TYA Running Collective: Where Every Run Ends with a Fika in Malmö

In the beautiful city of Malmö, a new social running club was founded in September 2023. TYA Running Collective was started by founder Erik as an informal group for people who simply love running. They have since grown into a small but dedicated community with a clear goal: to connect runners of all levels and demonstrate that the sport doesn’t have to be intimidating or overly competitive.

The philosophy of TYA Running Collective is to make running fun and social, support a healthy lifestyle and community spirit, and welcome everyone regardless of age, pace, or experience. The crew is led by Kim, who handles the group's social media. They have successfully created a pressure-free environment where social connection is just as important as the run itself.

The culture of TYA Running Collective revolves around their signature weekly event: the Sunday morning run. The team meets every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at S:t Knuts Torg, a charming square in the city. Their runs are intentionally relaxed, usually covering 5 kilometers at a pace of 6:00-6:30 min/km, making them ideal for beginners and anyone looking for a social workout. The most important part of the event is what follows. True to their motto, "fika afterwards is not a must but encouraged!" the group heads to a local café to chat, laugh, and enjoy the morning together.

TYA Running Collective warmly invites everyone to join. They are an open community organized through Strava and Instagram. You are welcome to meet at their location at S:t Knuts Torg and help "make running a reason to smile."

As a growing team, TYA is a key part of the vibrant running scene in Malmö. The city is also home to other running groups and clubs that, together, create a supportive environment for athletes. Their location in Malmö also puts them in the heart of the Greater Copenhagen area, with easy access to the extensive running community across the Öresund Bridge, which is home to legendary groups like NBRO Running and Mikkeller Running Club.

The city of Malmö is the third-largest in Sweden, known for its progressive, green, and bike-friendly culture. This makes it a great city for runners. The crew's starting point at S:t Knuts Torg is ideal for exploring the city's beautiful routes, including the paths through the "park of parks," Pildammsparken, and the canalside trails of Kungsparken. The main racing event in the city is the Malmö Half Marathon, which takes participants on a scenic tour of the city.