Running Club Friesland

Connect International Event in Friesland

Date: Saturday 22 January 2022 at 10:30 hrs

Location: Kalverdijkje 76 D (parking lot of My Health Club)

Event Registration closes at: 2021-11-21 08:30

Jogging or running is a popular form of physical fitness. It’s appealing because it doesn't cost a lot to take part and you can run at any time that suits you. Just a good pair of running shoes and appropriate clothing. No expensive gym membership. Fresh air. Nature. The list goes on.

Running is one of those things that you either love with a passion or hate with a passion. But it’s also funny how many people start by hating it and slowly but surely begin to love it once.

Health benefits of running and jogging

Regular running or jogging offers many health benefits. Running can:

help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise
strengthen muscles
improve cardiovascular fitness
burn lots of calories during and after
help maintain a healthy weight.

So no more excuses! Connect International Friesland's running group will enable you to improve your fitness and self-confidence within a supportive environment. S

‘This is a beginner's club but runners of all levels welcome!’

We'll meet in the parking lot of My Health Club Kalverdijkje, Kalverdijkje 76 D, Leeuwarden

Covid-19:

Using a face mask is a decision of each participant. (Unless it is a requirement of the volunteer who is hosting the event or a requirement of the public space where the event is taking place, for example, taking a bus, entering a public building, among others).
Keeping 1,5 meters distance with others is again an important rule.
Cough and sneeze into your elbow.
Use paper tissues to blow your nose and discard them after use.
Do not shake hands or greet with kisses.
Stay at home if you have mild cold-like symptoms, such as a sore throat, a runny nose, sneezing, a mild cough or a fever above 38 degrees Celsius. (Even if you are vaccinated).
If you have symptoms, you can get tested to see if you are infected with coronavirus (Even if you are vaccinated).

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“Since I came to the Netherlands over a year ago, Connect International has helped me a lot. It is very hard being a newcomer in a foreign country. I remember myself lonely and borderline depressed before I started to attend Connect events and socialize there. I got to know my first friends in the Netherlands and it was such a relief. I realized that I was not alone, there were many people who had been in the same situation and it was normal to experience all this. Besides the fun, I learned some basic information about life in this country. How to travel by train and pay less, how to deal with Dutch health care system, how to understand taxes, etc. My first steps in Dutch language were made in ‘Dutch Conversation Fun’ club. Thanks to Janny, I could learn and improve my Dutch. It was also a nice way to spend an afternoon in a friendly atmosphere. There were plenty of exciting events organized by Connect, such as the Mystery Tour: Discover the secrets of Groningen, Culinary Workshops, and many more international gatherings. All these made my time much more enjoyable. I am very grateful to Connect International for making me feel welcome in a new country. I am sure that the friends I made here will be my friends for life no matter where we end up.”

Nina Tseven (Belarus)

“I came to live here in Leeuwarden approximately 2 years ago. I had heard about Connect International while I was following a Dutch language course at Groningen University. I made use of the excellent helpdesk at the Groningen office. As a British National I wanted to clarify some issues regarding my status post Brexit!. Within hours the Connect office had contacted the Dutch Immigration Office and reassured me about my situation. Sadly because I live in Leeuwarden I did not make use of the social elements of Connect which took place mainly in Groningen. So when I learned about the Leeuwarden branch I immediately began attending the Friday and Sunday coffee mornings. These provide a great opportunity to meet other newcomers and to share information and the occasional worry. Everyone is made to feel welcome and discussions range free and wide. I have got to know a range of interesting and friendly people from all over the world, via Connect International Leeuwarden. I have also learnt about many of the social and cultural activities taking place in this great town. If you have recently come to live in Friesland, I can recommend Connect International Leeuwarden as a terrific means of quickly settling in and getting to know a range of people who can offer support and advice.”

Alan Herbert (UK)

"I moved to Leeuwarden in 2013. It was difficult to find an international group in this area. A friend recommended Connect International, and I have been attending the Coffee Morning every two weeks, in Groningen. I have been fortunate to make new friends, and learn about different events and worshops, organised by Connect. They are a very friendly and welcoming group."

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