MEET OUR COMMUNITY champions
Hackney Moves is proud to be working with some incredible Community Champions in 2025.
Scroll down to find out more about the Community Organisations and running clubs and that we will be working with and the vital work they do in their local areas.
MEET OUR COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS
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HACKNEY CHILDREN & BABY BANK
The Hackney Children & Baby Bank supports families in need across Hackney and nearby boroughs by providing essential items. We supply children’s clothing, coats, shoes, toys, books, toiletries, nappies, and baby equipment such as buggies, Moses baskets, and highchairs. Our mission is to ease financial pressures on families, promote sustainability through reusing items, and ensure every child has access to basic necessities for a safe and supported start in life during challenging times.
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HACKNEY GIVING
Hackney Giving supports local grassroots community groups via donations from individuals and businesses. We have a focus on health and wellbeing and bringing people together as well as help in times of crisis.
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BETAMINDS
Empowering marginalised communities through personal, social, emotional, and mental wellbeing initiatives. We foster connection, resilience, and growth by providing inclusive support, creative learning spaces, and intergenerational community engagement.
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GOODGYM
Our mission is to support and encourage adults in every city to combine regular exercise with helping isolated and older people and community projects.
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HACKNEY SHED
Hackney Shed is an inclusive Youth Theatre Company.
We seek to advance appreciation of and participation in the performing arts, and to develop social inclusion skills and community cohesion, particularly for the benefit of children and young people in Hackney and surrounding areas. -
SOLE STRIDERS
Sole Striders is a women-led running community committed to empowering women of all backgrounds to embrace movement, build confidence, and foster connections.
We aim to break barriers, promote well-being, and inspire a lifelong love for running. Together, we stride towards strength, resilience, and sisterhood.
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HACKNEY MIGRANT CENTRE
At Hackney Migrant Centre, we provide essential support to refugees, asylum seekers, and other migrants in need, offering free, expert advice on immigration and welfare. Our services extend beyond advice—we create a welcoming and community space where individuals can access a warm meals, connect with others, and feel part of a supportive community.
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Mindful Strides
A community designed for you to feel empowered physically, mentally, socially, and creatively. We’re passionate about looking at where the pillars of well-being intersect and helping you nurture what needs to grow.
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CAMINO ULTRA
We are a London based ultramarathon events and coaching company. Established five years ago by Hackney based runners Paula, Darren and the Running Mayor of London David. Whilst our CV of running events include UTMB, Speed Project, Badwater, Spartathlon etc we love focusing on sharing our love and expertise of running with people new to the sport. We host local trail and community events that are welcome for all throughout the year.
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Muslim Sports Network
Muslim Sports Network (MSN), a community-focused organisation dedicated to promoting health, fitness, and well-being through sports and physical activities. At MSN, we believe in the transformative power of sports to empower individuals, foster inclusivity, and strengthen community bonds. goes here
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MUSLIM RUNNERS
Muslim Runners is committed to promoting diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility in running. We have grown into a vibrant community, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and confidence among our members. Join us in our mission to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and make running accessible and enjoyable for all.
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TRAIL FAM
TrailFam is committed to use Trail running as a powerful tool to improve the lives of young people. As a sport on the rise, we provide access, support, and opportunities for young people through school and community runs to develop resilience, confidence, and a deeper connection with movement. Our mission is to break barriers, inspire growth, and empower the next generation through the challenge of the trails through the power of community, discovering new possibilities beyond the city streets.
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RUNNPAC
Your journey is our journey – Enhancing performance and wellbeing at every fitness level. Dedicated to being part of every member's journey whilst being an inclusive and diverse community for both new and experienced runners.
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COMMON GROUND RUN CLUB
Our mission is to build a hyper local running community in Dalston, designed to facilitate and create social connections.We offer an inclusive space for people to connect through movement, united by Common Ground. We offer a space for runners to be themselves, meet new people, and build a community. An opportunity to do something positive for their mind, body, and neighbourhood. We are Common Ground Run Club, where no one runs alone.
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FLY GIRL COLLECTIVE
Fly Girl Collective is a leading wellness community in London empowering Black women and women of colour to embrace movement, build confidence, and achieve their life goals. Through running, resources, events and personal development coaching, we inspire women to thrive, live well, and build meaningful connections rooted in sisterhood.
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RUNDERBOLTS
Runderbolts is a community that uses running, swimming & cycling as a tool to bring people together and work towards a more diverse and inclusive industry. We host weekly crew runs, treasure hunts, weekend trail training and many more. Runderbolts seeks to inspire the community to push beyond boundaries in a welcoming and supportive family environment.
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BRKEDOFF
BRKEDOFF’s sole aim is to unite and inspire people from all backgrounds to be the best version of themselves. All whilst ensuring the community side of things always. We aim to build connections, self confidence and show that running is for EVERYONE.
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PANA RUN CLUB
Founded by four friends in 2023, Pana Run Club was established as a means for us to see eachother more. Today, our focus is on making running accessible for those like us, who never really saw themselves as runners!
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Hackney Laces
Make football a beautiful, fulfilling and fun reality for all women and girls and to give as many of them as possible opportunities in football and life.
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Overtime Club
Overtime Club’s focus is centred around fostering a community of togetherness through likeminded individuals from all different ages, races and backgrounds. The club was founded by two brothers in 2024, where a real family atmosphere has been created within the club. Every week members challenge themselves do better, be better, whilst also sharing many moments of happiness and laughter.
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TRACK & CORE
T&C Track & Core is an East London running crew built on Community, Connection, and Diversity. It brings runners together for structured track sessions, fostering inclusivity, resilience, and growth. Meeting weekly at the London Marathon Community Track, T&C champions teamwork, respect, and excellence—empowering runners to be better, achieve and thrive in a supportive, diverse, and dynamic environment. Run further, together & we have 4 UKA qualified coaches Mo, Sofie, Marc & Fleur.
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ASRA CLUB
ASRA is here to create a safe space centering Muslim women in sports, wellness, and sisterhood, allowing them to unlock their inner athlete through sports.
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The Nov Way
NOV aims to launch a series of active initiatives to improve community health and performance through physical activity and education. We are dedicated to creating environments for those who have never felt like they belonged or been represented.
Through our weekly Monday run club, growing annual run festival ‘Run the ends’ and youth initiative we cater for all abilities In the safety, trust and accountability of our NOV Community. This is our community. Our responsibility. -
BUSY RUN CLUB
Busy Run Club is for the people by the people, and for us, running is more than just movement. We exist to dispel myths around running being just for runners. Running is a lifestyle, a vibe, and a celebration of what makes each one of us extraordinary. The BRC mission is to create and nurture an inclusive, motivating, and vibrant environment for our community, where our energy is contagious, our individuality thrives, and our goals are smashed- together.
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London Arab Running Club
We are an inclusive Sunday run club, catering for the Arab community and those interested in learning more about the Arab culture.
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RUN SOCIAL HARROW
Free Wednesday weekly Social Run. Bringing together people and communities. Why run when you can Run Social.
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Sexy Pace Run Crew
Sexy Pace Run Crew was founded to create a safe space for women from all backgrounds and running abilities to come together and run at their own pace. No one gets left behind, and beginners are the real VIPs. We’re big on good vibes, great chats, and making running feel fun and easy. SPRC champions strong and meaningful connections that go far beyond our Saturday runs.