Are you an athlete with injuries, surgeries, or permanent disabilites?  Are you tired of facing an uphill battle alone?  Welcome to a group focused on creating the energy of possibility and ability! We've all experienced the high of achievement and we've all been faced with a world of discouragement after life-changing events.  Well this Meetup is for those of you who refuse to stop living and thriving just because you've encountered limitations.  "Athlete" is a state-of-mind that we celebrate r …

ESCAPE..... from the house, your job, neighborhood, city, state, or country! This group will get you going! I'm looking for open-minded, adventurous travel buddies. Although primarily a social group for people interested in travel, be it locally to a new venue, or distant foreign lands, meeting like minded individuals for friendship, relationships, business contacts or employment will also be topics for discussion. Our "meetup" venue's can be a private home, wine bar, picnic in a park, local hik …

We are an established coed dragon boat team currently recruiting new members. Practices are held on Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings (evening practices are only during daylight savings time) at the Newport Aquatic Center. If you love being on the water and enjoy competing in races, please join us for a free practice session or visit our website at http://www.newportaquaticcenter.com/dragonboat.html. No experience is required.  Please note the team meets on Sunday mornings rain or shine.  If …

Tennis Player, We're connecting players on the tennis courts throughout Orange County from Anaheim to Newport Beach Irvine and down to Aliso Viejo. We  allow players to put post meetups. So feel that it is acceptable to promote an event that you will take ownership of and we'll let the meetup group know about it. We'll be running certain tennis socials, weekend tournaments and get togethers for the passionate tennis players who want to play competitive tennis. If you want to meet up with othe …

Kayak or outrigger canoe paddle under a shimmering full moon with expert guide, Danny Hough. In spring and summer this enchanted evening begins with a gourmet picnic, then sets out into the pink layers of a setting sun over the glassy waters of the Balboa Back Bay in Newport Beach. It's an easy paddle, even for 1st-timers and passes through a magnificent bird estuary, and over Amsterdam-like canals lined with the quaint and more stunning homes on Balboa Islands. The area's wild life includes bir …

Run for Christ is a running group based in Irvine CA that invites runners of all levels to gather to exercise, worship Him, and create new friends while they do it. There will be scheduled runs all around the Orange County area along with some small group/bible study opportunities. There is no fee or any obligation to come run with us and we encourage you to invite your friends to join. Whether you have never run before or your are training for your next marathon, this group is for you!

You want to sail, and you're serious about having fun? You want to sail but haven't a boat? This group is for you. You can charter a boat and want to share the cost? This group is for you. You own a boat and want to share the experience? This group is for you. Regardless of skill or experience, all that is required to join and participate is 1) a willing attitude, 2) proper shoes and 3) layered clothing.

I am looking for a few committed women that are interested in doing long runs together on Sat/Sun mornings. I just finished the Huntington Beach Half, and am training for my second Marathon (LA in March). During marathon training runs I plan to run. 9:15-10:15 min pace. I am also planning to do the OC Half in May. Training for that will be 8:30-9:30 pace. Location may vary from week to week, but will almost always begin in Irvine or Newport. Looking forward to meeting other females who enjoy run …

Your final opportunity to get some exercise and recovery activity before the stressful work week to come.  At least that's what i'm going for.  I will try to mix it up and throw in mountain bike rides, hikes, etc.  Open to suggestions.  Also looking for a co-host to help with scheduling and leadership when i'm not available.

THE ORANGE COUNTY HIKING CLUB #1 Hiking & Backpacking group in Orange County & California A charitable nonprofit organization serving our community. "Reconnecting our community with nature!" Welcome Hikers & Backpackers, From SUKI REED OC Hiking Club president & OC Register columnist, www.OC-Hiking.com. Join "hikeminded" people on beginning to advanced walks, hikes, and outdoor adventures with over 100 family style hikes per month. Come reconnect with nature; explore Southern CA and more; hi …

We hold Ultimate Frisbee games in Irvine a few times a week at Woodbridge Community Park. Players of all skill levels are welcome. It's a pretty easy game to pick up and the more experienced players are usually happy to help out the new ones. Members are encouraged to attend at least a few games a month and suggest and organize games as they see fit.

Get up, get outdoors, and get hiking with the Crystal Cove Cardio Club. CrystalCoveCardio.com is an FREE, EASY GOING, RELAXED, SOCIAL HIKING GROUP for those who love the health and wellness benefits you get from fast paced "heart-pumping" walks. The emphasis is on CARDIO. * We tend to hike locally and we tend to hike at a moderate to fast pace. Our hikes average from 8 to 12 miles at a 4 mph clip. Most hikes that I organize are scheduled for early Sunday morning. * Please do note that this grou …

We are a group of friends that promote a healthy active lifestyle. Thriving on nutrition to fuel our various fitness activities and outdoor adventures. We enjoy making new friends along the way.

This is a group for fun women in their late 20's to mid 40's who enjoy being active and want to get out and experience new adventures! You certainly don't have to be an athlete to join, just willing & determined to try! Events include but are not limited to: Hiking, biking, indoor rock climbing, paddle boarding, horseback riding, camping, backpacking excursions, skiing / snowboarding, and from time to time we'll throw in a Happy Hour and a movie night or two along with volunteer opportunities, f …

If you've ever wanted to try Stand Up Paddle this is the group for you. Suplove are Stand Up Paddle Board manufacturers and we love, love, love to get people hooked on SUP. So if you want to give it a go, meet some great new people or join us for a social paddle - jump on board and get your feet wet.

This group is for anyone who is new to the Orange County area looking to meet new people. I recently relocated to Costa Mesa and am interested in exploring the area and meeting interesting people! We can do various activities, visit restaurants, and just generally help each other become acclimated to the Orange County area... all while having fun!

We're excited to have a Meetup group for LockandkeyEvents.com, Orange County and Long Beach! This group is created for Singles Professionals to meet, mix and mingle at a party with a "twist"...(a fun twist, that is). Currently we have Lock and Key parties every 2-3 months, typically in the age range of 22-45s. The majority of people attending actually fit into the suggested age range (people from 21 through their 50's attend our parties). So don't worry, sign up. By joining this group, not o …

This is a group for anyone that enjoys getting outside. Hiking, walking, playing volleyball, rock climbing, and meeting others along the way. I am passionate about bringing people together in person rather than through all the social networking that consumes our lives. (Even though one of these outlets are bringing us together now) ;) I started this group because working in restaurants has left me odd hours of free time (out of the 9-5) so if you're like me and you wish you had others to hang wi …