 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $128.20

    If you are new to running, a casual runner looking to advance to the next level, or returning to running after a break, this fun and progressive 8-week beginner running program sponsored by North Jersey Masters running club has been designed to make sure that your first step is the right step towards discovering the joy and fitness benefits of running and completing a 5K race. Your commitment to achieving your goal along with our training techniques, support and expert speakers will ready you to cross the finish line. Make yourself proud and take a step forward by signing up!

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BERGEN COUNTY, Multiple Locations, 07450, NJ, United States

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