7 fun running groups in Singapore to keep you on track

Join Run To Walk for a friendly and motivating environment as you transition into a healthier lifestyle. This not-for-profit movement conducts free, bi-weekly 4.8km runs that begin at Bedok Reservoir and is open to anyone regardless of age or running ability. The cool thing about Run To Walk is also their educational mission – under RTWedu, they aim to encourage the sedentary to engage in a well-balanced lifestyle, impart tips to runners, and support student athletes. 

Savour a run around the lovely Peirce reservoirs in the company of like-minded runners at Peirce Reservoir Runners. The group welcomes beginner and ultra-runners alike to tackle the hilly intervals at the reservoir, occasionally exploring new routes together. Peirce Reservoir Runners meets at 7.30am on alternate Saturdays and Sundays, and even holds regular speedwork and strength training sessions during the weekdays. To keep yourself updated on activities, simply join their private Facebook group. 

Part of a global movement that spans 50 cities, Adidas Runners Singapore offers members weekly sessions and monthly workshops that will help them achieve their fitness goals in a well-paced manner. Expect fresh routes and challenges every week, each time focusing on different aspects of fitness such as strength, speed and endurance. Adidas Runners Singapore has also adapted to pandemic restrictions with an AR TKOVER virtual series so that you can stay motivated and on the ball with your running journey. 

The good thing about SAFRA Running Club? They run from multiple locations to cater to members living in different parts of the city. Whether you live in Jurong, Toa Payoh, Yishun or Punggol, you'll never run alone. Non-members pay $33 while members pay $21 for a two-year membership. This qualifies you for access to regular leisure runs and location group social runs with experienced runners as guides and pacers, social gatherings outside of running, discounts on selected gear and stamina training sessions by experts. Find out more at SAFRA. 

If you enjoy running in a diversity of locations, then Kikikukiki Runners is the group for you. This friendly bunch visits a different place almost every time, hitting up routes at Labrador Park, Punggol, the city centre, and more. Joining is free and easy – just drop them a message on their Facebook group page. With a 'leave no man behind' philosophy and the promise of good conversation, Kikikukiki Runners will colour all your jogs with joy and camaraderie. 

Jurong Lake Gardens is a pretty spot for running in the West –only made better with some friends. Make some at Jurong Lake Running Club, a free and volunteer-run group that conducts three training sessions a week all year round. If you're serious about improving your fitness and race times, you'll be glad to know that the club has varied sessions involving intervals and fartleks to train your speed and endurance. To join, just show up at the Chinese Garden Main Entrance and sign-up on the spot. 

Cross-country runners who are dead serious about improving their run times and aerobic fitness only need to look to MacRitchie Runners 25 to get the training and motivation they need. It is one of the oldest running clubs in Singapore, founded way back in August 1976 by a doctor and avid runner Dr Siak Chong Leng. And it's pretty exclusive too – accepting only runners who have proven that they can run 5km in 25 minutes on a cross-country course in MacRitchie. They run regular Sunday runs at the reservoir, with progressive runs every other month and opportunities to join ultra-marathons. Nevertheless, the vibe remains close-knitted and supportive, so don't be intimidated.