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Jersey City Runners
Jersey City Runners (officially Jersey City Runners Collective, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit running club founded in 2008 as a grassroots group of neighbors who just wanted to run together. Today the club has grown to over 4,100 members and is a member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA).
One of the club's signature weekly runs is the "Such Great Heights" Friday morning run, which meets at Pershing Field Park at 7:00 AM. The club also organizes waterfront runs, Saturday morning group runs, Sunday runs, and more throughout the week.
📅 Friday Morning Run at Pershing Field
- Day: Every Friday
- Time: 7:00 AM
- Meeting point: Pershing Field Park, Jersey City Heights
- Distance: Varies — all paces welcome
- Cost: Free — membership via Meetup
Who Shows Up?
Jersey City Runners draws a mix of early-morning regulars: neighborhood commuters fitting in miles before work, marathon trainees, and casual joggers who just want company on a Friday morning. The atmosphere is friendly and non-competitive — show up in whatever shape you're in and enjoy the park.
Connect with Jersey City Runners
🗓️ Meetup
Join the group and RSVP for upcoming runs — membership is required to see locations.
📍 Friday Meeting Point
Pershing Field Park
Summit Ave & Central Ave
Jersey City Heights, NJ 07307
Tips for Your First Friday
- Join the Meetup group and RSVP so you can see the exact meeting spot.
- Arrive a few minutes early — the group sets off at 7 AM.
- Dress for the weather; the park can be exposed and windy in winter.
- Bring water, especially in warmer months.
- Any pace is welcome — faster runners typically loop back for the group.