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Cycling Clubs Jupiter Palm Beach Florida
PERFORMANCE BIKE – CYCLING – Weather out for a casual Sunday bicycle cruise with the family, cycling with members of a cycling club or a serious racer in a peloton practicing for a triathlon race – Jupiter, Palm Beach & the barrier islands offer a unique day out bicycling. Riding along Bridge Rd on Jupiter Island is mesmerizing. Local bicycle disciplines include road biking, mountain biking, track cycling, BMX biking, cyclo-cross cycling and para-cycling.
Cycling Clubs –
Jupiter Recreational Bicycle Club, Jupiter, FL – A 220 member bicycle club in Jupiter, FL. Road rider meetups in Juno Beach, Riverbend Park in Jupiter, Jupiter Island & much more.
Valor Bicycle Club, Jupiter, FL – New 2012 Jupiter cycling club offering skills clinics, charity rides & a winter race. They even offer BMX clinics. Official member of the Florida Bicycle Racing Association.
Jupiter Velo – 126 Center St Apt B-1, Jupiter, FL 33458 (561) 575-2453 Co-ed club. Affiliated with USA & Florida Cycling Association.
Tri-running Sports Triathlon Club – 13975 US Highway 1, Juno Beach, FL. (561) 627-2453 Co-ed club. Affiliated with USA & Florida Cycling Association.
Club Scrub, Hobe Sound/Jupiter, FL – Co-ed mountain bike club primarily riding off road bicycle trails in 11,000 acre Camp Murphy aka Jonathan Dickinson State Park.
Hobe Sound Cycling – Contacts: Heather Anderson & Steve DeSena Email: hobesoundcycling@gmail.com Open to all experience levels and ages.
Cycling for Fundraising Cause –
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Train with the Palm Beach Chapter for seasonally offered triathlons or 100 Mile Century Bike Rides around Florida & the US to raise money to fund important research and patient services for people with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma.
Palm Beach Bicycle Trail –
Cruise Palm Beach streets or tour the island on the 10 mile Palm Beach Trail along the Intracoastal (ICW) and the ocean.
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Paddle Boarding Jupiter Florida
PADDLE BOARD – Whether you just want to go paddle boarding for the day, take a lesson or sign up for paddle yoga – it is all accessible around Jupiter Inlet there are several places on the Intracoastal and on US1 south of DuBois Park that can get you set up to explore the interior Jupiter Inlet lagoons, Loxahatchee River with wildlife and the Jupiter sandbar, the Tequesta Intracoastal sandbar and of course the ocean. Individual and group paddling available.
Paddleboarding also known as stand up paddle surfing (SUP), stand up paddle boarding or ‘Hoe he’e nalu’ in Hawaiian uses paddles to move ahead. It is an ancient form of surfing that has become popular again as a way to travel long distances on a long surf board. It is easy to learn and offers a great workout. Amateurs often start by kneeling on the board which is slightly wider than a standard surfboard.
River paddle boarding is becoming popular as it requires skill and agility to navigate. It is a fun surfing sport that doesn’t rely on high or low tides.
It is very popular in Jupiter and Tequesta around the Jupiter Inlet both on the Intracoastal and Loxahatchee River and even on the ocean for advanced paddlers.
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Kayaking Jupiter Florida
KAYAK – to kayak or canoe is very popular on local waterways. Jupiter and Tequesta are located on the Loxahatchee River by Jupiter Inlet. The Loxahatchee River is one of only two nationally recognized Wild and Scenic Rivers in Florida. The second one is Wekiva River in Central Florida – north of Orlando.
There are both public and private places to launch kayaks along the Loxahatchee River. Waterfront communities like Tequesta Country Club have neighborhood launch locations for kayaking. Kayakers also enjoy the turquoise waters of the Intracoastal and Atlantic Ocean. The average water temperature is around 85° F (26° C).
Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Tequesta/Hobe Sound– Located on the north end of the Loxahatchee River and accessible from the water or by car from US1 in Tequesta. Follow the mangrove up the river to see wildlife such as alligators, deer, bobcat, coyotes, wild boar, manatees, turtles, tortoises, herons, egrets, ospreys, bald eagles and fish. Trapper Nelson’s cabin is along this fork of the river with picnic tables and restrooms.
