Organizations in Berlin

Gegen Running grew out of Gegenpresse, a Berlin football community built on weekly matches and a shared magazine. When the crew laced up running shoes, they brought their friendships with them. Founded in June 2024, Gegen Running is rooted in genuine connection, where strangers become teammates and teammates become friends, one run at a time. They gather at Tempelhofer Feld, Berlin's iconic open space, bringing a philosophy that blends football, running, creativity, and cold drinks after every session. This is a crew of friends who show up for each other, not just for the sport. Open to everyone, Gegen Running proves that the best runs happen when community comes first.

Kraft Runners Berlin started in October 2016 when six friends who'd worked together as Nike+ Run Club pacers decided to build something entirely their own. They wanted more than structured pace groups, so they launched a crew rooted in genuine friendships and real community. Today, runners of every level gather Tuesday evenings at Cafe Kraft for mile repeats, bridge sprints, and interval work. The philosophy is simple: free workouts, mandatory good vibes, and the belief that performance means becoming a better version of yourself, not just running faster. Post-run gatherings at Cheers Kiez Pizza keep the energy alive long after the final repeat.