UCAN5K with Jersey Women Strong - Fall 2026
- Date Sun 30th August 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Ridgewood, New Jersey
- Price $75.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the UCAN5K with Jersey Women Strong event, taking place in Ridgewood, Bergen, from August 30 to October 31, 2026! This vibrant 8-week in-person training program is designed specifically for women and aims to prepare participants to confidently run a 5K (3.1 miles). Whether you're a beginner or returning to running, this program offers a supportive and motivating environment to help you cross the finish line at the To Infinity and Beyond 5K on October 31.
Each Sunday morning at 8:00 AM, from August 30 through October 25, you'll meet for engaging training sessions that include professional coaching, a team tech shirt, and access to a wealth of wellness information. With a registration fee of just $75, you'll receive unlimited support from Coach Dana and the encouragement of northern NJ's largest all-women's running group. Don't miss out on this chance to get fit, connect with others, and change your life—sign up today and take the first step towards achieving your running goals!
Each Sunday morning at 8:00 AM, from August 30 through October 25, you'll meet for engaging training sessions that include professional coaching, a team tech shirt, and access to a wealth of wellness information. With a registration fee of just $75, you'll receive unlimited support from Coach Dana and the encouragement of northern NJ's largest all-women's running group. Don't miss out on this chance to get fit, connect with others, and change your life—sign up today and take the first step towards achieving your running goals!
Organiser's Description
Join us for an 8-week in-person, all-women's training program that will prepare you to run a 5K (3.1 miles)!!! Our goal will be for you to cross the finish line at the To Infinity and Beyond 5K on Saturday, October 31, 2026 (RACE ENTRY FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN UCAN5K REGISTRATION FEES).
Designed with the beginner runner in mind, this gradual, walk-to-run program is perfect for first-time runners or those who are coming back to the sport after a layoff.
"Absolutely loved this program! It was so motivating to see everyone's progress and kept me on track much better than if I were following another program or app on my own!" --past UCAN5K participant
"This has been such a helpful program for me, first when I wanted to start running and then this year when I needed help getting back into a running routine. And as a lone runner for so long, I had no idea how fun it is to run with others until this year's program!" --past UCAN5K participant
"I'm so grateful! I don't think I would have been able to do this without support! I am so pleased with the program. Looking to continue my running!" --past UCAN5K participant
Weekly meet-ups (Sunday mornings) will take place at 8:00 AM, in person, on the following Sundays:
8/30, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 AND 10/25
**NOTE, WE WILL ALWAYS DO OUR BEST TO MAINTAIN THE PUBLISHED SCHEDULE, BUT THERE MAY BE CHANGES AT THE DISCRETION OF COACH DANA.
The training program costs $75 and includes 8 weeks of professional group run coaching, a team tech shirt, a discounted JWS membership code should you choose to continue after the program ends, unlimited support from Coach Dana, and top-notch motivation and accountability from northern NJ's largest all-women's running, walking, and multi-sport group.
100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE! Stick with us for 8 weeks and follow the program and if youre not happy well give you back every penny. What do we need from you? We need you to take the first step with us!
In addition to in-person sessions, workout schedules will be emailed weekly and are designed for individuals with limited to no running experience. Daily support will include wellness-related information, nutrition tips, and motivational posts, along with unlimited question/answer opportunities.
The program is led and moderated by JWS Founder and RRCA Certified Head Coach Dana Anello. You can learn more about Coach Dana HERE [http://www.jerseywomenstrong.com/about/].
_QUESTIONS?_ Please contact Coach Dana at dana@jerseywomenstrong.com [https://runsignup.com/Workouts%20will%20be%20posted%20weekly%20and%20are%20designed%20for%20individuals%20with%20limited%20to%20no%20running%20experience.%20In%20addition,%20daily%20Facebook%20support%20will%20include%20wellness-related%20information,%20nutrition%20tips%20and%20motivational%20posts,%20along%20with%20unlimited%20question/answer%20opportunities.]
Take this journey with us. UCAN5K WITH JERSEY WOMEN STRONG!
_GET FIT. GIVE BACK. CHANGE LIVES._
Designed with the beginner runner in mind, this gradual, walk-to-run program is perfect for first-time runners or those who are coming back to the sport after a layoff.
"Absolutely loved this program! It was so motivating to see everyone's progress and kept me on track much better than if I were following another program or app on my own!" --past UCAN5K participant
"This has been such a helpful program for me, first when I wanted to start running and then this year when I needed help getting back into a running routine. And as a lone runner for so long, I had no idea how fun it is to run with others until this year's program!" --past UCAN5K participant
"I'm so grateful! I don't think I would have been able to do this without support! I am so pleased with the program. Looking to continue my running!" --past UCAN5K participant
Weekly meet-ups (Sunday mornings) will take place at 8:00 AM, in person, on the following Sundays:
8/30, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 AND 10/25
**NOTE, WE WILL ALWAYS DO OUR BEST TO MAINTAIN THE PUBLISHED SCHEDULE, BUT THERE MAY BE CHANGES AT THE DISCRETION OF COACH DANA.
The training program costs $75 and includes 8 weeks of professional group run coaching, a team tech shirt, a discounted JWS membership code should you choose to continue after the program ends, unlimited support from Coach Dana, and top-notch motivation and accountability from northern NJ's largest all-women's running, walking, and multi-sport group.
100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE! Stick with us for 8 weeks and follow the program and if youre not happy well give you back every penny. What do we need from you? We need you to take the first step with us!
In addition to in-person sessions, workout schedules will be emailed weekly and are designed for individuals with limited to no running experience. Daily support will include wellness-related information, nutrition tips, and motivational posts, along with unlimited question/answer opportunities.
The program is led and moderated by JWS Founder and RRCA Certified Head Coach Dana Anello. You can learn more about Coach Dana HERE [http://www.jerseywomenstrong.com/about/].
_QUESTIONS?_ Please contact Coach Dana at dana@jerseywomenstrong.com [https://runsignup.com/Workouts%20will%20be%20posted%20weekly%20and%20are%20designed%20for%20individuals%20with%20limited%20to%20no%20running%20experience.%20In%20addition,%20daily%20Facebook%20support%20will%20include%20wellness-related%20information,%20nutrition%20tips%20and%20motivational%20posts,%20along%20with%20unlimited%20question/answer%20opportunities.]
Take this journey with us. UCAN5K WITH JERSEY WOMEN STRONG!
_GET FIT. GIVE BACK. CHANGE LIVES._
Races
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UCAN5K Training Program
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$75.00
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