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2025 LINE-UP

Grove Lane, is a South East London running community weaving a unique tapestry of movement, style, and mindful living.

Forget the lycra and the ego-boosting gear. Grove Lane celebrates the raw, primal joy of running, stripping it back to its essence: a simple, grounding escape from the chaos of modern life.

Forget logo-mania. Grove Lane champions minimalist aesthetics with a focus on idealist fits and sustainably sourced fabrics. Think organic cotton, European craftsmanship, and limited-edition "Provisions" – a refreshing antidote to the endless cycle of fast fashion.

Grove Lane is a life where movement is a mindful practice, where quality reigns supreme, and where the journey, not just the destination, is the ultimate reward.

The Running Room is a London-based physiotherapy and coaching clinic dedicated to helping runners move well, train smart, and stay injury-free. Founded with a clear mission, to make expert care more accessible, inclusive, and human; the clinic has grown into a trusted hub for runners of all levels, from first-time joggers to experienced marathoners.

Located in East and South-West London, The Running Room offers a range of services tailored specifically for runners, including physiotherapy, strength and rehab programmes, one-to-one coaching, gait analysis, and workshops. Every service is grounded in a deep understanding of both the physical and mental demands of the sport, with a strong focus on prevention, recovery, and performance.

What sets The Running Room apart is its runner-first approach. Rather than offering generic rehab or cookie-cutter training plans, the team works collaboratively with each client to build personalised solutions that reflect their goals, challenges, and lived experience. It's a place where runners feel seen, supported, and part of something bigger.

But The Running Room is more than just a clinic, it's a growing community. Through education, partnerships, and purpose-led initiatives, the team is actively working to break down barriers in running and create space for underrepresented voices. Whether it's leading programmes for runners of colour, hosting inclusive group runs, or collaborating with brands, The Running Room is redefining what a modern running clinic can be.

From the treatment table to the start line, The Running Room is here to support the full running journey; one stride, one story, and one strong finish at a time.

WhyWeRun is more than an endurance event. It’s a movement that redefines what it means to run. It’s about pushing limits, forging connections, and discovering who you truly are out there on the trails.

The movement was born in late 2022, when a race cancellation led a group of runners to create their own event. One without competition, where the focus wasn’t on pace or results, but on the journey itself while raising money to help others. Since then, the annual 250km multistage event has raised over £150,000 for bigmoose, funding therapy sessions for those in need and proving that running can be a force for change.

Unlike traditional ultras, WhyWeRun is not a race. There are no cut-offs, no podiums, only the freedom to move however feels right. Whether running alone in quiet reflection, alongside others for support, or a mix of both, every step is an opportunity to challenge yourself and explore your own path.

But WhyWeRun is more than just an individual experience, it thrives on the connections built along the way. Conversations that carry you through tough stretches, shared moments of struggle and joy, the silent understanding between runners moving together... it's the people that make the journey unforgettable.

As WhyWeRun continues to grow, its dedicated team is expanding the movement beyond the event itself. With a growing network of endurance coaches, a run club, merchandise, partnerships, and content that spreads its message to a wider audience, WhyWeRun is evolving into something bigger than running alone.

At its core, it's about more than endurance. It’s about people.

Ferus Animi // Terra Nova is a specialist movement organisation based in Europe.

Their mission is to bring education around movement, meditation and wilderness practices to the masses.

Ferus Animi // Terra Nova's  practice-as-research methodology explores the fields of neuroscience, evolutionary physiology, functional biomechanics, performance psychology and applied philosophy.

Artistically they provide movement direction and specialism for projects across artistic media such as film, television, theatre, dance, and circus. Their educational programs aim to locate and disseminate pioneering research from the forefront of scientific and artistic thought, in relevant and accessible workshop formats that enrich the practices of our students and collaborators.

LMG was founded in 2018, and became the first dedicated Movement group in London. We host weekly classes and courses, host workshops and offer multiple personal coaching opportunities. We are a diverse group of humans engaging in many types of movement, with the intention of learning more about ourselves, both physically and mentally.

 We are dancers and photographers, accountants and managers, architects and baristas alike. We are not here to learn through a broad range of movement, mobility, strength and skill based disciplines.

