Hike with Your Dog South Bay and Peninsula is a fun and social group of people and their dogs who love to hike, be outdoors and meet new friends. All friendly dogs and people are welcome! Group hikes are generally between 2 - 5 miles and vary from easy to moderate strenuous levels. We try to provide as many opportunities for dog to dog socialization as possible, including hiking in areas that allow for off leash play. Suggestions for hiking locations, times and opportunities are encouraged! As p …

At Davenriche European Martial Artes School (DEMAS) we study the armed and unarmed martial techniques of Italy and England. Classes include the long sword, the rapier, the cut and thrust sword, knife fighting, grappling and even armored combat in which we practice in full armor. When studying the martial arts at DEMAS the student will study the martial theories that will allow the student to be able to use any tool in the fight. Most people have played at sword fighting as children, and now you …

Meet other local diabetics and those who care for and about them. Gather and offer support on medical and nutritional questions, as well as participating in exercise and sports activities around the Bay Area.  We sponsor educational and fitness events throughout the year. We welcome people with diabetes, their family, friends, medical and fitness and exercise professionals to participate in all of our activities. Our goal ? to promote exercise and sporting events as part of your diabetes managem …

After a few injuries that took me away from my usual workouts, I found that being in the water and working out was not only easier on my body but it got me just as fit. I need to get back into shape and swimming in my pool (my apartment has two pools, in fact) alone is no fun. Come and join no matter what shape you're in, your gender, or your experience. We'll have fun while getting a workout in! :)

TNT is the world's first and largest charity sports training program. We train first-timers and fitness buffs to complete an endurance event and strive to create a world without cancer.

This group is for Indian professional GIRLS in their 20s and 30s living studying or working in the bay area that want to get-together on the weekends to maybe try new restaurants, to explore fitness activities or Indian events, go shopping or in general to explore the beautiful bay area. Maybe we have most groups of friends in the other parts of the US where we had gone to school or had worked before. Traveling is always not an option to meet friends. Hence trying to meet new people and make new …

Join Team Fighting Diabetes to walk/run/hike/bike and raise fund to support the American Diabetes Association. Team Fighting Diabetes is attending the 2013 San Jose "Step Out" walk/run event in October. We will have warm-up/training activities throughout the year.

We train for your goal event and help you fundraise to cure blood cancers! Only The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training (TNT) offers professional coaching to walk or run a full or half marathon, cycle a 100-mile century ride or complete a triathlon or hike adventure. Join as an individual or form a team of friends, family and coworkers and be part of a powerful force that has raised over $1.3 billion to fight blood cancers. We use this meetup group to share free, no-obligation drop-in …

Welcome! We are San Jose Mountain Biking Our group’s purpose is simple.  We want to get people out riding whenever and wherever possible.  As the Organizer of SJ Mtb, I’m dedicated to helping people get out on the bike more often.  I don’t care if you ride every day of the week or just a few times a month.  I don’t care if you only ride with us or if you ride with lots of different groups.  Mountain Biking for me isn’t a popularity contest, it’s a way of life.  We’re not out to have the most me …

All levels of players are welcome! Ping pong is a fun way to meet people and get a great work out all year round; rain or shine. Have fun during your lunch break and join us  Fridays from 12 pm-2 pm for just $2. Bring your own or rent paddles for $2 extra. Please follow these directions to Ping Pong Dojo: http://www.pingpongdojo.com/contact/contact.htm

This Meetup Group is for people who participate in or are interested in Triathlon. The focus of this group is to provide direction and workouts for not only for the beginning Triathlete, but for those that prefer to go 'Long and Strong'. Join us to discuss the sport, workout, and set goals! We schedule rides and runs on the weekends, and open-water swims on weekends and some weekdays. Since we workout every day, we encourage you to join Cycling, Running, Fitness, Hiking, and Yoga Meetup Groups f …

This is what we do! Northern California's Premier Mountain Biking Group Anyone that has been bitten by the mountain biking bug, knows there's no turning back and never enough rides. With 1400 Plus members, over 100 positive group reviews, and 250 rides a year... we are sure to have just the ride/trail you have been looking for. So, what are you waiting for? Our membership group is comprised of riders with various skill levels and ages. We may have different fitness levels, but all share the comm …

The Dirt Riders are a group of bay area friends who are passionate about Mountain Biking. We love to ride as hard as we can as often as we can. We are constantly looking to improve our skill sets. Whether you are working on Downhill, Stunts & Features, Technical Work, or just want to improve your cardio & climbing, we invite you to join us for rides. Everyone is welcome (All Skill Levels) as long as you love to ride & want to become better. Our most regular rides are Demo & UC w/ Pacifica and so …

The goal of this group is to improve our French conversation through different social events and to build friendships. I am planning a varied set of fun events around food, art, wine, fitness, and other activities. J'ai hâte de vous voir à notre prochaine réunion. -Mana http://www.chezmana.com http://www.facebook.com/chezmana

This group is for professional women who are looking to make great lasting friendships based on the concept that it takes quality time to build quality friendships! I started this group because as a Bay Area newbie, I see the importance of having a strong network of girlfriends to experience all of life's triumphs and woes with. It's about celebrating friendship, ambition, womanhood and adventure! I really look forward to building great bonds with you all!

