The Best Run Clubs in Sydney to Join Today

Run clubs are the latest craze in Sydney with Strava at the centre of the scene. With people spending time in the outdoors, getting social and fit, it's a trend we love to see. Where to start if you're a newbie or haven't managed to convince any friends to jump on board? There are plenty of run clubs popping up around Sydney, catering to various levels of fitness and they're all free so you officially have no excuses. Read on for the best run clubs in Sydney. 

Pace Yourself Run Club 

Pace Yourself Run Club is perfect for those keen on a relaxed, self-paced run that meets at a reasonable 8am every Saturday. With Centennial Park as the backdrop and the promise of a coffee and chats post-run, it's a great way to kick off the weekend. 

Saturdays, 8am

Homestead Cafe, Centennial Park 

The Run Club The Rocks

There are few places more scenic than The Rocks to partake in a midweek run. A free club geared around getting your heart rate up, there will be an onsite trainer on hand to guide you along. 

Tuesdays, 7:15am 

First Fleet Park, The Rocks 

Parkrun 

Parkrun is one of the OG run clubs. Following a super simple formula, they offer a free community event that consists of a 5km walk, run or jog every Saturday morning. The best bit? There are 498 locations across Australia. All you have to do is jump on and register here and you're good to go. 

Locations across Sydney 

Chinatown Run Club 

Chinatown Run Club is another social club that aims to connect people via the language of movement. They don't have any set days, so it's best to follow along on social media to check when and where the next run will be. Their runs are typically around 7km and they welcome people of all experience levels so don't be shy! 

The Run Club Darling Harbour

Monday might be the toughest day to get out of bed, but we guarantee if you kick your week off with a run, you'll feel all the better for it. A great one for newbies, The Run Club Darling Harbour has its own dedicated trainer (free!) who will take you through a series of shorter runs ranging from 200m to 600m as well as drills and exercises. 

Mondays, 7:15am to 8:15am 

Villa Green South, Darling Quarter

Croissant Run Club 

If you've just been lacking the right inspiration to run, consider the issue resolved. Croissant Rub Club's motto is 'we run for croissants' and if that isn't inspiring, we don't know what is. Started as a means to connect and socialise, Croissant Run Club now has 30 clubs worldwide. Free, cruisey and devoid of pressure, Croissant Run Club runs 5km every Saturday at locations across Sydney. 

Kings Cross Track Club 

Perfecting the delicate balance between organised and relaxed, Kings Cross Track Club welcomes one and all to join their runs, each led by a Kings Cross Track Club run leader. There's no signup or membership, just turn up for a good time. Routes may vary but the times don't. Choose from their Tuesday evening social run at 6:30pm, Thursday track run at 6:30pm or Saturday morning long run at 7:30am. Check their socials here for meeting points.

The Run Club Barangaroo

Looking for something to do on a Friday that'll set you up for a fab weekend ahead? The Run Club Barangaroo could well be it. Free to join, an experienced trainer is always on hand to sort you out on tips and tricks. You'll start off with a short jog before getting into some drills to work your heart rate. A great one for people keen to glean a little guidance on their running journey. 

Fridays, 7:15am to 8:15am

Hickson Park, Barangaroo 

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