Run clubs
Run clubs swept the world during the pandemic and are officially here to stay. A great place to train for your fund-raising 10k, getting more fit and to socialise.
No fancy gear or memberships needed just show up, what are you waiting for?????
You’ll find clubs mainly from London but also Brum, Essex and Manchester.
CLUB ONE PERCENT
A energetic west London run club that in just over a year has built a strong community with collaborations with JD, On and boasted trips to Morocco and Paris.
They also host calisthenics sessions before their runs on Mondays at Paddington Recreational Grounds, both will liven up the start of your week.
Their motto is all about improving by 1% every day—pushing each other mentally and physically through fitness. With standout storytelling and peak production, it feels like something more like a movement. If you needed anymore convincing take a look at their ‘Strong Her’ video.
ROCUP
The Rocup runners cruising through Bullring on a Sunday morning has become a Brum staple and one I hope never stops. Rocup is a well established run club, hosting events with upwards 1,000, amassing 20k on the gram and partnering with Gymshark.
The founder Rudy O’Halloran started the club, inspired by a cellmate who introduced him to his lifestyle of structure and discipline, eventually convincing him to join him in his 5 am workouts. A testament to the infectious power of a disciplined life. Now, Rudy has stirred that passion to his whole city.
Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, old or young, male or female; Rocup accommodates all, uniting people, motivating people and uplifting people. Check out their mini series ‘Run your mouth’ to hear more.
Genesis Collectives
PURESPORT
A supplement company? An apparell brand? Runclub? Puresport does it all.
One of London’s biggest run clubs you can find yourself immersed in the gorgeous city views as you pace yourself to a PB or just a casual chit-chat run. The brand is known for its fun and light-hearted crowd and strong connection with the running community and fitness influencers. This is a club that will you can make friends and be inspired.
You can join either the run club in Hackney or Clapham from the links below.
PANA RUN CLUB
You might have already seen Pana Run Thursdays recaps plastered on your feed already but if you haven’t let me introduce a run club that has energy for days. Since they emerged post pandemic they have kept the momentum strong and grown only larger and larger, a real mark of their consistency and strong culture. A vibrant run session awaits those who tap in to this lively group, in addition to incredible support and now even stylish long sleeves; the sky is the limit.
The electric group starts with a pre-runs stretch before kicking off a 3.5km to 5km run on Thursdays at 7 pm in Northumberland Alley. Go at the pace you feel comfortable and rest assured you will likely be one of many first timers.
If you fancy a longer weekend run then meet them on sundays at 10.30 am with an 11 am start at Rembrandt Gardens, Little Venice.
Read more about the four friends who founded the group to get people together and have fun on their substack.
NAIVE RUN CLUB
As the name suggests this really is a beginner friendly run club that is light hearted. You can run as well as walk because getting started, nobody expects you to have the endurance to run continuously and there’s no shame in that.
If running is something less of a lifestyle and you refuse to get bogged down by the strava jargon then this is definitely for you.
Prepare for an early 7am start at their Clubhouse for a quick warm-up before heading out on a 5.5km loop over Wandsworth Bridge and Putney Bridge, afterwards enjoy a coffee 20% off and occasional freebies from brands they collab with to chomp on during your post-run chit-chat.
Runnpac
MINDFUL STRIDES
A community designed for you to connect through movement, nature and wellness through hikes, walks, social runs and recovery sessions and fitness classes
The Mindful Strides x Goodrays event, - which featured a 5K social run, followed by a free recovery session with sauna + ice bath - was a hit and a strong example of how they’re raising the bar.
So if you want to be apart of pre race dinners, park escape walks, badminton meetups alongside your regular group runs then this may be the place for you.
Outsdrz
Outsdrz is an Essex run group where you can join long runs, 5ks and 10ks all in the space of community. This local club is ideal for those seeking to enhance their running and connect in a light-hearted and fun atmosphere.
The turnout in less than a year shows how much the space was needed, and supported by an inspiring and creative team, the sky is the limit.
Instagram | Whatsapp
rUN tO sHRED
Sunday morning social runs with run to shred was launched in January this year and has turned into a thriving running lifestyle community.
They’ve smashed Nike events and partnered with wellness brands, expanding their sights beyond running with studio strength training events.
Brked OFF
Running since ‘23, Brked Off has built an impressive community that’s drawn over 10k across their socials. Rain or shine they show up and show out in huge numbers.
Their socials document the community’s journey, capturing everything from landmark trips to Barcelona and Lisbon to the raw emotion of marathon days all captured by some super talented photographers.
Instagram | Tiktok
More to come soon (especially outside of London).
