Bergen Morning Miles
social run club
📍Bryggen
All-level morning run crew looping hills and harbour routes in Bergen
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
All levelsMorning runsHills and harbour
Free Run Clubs in Oslo
Free club snapshot
Oslo Runners, Nike Run Club, November Project and Parkrun host 100% free runs multiple times weekly with pace leaders for beginners.
Updated 25 Dec 2025See free clubs list
TL;DR
- •Oslo Runners offers free weekly runs for all paces and levels
- •Nike Run Club Oslo meets Tuesday/Thursday at 18:00 (free, all levels)
- •November Project Oslo runs free workouts Wednesdays at 06:30
- •Most clubs require no registration - just show up and introduce yourself
- •All pace groups welcome from 5:00-7:00 min/km for beginners to sub-4:00 for experienced runners
Oslo's free running clubs provide supportive communities for runners of all levels without membership fees or registration requirements. From beginner-friendly groups to serious marathon training, these clubs meet weekly across Oslo offering social runs, coaching, and motivation. This guide lists the best free running communities, meeting times, and what to expect as a first-timer.
Oslo Free Running Clubs Overview
| Club | Schedule | Location | Pace | Beginner? | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oslo Runners | Multiple times weekly | Various locations | 4:30-7:00 min/km | Yes | Instagram: @oslorunners |
| Nike Run Club Oslo | Tue/Thu 18:00 | Nike Store, Bogstadveien | 4:30-6:00 min/km | Yes | Instagram: @nikeruncluboslo |
| November Project Oslo | Wed 06:30 | Bislett Stadion | All levels | Yes | Instagram: @novemberprojectoslo |
| Runners High Oslo | Wed 18:00, Sun 10:00 | Aker Brygge | 5:00-6:30 min/km | Yes | Instagram: @runnershighoslo |
| SATS Running Club | Weekly varies | Multiple SATS locations | 5:30-7:00 min/km | Yes | Free (SATS membership recommended) |
For a complete guide to Oslo running clubs, see our run clubs guide
Getting Started with Run Clubs
- 1.No registration needed: Most clubs operate drop-in style. Check their Instagram/Facebook for current meeting times and locations.
- 2.Arrive 5-10 minutes early: Introduce yourself to the group leader or regulars. They'll explain pace groups and routes.
- 3.Bring water and proper shoes: Most runs are 5-12km. Running stores like Løplabbet offer free gait analysis for shoe fitting.
- 4.Follow your pace: Clubs split into pace groups (beginners 4:00-7:00 min/km, intermediate 5:00-6:00, advanced sub-5:00). Don't push too hard on your first run.
- 5.Social element: Most clubs grab coffee or beer after runs. It's as much social as athletic.
Top Free Run Club Picks
Bergen Parkrun
timed 5k
📍Oslo
Weekly free 5K parkrun event in Bergen parks.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:light
Timed 5KCommunityAll levels
Bergen Running Club
social run club
📍Bryggen
Free Bergen social run club looping around Bryggen and hillside routes
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:moderate
HillsHarbour routesAll levels
BFG Bergen Løpeklubb
athletics club
📍Oslo
Athletics club in Bergen co-organising Tunnelløpet and local races.
Membership
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
ClubRaces
Grødem Runners
social run club
📍Oslo
Run club in Randaberg/Stavanger area with community meetups and partner discounts.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
CommunityDiscount partners
GTI Friidrettsklubb Stavanger
athletics club
📍Oslo
Athletics club in Stavanger with organised training and race participation.
