What we’re about
Greetings! Welcome to Active Lifestyle Nerds (ALN), the friendliest Meetup group in San Diego. We strive towards building a safe and social community of active nerds. We understand how difficult it is for a nerd to get out of their home and meet new people. We understand that many of you out there don’t even consider yourselves nerds, because the word “nerd” still has negative connotations. We are trying to change that. ALN bridges that gap and creates a welcoming environment, where we can all bask in our nerd glory – judgement free. Let’s face it, the average person in a bar, club, or other common area where people socialize, often lacks the level of nerdism needed to have a good Fire Fly conversation or a discussion of “who shot first” (it was definitely Han Solo, folks). Our organization has 20 coordinators, allowing for a multitude of diverse social events. We offer board game nights, brewery and wine tastings, ultimate Frisbee and kickball, book clubs, hiking, bar hopping, networking, movie outings, and much more. It is here that nerds can make friends, form bonds, and thrive in a community that accepts them for who they are. For who you are. Our group was founded in 2012, and have grown since then into a family over 7000 strong!
Come have new adventures and meet new friends at ALN!
Stay active, stay nerdy.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 2025 Summer Movies in the Park presents: Inside Out 2Liberty Station NTC Park, San Diego, CA
Sure, you can watch this from home (like everything else you saw during quarantine), but it doesn't have the same vibe as watching it under the stars with some of your friends! Bring snacks, drinks (no alcohol please), games, blankets and/or chairs and get to know your fellow nerds!
The film starts at dusk, which could be 7 pm or earlier/later, but do try to go earlier than that. I cannot guarantee that you will be with our group, especially if you come later, but I'll try my best to herd us together.
Parking may be limited, so please plan accordingly.
Click here to watch the trailer.
Click here for more info about The San Diego Summer Movies in the Park Program.
- Nintendo Switch 1 + 2 Local Play!Subterranean Coffee Boutique North Park, San Diego, CA
Overview: Let's meet up to play some Nintendo games on Nintendo's newest console, the Switch 2, as well as on the Switch 1 which has a plethora of great hits! I'll be bringing my Switch 2 and Switch 1 so we can have some quality local multiplayer gaming going on both consoles. We will have both of my consoles connected to TVs which will be able to have up to 4 players locally on each of them. I will be bringing 8 controllers (2 Switch 1 pro controllers, 2 Switch 2 pro controllers, 1 GameCube controller, 2 sets of Switch 2 Joy-Cons, and 1 set of Switch 1 Joy-Cons) so we have the option to support up to 8 people on two separate consoles. I'm aiming to have Mario Kart World going on the Switch 2 and Smash Ultimate on the Switch 1 and will also have Mario Party Superstars, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and N64 - Nintendo Classics (with games like Mario Party 1-3 and Mario Kart 64 on it) available for additional options to include in the rotation.
What to Bring: It is NOT required to bring anything as I'll have two Switches connected to TVs! However, depending on if anyone has an extra system and RSVPs (which I might adjust the limit), I might request one or two more people to bring a Switch 1 or Switch 2 console with their dock and controllers as I only have one of each system and so we can put one or two more TVs to good use for multiplayer goodness and have everyone playing at once. Also, if you prefer to use your own controller or don't want to potentially have to use Joy-Cons (which are pretty uncomfortable compared to the pro controller), I would encourage you to bring one so you have that option available.
Food & Drinks: We will be meeting at Subterranean Coffee Boutique in North Park which has sandwiches, salads, bagels, pastries, toasts, and other breakfast items as well as a variety of coffees and teas available for purchase. Outside food and drinks are NOT allowed so definitely come hungry and/or thirsty and let's support Subterranean for being so generous to host our event!
Parking: Subterranean is located in North Park which is all street parking and can be pretty difficult, but in case you're unable to find a parking space (or you don't want to spend too much time looking for a parking space), I recommend parking in the North Park parking garage located here which is only a $5 flat rate and a block away from Subterranean: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1iSnoMEvtJWUGbyv7