Waking Dreams is a community-led progressive movement studio in the heart of East London, just off Broadway Market. 

We love and celebrate where we have landed and the diverse spectrum of humanity who make this area what it is.

The dream is simple, to empower anyone through movement, no matter background or experience by creating a warm, well-equipped and welcoming space where you can grow, develop and experience real community. 

Expect fun, playful classes offered by leaders in their field. A supportive environment and quite often an invitation to try something new. 

Individuality and inclusivity are core elements of the dream. We empower our team to carve their own path and teach their own way and continue to develop as individual beings.

Adelah's journey into yoga started as a way to heal from a knee injury, purely as a physical practice. But after years of chasing the "perfect pose" (and collecting even more injuries along the way!), she realized there was so much more to yoga than just the shapes. Exploring the other limbs of yoga transformed her practice into something deeper—thoughtful, loving movement guided by breath rather than ego.

Inspired to create an inclusive space, Adelah began teaching for those who felt out of place in traditional yoga studios—people who didn’t see themselves represented in yoga but could still benefit from its magic.

Her classes are rooted in vinyasa flow, but with a twist—more freedom, more fluidity, and way less rigidity. Instead of forcing your body into poses, you’ll be encouraged to listen, explore, and move in a way that feels good for you. Expect playful sequences, creative transitions, and a practice that invites you to find your own rhythm.

Adrian D'Costa is the founder of The Running Room, a London-based physiotherapy and coaching clinic dedicated to helping runners move well, train smart, and stay injury-free. Founded with a clear mission, to make expert care more accessible, inclusive, and human; the clinic has grown into a trusted hub for runners of all levels, from first-time joggers to experienced marathoners.

Located in East and South-West London, The Running Room offers a range of services tailored specifically for runners, including physiotherapy, strength and rehab programmes, one-to-one coaching, gait analysis, and workshops. Every service is grounded in a deep understanding of both the physical and mental demands of the sport, with a strong focus on prevention, recovery, and performance.

What sets The Running Room apart is its runner-first approach. Rather than offering generic rehab or cookie-cutter training plans, the team works collaboratively with each client to build personalised solutions that reflect their goals, challenges, and lived experience. It's a place where runners feel seen, supported, and part of something bigger.

But The Running Room is more than just a clinic, it's a growing community. Through education, partnerships, and purpose-led initiatives, the team is actively working to break down barriers in running and create space for underrepresented voices. Whether it's leading programmes for runners of colour, hosting inclusive group runs, or collaborating with brands, The Running Room is redefining what a modern running clinic can be.

From the treatment table to the start line, The Running Room is here to support the full running journey; one stride, one story, and one strong finish at a time.

Alanna is the co-founder of Arc Community, a contrast therapy wellness centre in London with a focus on holistic practices and traditional sauna ritual. She is also a holistic health expert, and a neuroscientist specializing in psychedelics. Her research focuses on psilocybin’s effects on the brain, particularly in learning, memory, and the treatment of chronic stress and inflammation. Alanna has been a trailblazer in integrate healthcare models for peak human optimization, longevity, and quality of life. 

For over a decade, she has taught breathwork, meditation, and yoga, integrating scientific research on longevity with ancient healing practices. Her multidimensional approach—rooted in body-mind awareness and expanded consciousness—guides communities through transformative classes, workshops, and retreats, helping individuals align with both the natural world and their personal evolution. With deep expertise in somatic therapy, Alanna empowers people to regulate their nervous systems and cultivate a profound connection to the heart, mind, and nature.

David Kam is a Malaysian movement artist, educator and speaker sharing queer practices of freedom and connection grounded in the philosophies of yoga, dance and architecture. He pitches movement as an expression between party and protest, a brave space #beyondasana to celebrate the joy of play and agency to combat oppression and cultivate collective care. David is currently an Activist in Residence at King’s College London researching the intersections of movement, migration and digital technologies while he continues to work across leading dance and wellness institutions, prioritising marginalised communities in London and abroad. 

