Sisters Supporting Sisters: Camping Noire Embraces Fun & Wellness Through Double Dutch

Last month, we had the very fun honor of supporting Camping Noire Sister friend Sydney Cunningham and her fantastic 40+ Double Dutch Group in Toms River. 

Prior to this evening, it's been more than 15 years since we've stepped inside of a rope, but let me let y'all know right now...WE STILL GOT IT!! Lol.

It was a perfect night to relive the thrill of jumping rope under the open sky, and embracing childhood memories with each rhythmic clap of the ropes was magical. Figuring out that some of us were raised to know the rope being "off" as double-handed and for others, it was called 'flickted (which we also reached a verdict was short for CONflicted) was absolutely hilarious and reinforced the fact that although we grew up STATES apart from one another, our shared experiences as melanated children, now women, is special.  

The nostalgic play extended beyond Double Dutch - by the end of the night, we learned the official line dance, and by the end of the night, Zumba routines were in full swing, hula hoops were spinning, and an intense game of jacks was underway.  

At Camping Noire, we're dedicated to supporting our community's health and wellness endeavors. Sydney's group embodies this commitment by promoting physical activity and the sheer delight of movement.

We invite everyone to join the Tom's River Ocean County 40+ Double Dutch on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month to share in this spirit of fun and wellness. Regardless of skill level, it's about nurturing our well-being, physically and emotionally, and events like these remind us that through laughter, fun, and community, we find solace, happiness, and unity. 

Thank you, Sydney, for championing health and wellness and for sharing the joy of Double Dutch. We look forward to the next time jump!

Event Information:

Days: 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month

Location: Huddy Park under the connected gazebos (39 E. Water Street, Toms River, NJ 08753)

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

For more information about joining 40+ Double Dutch, contact Sydney Cunningham at tomsrivernj40plusddc@gmail.com.