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Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Optimum Human Performance are pleased to offer a seven-week Self Defense Clinic with Shihan Rahim and assistant instructors.

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

• Who: Linden residents only ages 5 through 17.
• What: Seven-week Self Defense Clinic with Shihan Rahim and assistant instructors. The Self Defense Clinic will teach striking, katas, ground movement, and escape techniques
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Seven-week program. Every Monday, from April 27, 2026 through June 8, 2026.
  • Youth (5 through 12 years old) – 5pm until 6pm.
  • Teens (13 through 17 years old) – 6:30pm until 7:30pm.
  • No Class: Monday, May 25, 2026.
• How: Program cost is $50. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8600, or 908-474-8639. 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.

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• Who: For older adults.
• What: Project Healthy Bones is an osteoporosis prevention, exercise, and education program for older adults. Balance and strength to stand tall.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Mondays, April 6, 2026 through August 24, 2026 from 10:30am until 12pm.
  • No Class: Monday, May 25, 2026.
• 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 9am – 7pm 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 announce the 2026 Spring Soccer League. Register early to secure a spot on a team!

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• Who: Open to all children ages 6 through 12.
• What: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
• Where: Wheeler Park Turf Field, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. The League will be held on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
• When: The League begins on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
• How: Registration deadline is April 2, 2026. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $65 for residents, and $75 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. 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 7pm. No refunds once the League 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2026 Little Kickers Spring Clinic. Register early to secure a spot!

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• Who: Open to all children ages 4 and 5.
• What: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
• Where: Instructional Clinic will be held at Wheeler Park, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. Clinic located on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
• When: The Little Kickers Clinic begins on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 9am. Clinic will run for eight (8) Saturdays: April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
• How: Registration deadline is April 2, 2026. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $65 for residents, and $75 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. 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 7pm. No refunds once the Clinic 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2026 Linden Special Needs Day Camp!

• Who: Open to all children entering kindergarten through sixth grade.
• What: Seven (7) week program; Linden Special Needs Day Camp.
• When: Camp begins June 29, 2026, and ends August 14, 2026.
  • Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm.
• Where: McGillvray Park – 8th Ward (Bedle Place off of Park Avenue). Rain site: 8th Ward Park Recreation Building.
• How: Registration deadline is May 15, 2026.
  • Click here to view and/or download the 2026 Linden Special Needs Day Camp flyer with pricing and registration details.
  • Click here to view and/or download the Day Camp Trips (entering K through 2) flyer with pricing and registration details.
  • Click here to view and/or download the Day Camp Trips (entering 3 through 8) flyer with pricing and registration details.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Buena Vista Social Club.

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• Who: Senior Citizens ages 50 and up.
• What: Buena Vista Social Club. Experience the Buena Vista Social Club musical live at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre!
• Where: Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, which is located at 236 West 45th street, New York, New York, 10036.
• When: Saturday, August 29, 2026. Showtime is 2 hours and 10 minutes starting at 2pm.
  • Transportation will be departing from the 7th Ward Recreation Center (2600 Tremley Point Road) at 11:30am.
• How: Reserve your seat for $40! This includes the ticket and transportation value (original value of $150). Please be aware that this is a first come, first served program. To register, please visit the front desk at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street)! The registration deadline is July 31, 2026.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Chair Yoga.

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• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Senior Chair Yoga. This program is designed to help loosen stiff joints and muscles, increasing flexibility and making daily activities easier. In addition, you will be strengthening your core muscles to be able to improve your balance and stability, reducing the risk of falls.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Thursdays, April 9, 2026 through June 25, 2026, from 9am until 10am.
• How: Program for Linden Senior Residents. The fee for this program will be $9 (mats will be provided). Non-members must register and pay the $6 insurance fee. 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 from 9am until 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 Seatercise.

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• Who: All Linden Seniors.
• What: Seated Fitness. Burn calories, build strength and increase your heart rate in Build a Body’s chair aerobics class executing functional exercises.
• When: Thursdays, April 2, 2026 through August 27, 2026 from 12:30am until 1:30pm.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: 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 9am until 7pm. For for more information, call (908) 474-8600.