Riverbend Park, Jupiter – Located west of I-95 & Florida Turnpike at Indiantown Road. Canoe and kayak outfitters onsite. Famous for the thrilling ride over the Masten Dam. Onsite outfitters rent canoes and kayaks but are closed Tuesday & Wednesdays. The most popular trip from River Bend is a 2.5-3.5 miles trip (3-4 hours) called the Cypress Canopy. No swimming allowed. If you prefer you can rent biked and go biking along the Riverbend Park trails.
Intracoastal (ICW), Jupiter/Tequesta – Jupiter Lighthouse Park, US1 in Tequesta and Coral Cove Park on Jupiter Island are public launch sites to access Jupiter Inlet and Intracoastal sandbars.
Jupiter – Tequesta Kayak Rentals and Tours –
Jupiter Outdoor Center – (Jupiter Inlet) (561)747-0063 – 1116 Love Street, Jupiter, FL 33477
Beach Water Sports – (Intracoastal) (561)745-6900 – 17967 SE Federal Hwy, Tequesta, FL 33469
Jupiter Pointe Paddling – (Intracoastal) (561)746-6691 – 18701 SE Federal Highway, Tequesta, FLL 33469
Canoe Outfitters of Florida (Riverbend Park, Loxahatchee River & Jonathan Dickinson State Park) – (561)746-7053 – Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays
More Palm Beach County Kayak and Canoe Areas –
Bert Winters Park, Juno Beach / Burt Reynolds Park, Jupiter / Dyer Park, West Palm Beach / Jim Barry Light Harbor Park, Riviera Beach / John Prince Park, Lake Worth / John Stretch Park, Lake Harbor / Juno Park, Juno Beach / Lake Ida Park, Delray Beach / Ocean Inlet Park, Ocean Ridge / Okeeheelee Park, West Palm Beach / Paul Rardin Park, Pahokee / Peanut Island Park, Riviera Beach / Phil Foster Park, Riviera Beach / South Bay RV Park, South Bay /
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, West Boca Raton / Stub Canal Park, West Palm Beach/ West Delray Regional Park, Delray Beach
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Scuba Diving Jupiter Florida
SCUBA DIVING – There are several shops and marinas in Jupiter that sell scuba diving equipment, offer private & group charters and have scuba diving classes and PADI 5 certifications. The reefs off Jupiter Inlet, Jupiter Island, Jupiter and Juno Beach have plenty of wildlife from nurse sharks to loggerhead and leatherback turtles to tropical fish. Jupiter dive sites include Loggerhead Reef, Hole in the Wall, Captain Kurle’s Reef and local ship wrecks.
PADI Dive Courses – Scuba diving courses include PADI open water, advanced open water diver, scuba tune-up, rescue diver, deep diver, wreck diver, search and recovery diver, emergency first response diver, divemaster and instructor development. Children must be 10+ years old for scuba diving and 8+ years old for bubblemaker and seal team classes.
Jupiter 5 Star PADI Dive Centers –
Jupiter Dive Center – 1001 Alt A1A #113, Jupiter, FL
Scuba Works – 351 South US Highway 1 #103, Jupiter, FL
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Yoga and Pilates Palm Beach County Florida
YOGA – Traditional indoor activities like yoga can also be practiced outdoors in South Florida year around. You can find yoga and pilates studios and classes in every village and town between Palm Beach and Jupiter Island: West Palm Beach, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Juno Beach, Jupiter, Tequesta and Hobe Sound. Some community recreation centers, like Village of Tequesta, offer yoga and pilates classes for a very reasonable price. There are private lessons, group lessons, immersion courses and weekend retreats in a multitude of yogic disciplines for beginners and advanced students and practitioners as well as yoga teacher training, instruction and certification.
Yoga types – Hatha yoga, Bikram yoga, power yoga, Yin yoga, Ashtang, paddle yoga and more.
