Find your running besties
Connect with local runners by pace, schedule, distance, and vibe on RunCats. Meet up for casual runs, or build a habit with someone who gets it.
When you want to run with company, but not just any company
You want someone who matches your pace, your schedule, and your energy
But running groups or clubs don't work for everyone. Finding people in random places online feels risky and insufficient.
You're looking for a convenient, awkward-free way to find runners, wherever you are in the world
Psst! Not yet a runner? You're welcome here too! Starting with a friend is a great way to begin your running journey.
RunCats is here to make it a heck ton simpler to run together
Find runners on the same wavelength
No painful mismatches. No guessing games. RunCats lets you filter by pace, distance, goals, and schedule so you can find people who run like you do.
Message them directly on the app to arrange a run you look forward to. We heard y'all wanted group chats as well, so that's in!
Safety. Safety. Safety.
Finding people to run with should feel good, not stressful or weird.
You choose what you share, and who can message you. Your details stay private by default. We only ask for what’s truly necessary.
We're adding in privacy-conscious verification features, so you can feel more secure running with people you meet on the app.
Community, but without the pressure
Maybe you just want to say, “I'm running today at this place, this time, this pace,” and see who turns up.
Maybe you're looking to build something more regular. Or maybe you just want low-key company.
Connect on more than pace
Share your personality, running style, and goals. Whether you run for peace, challenge, or health, there's space for it here.
Picking up running with a friend is a great way to stay consistent. Training for a race? A pal to share the challenge can make it feel easier. Finding someone who shares your journey and clicks with you makes it special.
Hobbies, passions, obsessions — go for it.
- 🧙♂️ Fantasy
- 🧘 Yoga
- 🏕️ Camping
- 🌈 LGBTQ+ rights
- 🎲 Board games
- 🎨 Painting
- 📷 Photography
- 🌌 Stargazing
- 🍿 Terrible movies
- 🥋 Martial arts
- 🌱 Gardening
- 🎸 Music
- 🧛 Folklore and cryptids
- 🌎 Travel
Find people who fit with you
Another running newbie so you can support each other
An accountability partner to keep each other motivated
Friends and genuine connection
A yapper who will distract you during 20km runs
People you feel safe and comfortable with running outside
A buddy who also wants to get faster
Here's the science
Running with others really works .
Greater commitment and consistency with training
Higher self-esteem, confidence, and mood
Helps stick to goals
Builds friendships and social support
Workouts feel easier
More enjoyment from running and exercise
RunCats is made to bring runners together
When you want an app to find people to run with. But easily and on your terms.
Running apps
Friend-finding apps
Run clubs/groups
RunCats: Origins
What happens when you have a runner who moves overseas to a small town in the UK?
She doesn't know anyone, but she makes friends with the neighbourhood cats while running. This is great because she loves cats, but it hasn't brought her any closer to running with people.
Maria and one of the runcats.
Fortunately, she's also a programmer.
As soon as she found out that other people wanted the same thing that she did — to safely find runners doing pace in her area and on her schedule — she wanted to make this happen!
Goal: To make it SUPER easy to find awesome people to run with.
