About Us
Welcome to Nigeria’s premier running club.
Abuja Run Club is a vibrant and inclusive fitness club that brings together running enthusiasts of all levels. We are a spirited group of peak-performance runners motivating each other across finish lines.
Established on the belief that running is not just a physical activity, but also a way of connecting people and building a supportive community, Abuja Run Club provides a safe space for individuals to challenge themselves, improve their fitness levels, and achieve their personal goals.
With its diverse range of members, from beginners to seasoned marathoners, the club offers a variety of group runs, workouts, and training programs, catering to everyone’s needs. Whether it’s a scenic trail run or an intense speed session on the track, Abuja Run Club shows that running is not only about pushing one’s limits but also about fostering camaraderie and enjoying the journey together. With regular social events, workshops, and races, we ensure that our members not only become better runners but also build lasting friendships, making every run a memorable and fulfilling experience.
Every week we gather at a prearranged location, perform simple exercises and take to the streets of Abuja to run and experience the city on a whole different level.
Contact us for info on the location for this coming Saturday.
So whether you are beginning your running journey or you have years of experience, we have a place for you.
Our Mission
To empower you to run.
As Nigeria’s premier running club, our mission is simple – to empower you to run.
To run better, to run faster, to run happier.
We aim to get people moving through physical-activity coaching and social motivation.
Our Services
Runners of all levels are welcome. We offer one on one in-person coaching, online coaching, and structured group sessions led by coach Ekanem. Our programs are very interactive and practice-centered.
Address: Section 10 Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
Our Coach
Uwak Ekanem is the founder and head coach of Abuja Run Club. He spent his university years running Covenant University wherein one of those years he was champion of the Tech Week Scavenger Race.
He has been running for a decade and has won several races.
Uwak started his coaching career in 2014 and spent three (3) years at Bodyrox Fitness Studios as a trainer and coach, coaching clients on how to improve performance, raise awareness and make healthier life choices. He is one of the American Council on Exercise, Certified Personal Trainers in Abuja, Nigeria, and a Certified Running Coach with UESCA.
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“One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn't as individuals.” – Jean Vanier
Activity
To achieve our mission, we want people to get people. Running is the most ancient form of staying active.
Through coaching and shared resources, we hope to nudge people to make healthier decisions and live active fulfilling lives.
Safety
Out on a run- or any activity at all, we want runners to feel confident, aware, and safe. This means constantly teaching and training self-awareness and self-defense skills to sharpen safety of the group.
These important skills are carried forward into your daily life outside running.
Community
Whatever the goal, whether it’s crossing the finish line or experiencing memorable runs. We can only go far and achieve more when we have each other.
We can achieve so much when we come together. That’s why we believe everyone has a part to play as a move forward together.