2 walking events in Ridgewood, New Jersey

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 Ridgewood Run 5K on Monday, May 25, 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:

3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17

**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 you’re not happy we’ll 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.

Questions? Please contact Coach Dana at [email protected]

Take this journey with us. UCAN5K with Jersey Women Strong!

Get fit. Give back. Change lives.

Run with us and turn miles into meals for families who need it most! Every registration brings a healing meal to families and seniors in need! Sign up to ensure families and seniors in our community are nourished when they need it most.

Our race will be broken up into two divisions: Open and Elite. The elite category will consist of the top ten seed times for each male and female. ONLY the elites will be eligible to receive prizes (Top 3 males and females). The prize will be a Fleet Feet gift certificate, in amounts of $70, $40, and $20 for top 3 (M and F). We will inform you of your placement in the elite category within 24 hours of the race. The majority of entries will be racing in the Open category. The

The open category will be a fun, exciting run/walk for the community to enjoy.

Our race will be hand timed, meaning that you will receive your time at the finish line, there will also be a livestream on our Youtube channel which you can refer back to in case you would like to remind yourself of your time! The elite category will be given precise times at the finish.