Membership
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
ClubRaces
Kondis Oslo
competitive run club
📍Frogner Park
Run club for experienced runners focusing on race preparation
Free
Level:advanced
Intensity:high
Experienced runnersFaster pacesTraining plansRace-focused
Løplabbet Couch-to-5K
beginner run club
📍Bogstadveien
Free 8-week program taking non-runners to 5K ability
Free
Level:beginner
Intensity:light
Complete beginners8-week programExpert coachingStructured progression
Mikkeller Running Club Bergen
social run club
📍Apollon platebar
Mikkeller RC Bergen chapter meeting at Apollon/bar routes for social runs.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialBeer runAll levels
Nike Run Club Oslo
guided run club
📍Bogstadveien
Free guided runs with structured training programs from Nike Store
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:moderate
Guided runsStructured trainingTuesday/ThursdayProfessional coaching
Oslo Parkrun Series
timed 5k
📍Tøyen Park / Ekebergsletta / Frognerparken
Free weekly timed 5K parkrun events at multiple Oslo parks including Tøyen, Ekebergsletta, and Frognerparken.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:light
Timed 5KCommunityMultiple locations
Skyggesiden Running Club
social run club
📍Central Oslo (runs weekly, e.g. Wednesdays 18:00) - meet at Skyggesiden Bar
5K social run + afterrun at Skyggesiden Bar with fixed 5/7km route and social atmosphere.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Social5K social runAfterrun at bar
Mikkeller Running Club Oslo
social run club
📍Henry & Sallys (clubhouse) - runs typically start from the pub
Social running + beer clubhouse with runs typically starting from Henry & Sallys pub.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialBeer clubhouseAll levels
Oslo Hash House Harriers
social run club
📍See Meetup/event listing; runs weekly
Social / fun running (hash) group with weekly runs - winter Saturdays & summer evenings.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialFun running (hash) groupWeekly runs
KL Running Club
interval run club
📍Sagene / Kjelsås (Oslo)
Oslo social run club (Est. 2020, Kjelsås/Sagene). Interval focus with Tuesday sessions (e.g., 1500m x3–6) around Nordre gravlund area. Everyone welcome; consistency, PBs, coffee, community. Follow @klrunningclub for weekly details.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:moderate
IntervalsSocialAll welcomeFree
Oslo Run Club
social run club
📍Oslo
Inclusive Wednesday 17:00 run in Oslo; all levels welcome, route announced on Instagram.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialAll levelsCentral meet
Oslo Sportslager Run Club
social run club
📍Torggata 20
Free weekly social run from Oslo Sportslager (Torggata 20). Wednesday 17:00; example 10 km at ~6:00 min/km. Follow @oslosportslagerrunclub for details.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:moderate
All levelsSocial runRetail partner
Mediocre Athletics Club (MAC)
social run club
📍Amerikalinjen / Carls
Free, very social Oslo club. Saturday 10@10 (10 km @10:00) from Amerikalinjen, Jernbanetorget 2. Wednesday 5 km @17:30 from Carls, Trondheimsveien 113. All levels welcome; pace-friendly ~6:15–6:30 min/km suggested.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:moderate
SocialAll welcomeTwo weekly runs
No Bad Days Running Club Bergen
social run club
📍Central routes
Social running club in Bergen with central meetups and events.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialAll levels
Northern Runners Tromsø
social run club
📍Oslo
Tromsø-based running community with events and group runs.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
CommunityAll levelsEvents
November Project Oslo
fitness run club
📍Bislett
Free high-intensity morning workouts combining running and bodyweight exercises
Free
Level:intermediate, advanced
Intensity:high
High-intensityBodyweight exercisesMorning workoutsCommunity
Oslo Runners
social run club
📍Multiple locations
Free social run club with multiple weekly sessions for all levels
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:light
SocialAll levelsMultiple weekly runsBeginner-friendly
Oslo Trail Running Club
trail run club
📍Nordmarka
Trail running group exploring Nordmarka's extensive trail network
Free
Level:intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
Trail runningNordmarka routesWeekend long runsNature focus
Runners High Oslo
social run club
📍Aker Brygge
Relaxed social run club meeting at scenic Aker Brygge
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Waterfront routesSocialAll levelsBeginner-friendly
SATS Runners
gym run club
📍Multiple SATS locations
SATS-organized running programs with certified instruction
Included with SATS membership
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Beginner programsCouch-to-5kStructured trainingInstructor-led
Sellanraa Løpeklubb
social run club
📍Sellanraa
Social run club meeting at Sellanraa café for Friday runs in Trondheim.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialAll levelsCoffee run
Stavanger Parkrun
timed 5k
📍Mosvatnet
Weekly free timed 5K around Mosvatnet lake in Stavanger
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:light
Timed 5KCommunityBeginner-friendly
Stavanger Run Crew
social run club
📍City centre
Community run crew in Stavanger with harbour loops and interval sessions
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
All pacesHarbour routesIntervals
TRHM Løpeklubb
social run club
📍Oslo
Trondheim social/club running group with regular training.