Beyond the mat, David is the founder of kindredpacket, a grassroots non-profit organisation uplifting East and South East Asian (ESEA) communities through joyful activism, intergenerational storytelling and the decolonisation of wellness. As a core member of Britain’s East and South East Asian Network (besea.n), the organisation who initiated ESEA Heritage Month, David is working on a book alongside his peers highlighting UK-centred ESEA advocacy and activism. Within this capacity, David also delivers Active Bystander Trainings across the UK in collaboration with Protection Approaches to combat identity-based violence. 

Sessions with David? Think mindful movement in playful situations. A bravespace offering wild permission for collective un/structured play to expand your capacities for pleasure and self-expression. Expect heartwarming, heart-led sessions of technique and intuition empowering you to confidently navigate your own movement practice from a place of #selfdare and curiosity. Come by and test out moments where you’ve not found grace…yet.

Leading professional trail runner with The North Face team since 2022. Elsey works part time as a GP (fully qualified from March 2025). Living in Cornwall with her wife and newborn son Victor she switched from road running to trail running during the covid pandemic discovering her love and joy for trails as a stress reliever whilst working on the Covid wards in Manchester. 

Since making the making the switch from the road, she has become on of the most dominant runners of the current generation with 7 wins, 10 podiums and multiple course records and winter FKT for the famous Bob Graham Round.

Grant Grego is someone who just wants to improve 1% everyday, he is a coach, and advocate for the transformative power of endurance sports. With an impressive background that includes multiple multistage ultramarathons, a Double Distance Ironman, and four 100-mile ultramarathons in just 22 weeks, not to mention multiple sub-3-hour marathon. Grant has continually pushed the boundaries of physical and mental endurance.

Their journey into ultrarunning began as a way to navigate life. Particularly during the challenges of lockdown. Initially using running as an escape, they soon realized that endurance sports could be a tool for self-discovery rather than avoidance. This realization, combined with therapy and a reframing of their relationship with sport, led them to a deeper appreciation for the ultrarunning community and the personal growth it fosters.

Now, Grant is dedicated to helping others find their own path in endurance sports. Whether through tailored training programs or by sharing their own experiences, they aim to inspire and support runners of all levels. Their recent participation in the Ultra X Madeira 110km, where they embraced the joy of running without a rigid performance goal, reflects their evolved philosophy: that movement should be about freedom, exploration, and connection rather just results.

Beyond their own racing and coaching, Grant is passionate about using endurance sports as a vehicle for mental resilience and personal growth. Their story is one of evolution, to someone who sees running as a way to connect, heal, and give back to the community that has given them so much.

James (aka Cookie) discovered running later in life, lacing up his trainers in 2017 as a way to improve both his physical and mental health. What started as a casual 5K, driven by the classic “how hard can it be?” mindset, quickly became something much bigger. Swapping the pint glass for starting lines, he embraced the challenge, progressing through 10Ks, half marathons, and marathons before ultimately finding his true passion: ultra running.

With his sights set on a grueling 250km multi-stage race, the journey was anything but smooth. Injuries and setbacks meant it took three attempts to finally reach the finish line. But along the way, he discovered that the real lessons weren’t found at the end, rather, they came from the process of trying, failing, and trying again. In 2024, he was diagnosed with REDs and has spent the past year focusing on recovery. Now, with renewed strength, he’s back to training and gearing up for the MCC in Chamonix this August.

Ultra running has taken him to incredible places around the world, but more importantly, it has connected him with an inspiring community of like-minded people. Beyond racing, he’s found just as much joy in crewing and supporting others, helping them chase their own finish lines. Because at the heart of it all, running isn’t just about the miles, it’s about the people, the stories, and the shared pursuit of something bigger than ourselves.

Jenn Humphries is an ultra runner and WhyWeRun run coach, as well as a campaigner on for sustainability and protecting the nature and trails that she loves so much. 

Jenn's love of trail running was born on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and is all about finding joy in being outdoors, connecting with nature and the people you share the trails with. 

Jenn has had an incredible journey from by lapping a field only 5 years ago to having completed multiple marathons and ultramarathons including multistages and the 100km distance. From balancing her love for running with her 9-5, Jenn has learnt the resilience that taking on challenges gives you in all areas of life and vice versa. This has driven her passion for helping runners unlock the potential they never knew they had and seeing what great things it can lead to, on the trails or off.

Jess is a yoga and breathwork instructor whose vibrant style, coupled with her epic playlist, helps you to access your true nature: Joy!

