About this Event
Gratitude & Presence
Join us for our November Walk & Talk at JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park, a welcoming community walk created to help you slow down, move your body, connect with others, and appreciate the moments around you.
As we enter the season of gratitude, this month’s theme, Gratitude & Presence, is a reminder that gratitude isn’t only about the big milestones in life. Sometimes, it’s found in the everyday moments, the people who show up for us, and the simple opportunity to pause and be present.
Life can get busy, and it’s easy to move from one responsibility to the next without taking a moment to appreciate how far we’ve come.
This walk is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the people around you.
What to Expect
- Scenic park walk: Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of JFK Promenade as we walk toward the solar arch along the Golden Mile and back, covering approximately 2 miles total.
- Movement & mindful walking: A comfortable-paced walk along mostly flat, paved pathways. All paces are welcome.
- Optional reflection prompts: Simple moments along the way to reflect on gratitude, presence, and what matters most in this season of life.
- Connection & community: Meet other women and invite your friends, family, partners, children, neighbors, and even your pets to walk alongside you.
- Come as you are: No pressure to perform, keep up, or have everything figured out. Just show up. We’ll walk from there.
Who’s This Walk For?
Walk & Talk was created with midlife women in mind, especially those navigating life’s transitions, changing responsibilities, and new seasons of growth.
But you don’t have to walk alone.
Bring your support team: your girlfriends, partners, children, family members, or anyone who could benefit from movement, connection, and a little time outdoors.
Whether this is your first walk or you’ve joined us before, you’re welcome here.
Meet Coach Judy
I’m Coach Judy, a midlife movement coach with 23 years of experience in health and fitness and a degree in Kinesiology and a Tedx soeaker.
I created Walk & Talk to give women a space to step away from everyday demands, move their bodies, connect with others, and create meaningful moments of reflection.
What started as a simple idea has grown into a community of people who continue to show up for themselves and one another.
My hope is that each walk reminds you that taking care of yourself doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, it starts with showing up and taking a walk.
A Few Things to Know
Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Time: 9:30–10:30 AM
Location: JFK Promenade, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
Meeting Point: We will gather by the green bench underneath the small tunnel entrance at the western end of JFK Promenade, near the intersection of JFK Drive and Transverse Drive in Golden Gate Park.
Please meet us directly at the green bench, not at the intersection. Refer to the event map for the exact gathering spot. See below.
Walking Route: We will walk along JFK Promenade toward the Golden Mile and return to our starting point, covering approximately 2 miles total.
Terrain: Mostly flat, paved pathways suitable for a comfortable community walk. Strollers and wagons are welcome.
Parking: Street parking is available along nearby streets. Please allow extra time to find parking and walk to our meeting point.
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water, and layers appropriate for San Francisco’s November weather.
Theme Color: Purple! Feel free to add a pop of purple to your outfit as we come together to celebrate gratitude and presence.
Pets: Pets are welcome. Please keep dogs leashed throughout the walk.
Waiver: All participants must complete a waiver before the walk begins. Waivers will be available on the day of the event.
Walking at Your Own Pace: We’ll walk together toward the Golden Mile before turning around to return to our meeting point. If you’d like to continue exploring or extend your walk on your own, you’re welcome to do so. Just let Coach Judy know before separating from the group. From that point forward, you’ll be responsible for your own route and safety.
Photography: Photos and videos may be captured for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let the host know upon arrival.
Weather: This is an outdoor community event, and we plan to walk rain or shine. Light drizzle won’t stop us. Please dress appropriately and bring rain gear if needed. For heavier rain or unsafe weather conditions, updates will be shared before the event.
Come Walk With Us
Take an hour for yourself, bring someone you appreciate, and join us for a morning of movement, reflection, and meaningful connection.
Come for the walk. Stay for the connection. Leave with a little more gratitude for the everyday moments.
With gratitude,
Coach Judy | Begin Again
Meeting Point: We will gather by the green bench underneath the small tunnel entrance at the western end of JFK Promenade
Here’s the small tunnel entrance at the western end of JFK Promenade, near the intersection of JFK Drive and Transverse Drive in Golden Gate Park. Walk through the tunnel to reach our meeting point by the green bench.
Please refer to the map above for a visual guide to our meeting point.
Parking: Street parking is available along nearby streets. Please allow extra time to find parking and walk to our meeting point.
Photo credit: Google maps, JFK drive and Tranverse Drive, cross streets.
On-site: Enjoy the art installations & attractions along the walk.
A great photo opportunity during our walk to remind us to SMILE, embrace gratitude, and be present in the moment!
Our group will walk to the Solar Arch before turning around and heading back to our starting point.
Photo credit: Tripadvisor
Event venue & nearby stays
JFK promenade, JFK drive, San Francisco, United States
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