Membership/club
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
ClubTraining
Tromsø Løpeklubb
athletics club
📍Oslo
Athletics/run club in Tromsø with organised training across venues.
Membership
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
ClubTraining
Tromsø Midnight Runners
social run club
📍Tromsø centre
Evening and midnight sun runs around Tromsø for all paces
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Midnight sunAll levelsCommunity
Tromsø Night Runners
social run club
📍City centre
Evening run club in Tromsø with winter-friendly pacing and all-level groups
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Evening runsAll levelsWinter friendly
Trondheim Parkrun
timed 5k
📍Lade
Free weekly timed 5K around Lade for all paces
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:light
Timed 5KCommunityBeginner-friendly
Trondheim Run Crew
social run club
📍Solheimsviken
Trondheim community run crew with intervals and easy runs
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
All pacesIntervalsSocial
Trondheim Runners
social run club
📍Oslo
Open running group in Trondheim with social runs via FB.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
CommunityAll levels
Vidar Running Club
competitive run club
📍Bislett
Established athletics club with track training and competitive focus
Free
Level:intermediate, advanced
Intensity:high
CompetitiveTrack sessionsProfessional coachingClub membership
Manchester Canal Crews
social run club
📍Oslo
Canal-side social club running intervals and open runs with music playlists.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
SocialCanal routesBeginner friendly
Boxers Run Club
training run club
📍Oslo
Run crew hosted by boxing gyms with tempo runs, hill repeats, and community socials.
Free
Level:intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
Boxing gymsPace groupsStrength
Harbour Runners Bristol
social run club
📍Oslo
Community group running harbor circuits and park loops with coffee socials.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Harbour loopsCommunityAll levels
Tartan Trail Runs
trail run club
📍Oslo
Social trail club exploring Arthur's Seat, Pentland, and the Royal Mile at various paces.
Free
Level:intermediate, advanced
Intensity:moderate
TrailHill repeatsCastle views
Fjord Runners Aalborg
community run club
📍Oslo
Community run club looping along the fjord with gentle pace groups.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
FjordCommunityAll levels
Forest Paces Aarhus
social run club
📍Oslo
Gentle run club winding through Marselisborg forest with post-run coffee.
Free
Level:beginner, intermediate
Intensity:light
Forest routesRecoveryInclusive
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Most social running clubs like Oslo Runners, Nike Run Club Oslo, November Project, and Runners High Oslo are completely free with no membership fees or registration requirements. Just show up at the meeting point.
No. All clubs welcome beginners and split into pace groups (typically 5:00-7:00 min/km for beginners). It's about community and consistent training, not competition. Many first-timers start by walking portions.
Bring running shoes (visit Løplabbet for free gait analysis if needed), water bottle, and weather-appropriate clothing. Most runs are 5-12km. Arrive 10 minutes early to introduce yourself and hear route/pace group explanations.
Yes. Most Oslo running clubs operate year-round, including winter. Bring headlamp for dark mornings/evenings, reflective gear, and layers (Oslo winters average -5 to 0°C). Some clubs reduce frequency in deep winter (January-February).
Both. Most clubs combine running with social elements - post-run coffee/beer, weekend long runs with breakfast, and occasional events. November Project is known for intense workouts + strong community. Nike Run Club and Oslo Runners are more relaxed.