Where North Jersey Runs Together
North Jersey is home to an incredible running community, and one of the best parts of being here is how many different ways there are to get involved.
Whether you're looking for a casual social run, structured workouts, training support, or a community-centered crew, there’s no shortage of great clubs and groups to run with in and around Montclair.
We’re proud to support and collaborate with many of the local clubs that help make this community so special. If you're looking for a place to get connected, you can always join us for our weekly Thursday Night Group Run & Walk at Fleet Feet Montclair.
Backyard Run Club
We’re a north Jersey based run club that focuses on strength training, endurance, and self growth. Some of what we do: run long and short distance, sprints, gym workouts, hyrox training. We are a floating run club with no definite home base but we are local to the North Jersey area and run often at saddle Brook park.
Meet Up Location: Saturday's @9AM in Saddlebrook Park
Run Type: Social group run | Track workout | Road workout / tempo | Long run | Trail run | Training program | Race prep |
Pace Groups: 11+ min mile | 9-11 min mile | Sub-9 min mile | All paces welcome |
Reach out to the run club's IG page: @backyard_runclub
Black Girl Walking Club, Inc.
Black Girl Walking Club (BGWC) is a wellness-centered community created to provide safe, intentional spaces for Black women to move their bodies, prioritize healing, and build meaningful connections. Founded by Dr. Arcia M. Stokes, BGWC blends movement, sisterhood, and mental wellness to cultivate joy, confidence, and collective care. Through walks, events, and shared experiences, BGWC empowers women to choose themselves—together.
Meet Up Location: Saturday and Sunday's @10am by McLoone’s Boathouse
Run Type: Social group run
Pace Groups: Walkers | Run/Walk
Connect with them through IG, check out their calandar: @bgwc_
BGWC is committed to expanding access to wellness and creating lasting, community-centered impact for Black women across cities and spaces.
Clifton Road Runners Club
The Clifton Roadrunners Club has welcomed runners fast, slow, and in between for over 40 years! If you're a competitive runner, a newcomer, or anything in between, we'd love to have you join us! We are a USATF-sanctioned running club that competes in races from one mile to half-marathons, and our members range from sprinters to marathoners.
Meet Up Location: Tuesday Track @6:30PM (Reach out though Instagram) and 8AM on Saturday’s in Rochelle Park
Run Type:Social group run | Track workout | Road workout / tempo | Long run | Trail run | Run + social hang after | Training program | Race prep
Pace Groups: Walkers|Run/Walk | 11+ min mile | 9-11 min mile | Sub-9 min mile | All paces welcome
Reach out to the run club IG page: @cliftonroadrunners
This group has the ability of becoming your true crew. It has become mine, for sure!
Crewz’n for a Brewz’n Run Club
Crewz’n for a Brewz’n is a run club based in New Jersey, founded to bring people together through movement, connection, and shared experiences. What started as a small group run has grown into a space for runners and walkers of all levels, blending fitness, social connection, and local partnerships. Our mission is to inspire a healthy, active lifestyle while building a strong and supportive community.
Meet Up Location: Thursday's @6:15PM and Sunday's @11:15AM in the Denville area
Run Type: Social group run | Track workout | Long run | Run + social hang after
Pace Groups: Walkers | Run/Walk | 11+ min mile | 9-11 min mile | Sub-9 min mile | All paces welcome
No need to sign up. Just show up!: @crewznforabrewzn_rc
Essex Running Club
Founded in 1983, the Essex Running Club takes pride in being one of New Jersey’s friendliest running clubs whether you’re new to running, looking to join a competitive team or somewhere in between. For over 40 years, we have embraced people of all ages and abilities – health conscious runners and walkers seeking to get in shape, stay motivated and improve their fitness; competitive runners interested in training, racing, and team events; and adventurous trail runners, ultra runners, and multisport athletes. What brings and keeps us together, besides exercise, is information, advice, and support; fun and exciting events; camaraderie, friendship, and community. ERC is both a running club and a social club!
Meet Up Location: Wednesday Evening's at Hurrell Field, Saturday and Sunday Morning's at Fleet Feet and Brookdale Park
Run Type: Social group run | Track workout | Road workout / tempo | Long run | Run + social hang after | Race prep
Pace Groups: Walkers | Run/Walk | 11+ min mile | 9-11 min mile | Sub-9 min mile | All paces welcome
Membership is available through our website!: www.essexrunning.com
Run Walk Skip
Run Walk Skip run club is the definition of an inclusive community! We meet Saturday mornings where we have 2-4 mile options to run, walk, bike, bring a dog or stroller and do whatever you’re feeling that day. After, everyone is invited to Thumbody for coffee, treats & yapping!
Meet Up Location: Saturday's @9AM at Saddle River County Park
Run Type: Social group run | Run + social hang after
Pace Groups: All paces welcome!
DM them with any questions or just show up!: @runwalkskip_runclub
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