First and foremost, we wanted to create a place where everyone in the Bay Area can meet and make new friends doing something fun. This group is for all ages over 18!!! WHAT WE DO?   We do things around the Bay Area (from San Francisco to Santa Barbara): We eat: dinners, pot lucks, happy hours, parties with food We have fun: zip lines, paddle boats, beach parties, camping, treat yourself to a massage/spa treatment, holiday parties, monopoly board games, social dances We get fit: hiking, walking …

This group is, in fact, closed at the moment. Book discussions are best with 10-15 people, so we need to cap the number of members in the group. When space becomes available, the website will invite new members to apply. WHO WE ARE We are lesbian/bisexual women in our late 30s to early 50s who love to read, discuss books, cook/enjoy good food, and socialize. We are friendly, intelligent, and respectful of different points of view. Since this is the kind of group that requires advanced plannin …

The Professional Source We help members increase sales by sharing our experience, training, and contacts.  Professional Source acts as an informal advisory board and sales force for its members. The Professional Source is a well established business networking group dedicated to increasing the business of our members though referrals, introductions and cooperative support. We meet two times a month on the first and third Thursdays of each month.  We chat, offer suggestions and support, pass lea …

StrollerFriends is a group of moms from your area who are seeking a social group that is health-minded. Weekly play dates allow parents to regularly meet and discuss what’s on your minds while allowing your children to get in some fun playtime. We are powered by Baby Boot Camp and enjoy products from Earth's Best! The perfect combination of health and fitness for both you and your child!

Meet other local people interested in Capoeira, the Brazilian martial art. Classes are Monday 7:30- 9:30 pm All Levels Tuesday 7:30- 9:30 pm Beginners Wednesdays 7:30- 9:30 pm All Levels Saturday Kids Class 12:30- 1:30 pm Kids 3-10 Sat 1:30pm-3:30 pm All levels COST: $14 Per class or Monthly Unlimited classes for $100 / 5 class card -$60 Santa Clara Movement Arts 725 Locust Street Santa Clara CA 95050 www.capoeirairmandade.com

We love life and seek supportive friendships. We believe in the mind-body connection and learn holistic health practices that empower individuals to manage their own health and even rejuvenate themselves. We hold events where you will meet health practioners that will teach you a wide variety of practices including detoxification, nutrition, healthy cooking, stress balancing, energy medicine, sound healing, natural remedies and effective fitness routines. Since this is a lifestyle improvement su …

Purpose: The Camping and Hiking group exists to explore the beautiful California outdoors and have outdoor adventures. Who should join: If you are looking for adventurous and beautiful day hikes and camping trips, Camping and Hiking is the right group for you. Camping: Each year, we book some camp sites, and post Hiking and Camping activities, most of them are weekend camping trips 1 to 2 days. I would like to share the campsite and hiking trips with others to share the fun and experiences. For …

I'd like to start a bike shop/cafe, along the lines of Mojo Bicycle Cafe in San Francisco. Maybe it's just a bike shop, but I'd like to consider the food/drink aspects of well. The important aspects of the business venture will be that it is: run as 'a real business' that makes money so it can pay its bills/salaries/expenses a worker-owned and run cooperative democratically-runa non-destructive retail/restaurant chain (as in the business concept, not the physical bike chain) active and engaged …

This is a nice group of singles who want to expand their social circle.  It is where you will meet other professional, well-mannered and happy singles. We are chill, we love to laugh and have fun. We like to do activities that focus on volunteerism, music, dance and all other forms of art, entrepreneurship and networking, education, food, travel, personal growth, physical fitness and other fun activities. We aim to make our meet-ups as natural as possible. If you are searching and tired of waiti …

-- No Breath No Life, Know Breath Know Life -- Welcome! We are a group of people who learn and practice the Yoga of Breath as a means to total wellness of a healthy body and a stress-free mind. Beginners, intermediate practitioners, seasoned yogis ... all are part of this group. The first act we do in our life is to breathe in. And the last act of our life is to breathe out. Between this first breath in and the last breath out are all the breaths that we call life. The breath is our best friend …

Improve your eyesight using sunlight, get rid of your asthma using proper breathing, etc.