Pilates Types – Fletcher pilates, Stott pilates, power pilates, Winsor pilates and more.
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Surfing in Florida
SURFING – Optimal average water temperature of 78° F (26 °C) entices surfers, wind surfers and kite surfers to enjoy local South Florida Atlantic Ocean waters year-around. Public beaches with free parking, restrooms and outdoor showers are available along A1A, Beach Rd and other oceanfront roads. Several places in Juno Beach, Jupiter and Tequesta offer new and used surf board rentals and sales. Jupiter Community High School even offers a surfing program. Jupiter and Juno Beach hosts annual surfing competitions. Other popular surfing spots include Cocoa Beach, Sebastian, New Smyrna Inlet, Ponce Inlet, Daytona Beach, Flagler Beach and Palm Beach.
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Athletic Leagues Jupiter Tequesta JTAA
ATHLETIC LEAGUES – Visit Jupiter Tequesta Athletic Association (JTAA) for junior sports league seasons. Travel and rec level sports at various age levels.
Jupiter Tequesta Athletic Association – Youth sports offered include baseball, basketball, cheer leading, flag football, lacrosse, roller hockey, rugby, soccer, softball, tackle football, travel basketball, travel soccer, travel volleyball & volleyball. Most sports are seasonal so check the website for details including registration deadlines which are usually several months in advance. The playing fields are on land parcels in Jupiter, Tequesta and Jupiter Farms.
Volunteer coaches, parent coaches, trainers and sponsors are always in high demand.
The Jupiter lacrosse teams are so good that in 2011-2012 – the first year Jupiter Middle School had a lacrosse team – they became Florida State Champions. The Jupiter lacrosse teams are highly ranked.
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Polo Palm Beach Wellington Florida
POLO – The polo season in Palm Beach invites international and national players and fans to participate in the Wellington competitions and venues.
I have dedicated a pinboard on my Pinterest page –Polo pinboard.
International Polo Club Palm Beach –
Three state-of-the arts playing fields and a stick and ball field. Host events for US Polo Association (USPA). Offer both instruction and team play.
Palm Beach Polo & Hunt Club –
Hosts of tournaments in season from December until April and lessons year around. Offer 9 playing fields and a large arena hosting vaulting, dressage and rodeos. On the premises is also a 9 hole golf course.
Palm Beach Polo & Country Club –
A Mediterranean style luxury community in Wellington with two 18 hole golf courses, The Cypress and The Dunes, designed by golf architect Peter Dye. There are 8 polo fields, four croquet lawns, 10 tennis courts, fitness and an Olympic size swimming pool.
MORE PALM BEACH EQUESTRIAN AREAS
There are several equestrian areas in Jupiter & Palm Beach Gardens with riding trails and horse parks.
Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) – One of the biggest equestrian arenas in Wellington hosting 18 competition arenas, a derby field, a covered riding surface, The Main Showground and The Stadium. Hosts events like Global Dressage Festival and Winter Equestrian Festival.
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Kite Surfing Jupiter Juno Beach FL
KITE SURFING – This has become so popular that a section of our beach is referred to as Kite Beach. The coastal shoreline intertwined as Juno Beach and Jupiter Beach in Florida has been a hangout for surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers for over 50 years. This geographical location is superior for beginning and advanced kite boarding. The windiest months are September – May. Several outfitters in Jupiter and Juno Beach along US1 offer kitesurfing lessons and equipment rentals or purchase. The outfitters keep on popping up. Jupiter hosts Jupiter Kite Invasion – an annual freestyle and surf style kitesurfing competition. There is also Girls Surfing events organized by local surf shops. With the Gulf Stream just off shore the ocean maintains a water temperature of around 78° F (26 °C) year-around. Free parking, picnic areas, restrooms, fishing piers and restaurants available within walking distance.
Kitesurfing Beaches –
Carlin Park, Jupiter – 400 S S. R. A1A, Jupiter 120 acres with 3,000 ft of guarded beach. Many amenities such as tennis, bocce ball, volleyball, playgrounds, exercise and running path, outdoor showers, picnic areas, restrooms, free parking and the Lazy Loggerhead Cafe – serving breakfast and lunch.
