Author: City of Linden

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Seat-ercise Chair Aerobics and Yoga. Seated fitness classes with instructor Kathy Jackson. If you can sit, this is the workout for you!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Seated fitness classes with instructor Kathy Jackson. Reduce stress and joint strain, all while boosting your mood in this chair yoga class. Improve your flexibility, circulation and concentration. If you can sit, this is the workout for you!
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Fridays, from 11:30am until 12:30pm.
  • No class on November 24, 2023.
• How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call 908-474-8600. In-person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Project Healthy Bones.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

• Who: For Linden senior residents.
• What: An osteoporosis prevention, exercise, and education program for older adults. Balance and strength to stand tall.
• When: Mondays, September 11 through November 20, 2023 at 10am.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call 908-474-8600. In person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Fit 4 Life. Sign up today!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

• Who: For Linden senior residents.
• What: Free program to promote a healthy lifestyle within our senior citizen community. This program includes a focus on warm-ups, balance, strength training and stretching exercises.
• When: Fridays, October 20 through December 22, 2023, from 9am until 10am.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: Free program for all Linden senior residents. To register or if you have questions, please call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro tennis instructor Tony Labonte are pleased to present Fall Tennis Lessons. Youth and Adult sessions will be offered.

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• Who: Ages 5 and up. Youth and adult classes designated by age range.
• What: Fall tennis lessons with games, contests and prizes! Classes will run for six (6) weeks. The classes are designated by age range. Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups. Loaner racquets provided.
• When & Where:
  • Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups.
  • Wednesday classes will meet at Memorial Park (2600 South Wood Avenue) on September 20 and 27, October 4, 11, 18 and 25.
  • Saturday classes will meet at Wilson Park (1113 Summit Terrace) on September 16, 23, and 30, October 7, 14 and 21.
• How: Youth Session is $75. Adult Session is $85. Additional $10 fee for non-residents. Loaner racquets provided. To view full program description and register online, click here. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600. The following original documents are required for first-time registrants:
  • Parent ID (i.e. Drivers License).
  • Proof of Residency (i.e. utility bill).
  • Birth Certificate of child.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts. Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!

• Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts at the John T. Gregorio Center.
• Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center.

• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!
• When & Where: Tuesdays from 10am until 12pm.
  • John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) on September 12, September 26, October 10, October 24, November 14, November 28 and December 12.
  • Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street) on September 19, October 3, October 17, November 21, December 5 and December 19.
• How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call 908-474-8600. In person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2023 Fall Wrestling Program. Our program has produced League and State champions! All skill levels are welcome.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

• Who: For children ages 8 through 18.
• What: Instruction on basic wrestling techniques and skills to improve one’s body awareness and overall confidence. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. All skill levels are welcome.
• When: Program runs from September 19 through November 21, 2023. Practice will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm until 8pm .
  • No practice on October 31, November 7 and November 9.
• Where: McManus Middle School Gymnasium, which is located at 300 Edgewood Road.
• How: $25 registration fee, plus a $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. Register online here, or register in-person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9:30am until 7:30pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No cash. No refunds once the session begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. Please note, all new “First Time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration and we will make copies:
  • Child’s original birth certificate.
  • Household bill showing proof of residency.
  • Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.