Coral Cove Park, Tequesta/Jupiter Island – 1600 Beach Rd, Tequesta 31 acres with 600 ft of guarded beach and 600 ft of Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Park offers playgrounds, surfing, kayaking and paddle boarding launch sites, fishing, bird-watching and snorkeling, free parking, outdoor showers, restrooms and picnic areas.
Juno Beach Park, Juno Beach – 14775 US Highway 1, Juno Beach 5 acres with 300 ft of guarded beach including designated surfing area. Juno Beach is very popular for kitesurfing and surfing. It has a 990 ft fishing pier accessible by $1 donation. Also offering free parking, picnic areas, party pavilions, restrooms, outdoor showers, bait shop and snack bar.
Jupiter Beach Park, Jupiter – 1375 Jupiter Beach Rd, Jupiter 46 acres with 1,700 ft of guarded beach. Free parking, picnic tables, volleyball, restrooms, outdoor showers, fishing, surfing and more. Open sunrise to sunset.
Ocean Cay Park, Jupiter – 2188 Marcinski Rd, Jupiter 13 acres included unguarded beach across A1A. Park offers free parking, picnic pavilions & tables, playgrounds, volleyball, restrooms and more.
“Juno Kite Beach” – Off A1A between showers 6 and 10 just north of Juno Beach Pier.
“Corners” – Off A1A by shower 21 north of Kite Beach in Jupiter.
Kiteboarding Vendors & Lessons –
Jupiter Kiteboarding – (561) 427-0240
1500 N US Highway 1, Tequesta / Mon – Sat 10am – 5:30pm Sun 11am – 3pm
New Wave Kiteboarding – (561) 633-9362
Cloud Nine Kiteboarding – (772) 634-7299
SUP kiting, kite boarding lessons and International Kiteboarding Organization (IKO) certification classes in Jupiter, Stuart, Fort Pierce, Lake Worth and Delray Beach.
Jupiter Juno Kitebeach Weather and Wind Conditions (by Windfinder) –
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Restaurants: Dining Jupiter – Palm Beach Gardens
RESTAURANTS – The dining options offered in Palm Beach County are truly multicultural and for all budgets. From coastal food shacks to elegant Palm Beach cuisine. Making the effort to discover what is beneath the surface will be well worthwhile!!
ZAGAT Rated Restaurants –
See “Miami / South Florida 2014 edition” for current Palm Beach – Jupiter Florida Zagat restaurant ratings
Juno Beach – Captain Charlie’s Reef Grill, Kee Grill & Sushi Jo
Jupiter – Cafe des Artistes, Guanabanas, Jetty’s, Lazy Loggerhead Cafe, Little Moir’s Food Shack, Little Moir’s Leftovers, Tabica Grill, The Bistro, Too Bizaare and Dive Bar
North Palm Beach – Seasons 52
Palm Beach – Cafe Boulud, Cafe l’Europe, Chez Jean-Pierre, Palm Beach Grill, Renato’s and Ta-boo
Palm Beach Gardens – Asian Fin, Cafe Chardonnay, River House, The Capital Grille and Vic & Angelo’s
Tequesta – Evo, Gallery Grille & Hog Snappers Shack & Sushi
West Palm Beach – Cafe Sapori & Cheesecake Factory
YELP – Jupiter Florida
Great resource for local restaurants including reviews
TRIPADVISOR – Jupiter Florida restaurants
Great resource for restaurants and travel tips
Looking for a new place to eat?
Try PGA Commons on 4500 block of PGA Blvd in Palm Beach Gardens.
Prosecco Cafe – Gelato-ria, tapas bar & prosecco bar. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Roccos’ Tacos – Mexican restaurant with award winning food & ambiance. Lunch & dinner.
Spoto’s Oyster Bar – Oysters, fresh fish, bouillabaisse & crab cakes. Lunch, happy hour & dinner.
Vic & Angelo’s – Coal over Italian pizza & home made pastas. Lunch & dinner.
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