Her background in dance enables her to create unique and fluid flows set to music that will immerse you in the joyous experience of yoga. 
Jess uses the breath as a key to access the deepest parts of your consciousness. Join her as she guides you through breathwork journeys that will take you to another planet. 

Jess is the co-founder of Firelight, a wellness, retreats and events and hub that is nestled in a 250 acre farm in rural Oxfordshire that aims to help people find a deeper connection with themselves, each other and nature.

Jules is part of the Waking Dreams team. Expect a blend of deep traditional practices and lush mobility drills with a playful and body-honoring approach. Yoga teacher, mobility coach, TCM practitioner, second-gen climber, and ex-karate sparring champ. Her classes are all about challenging yourself with lots of self-love, respect, and playfulness. Jules believes in the power of community – think strong, transformative sessions with good vibes!!! Ready for a wellness journey that’s as fun as it is powerful? Let’s go!

Juliette Denny grew up playing football but after the loss of a close friend in 2017, she turned to running as her coping mechanism and dived straight into the deep end as she took on the South Downs Way. 

Since then, she's developed a love of hiking, trail running and cycling and has taken them to the extreme, running multi-day ultramarathons through the desert, completing an Ironman, hiking through Patagonia and this year she’ll be taking on UTMB CCC.

Juliette is passionate about improving access to sports and the outdoors for women and young people, particularly those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, and her experiences out on the trails led to her being chosen for the cover of Women's Running Magazine in April 2023. 

Juliette heads up Marketing, Media and Partnerships for WhyWeRun after first supporting the event in its very first edition.

Laura Coates is a dynamic yoga teacher with a strong emphasis on movement and mobility, dedicated to helping her students build strength and flexibility through creative and challenging practices. After completing her yoga teacher training with the Peaceful Warriors in Canggu Bali, Laura developed a teaching style that incorporates powerful sequences and innovative transitions, all set to an energising soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. 

Her classes are designed to push boundaries and encourage students to explore their physical capabilities. Laura believes that movement should be both fun and challenging, and she skillfully integrates various techniques to keep students engaged and motivated. The creative flow of her sessions not only promotes mobility but also empowers participants to embrace their strength and improve their overall fitness levels.

In addition to her adult classes, Laura is passionate about introducing children to the joys of movement through yoga. Drawing on her background as a primary school teacher, she creates playful and energetic sessions that invite kids to explore their bodies and express themselves. By fostering creativity and encouraging physical activity, she equips children with skills that support their mental and emotional well-being. With her high energy, upbeat attitude and focus on movement, Laura aims to inspire all her students to challenge themselves, embrace their power, and experience the transformative benefits of yoga through music and movement.

Drop into the world of holistic transformation and inner evolution guided by Leo Oppenheim, a wellness facilitator deeply devoted to harmonising the body and mind to unlock your fullest potential.

With a diverse skill set encompassing yoga, creative movement, sound therapy, breathwork, and invigorating cold water immersions, Leo crafts a unique fusion of disciplines designed to facilitate profound mental, physical, and emotional shifts.

Lewis Robling is an endurance athlete and coach whose journey from professional rugby to ultra running has inspired a global community. After transitioning from professional rugby, Lewis found a deep passion for pushing physical and mental limits, completing races like UTMB, where he ran for over 41 hours and covered 115 miles. His journey through UTMB was documented in Full Circle, a film available on YouTube.

At the heart of his work is WhyWeRun, a movement and brand dedicated to endurance sport as a vehicle for transformation. Born from his own struggles and a desire to give back, WhyWeRun began as a fundraising effort for bigmoose, a charity that provided him with life-changing therapy. Since its inception, the annual 250km multistage ultra has raised over £150,000, funding therapy sessions for those in need and fostering a unique, purpose-driven running community.

As an online endurance coach, Lewis helps athletes develop not just their performance but also their mindset, wellbeing, and connection to the sport. His coaching philosophy blends scientific training principles with the deeper why behind endurance, drawing from his own experiences in ultra running, triathlons, and marathon racing.

Beyond coaching, Lewis shares his journey and insights through social media and content creation, capturing the essence of endurance sport and the power of human connection. He is also growing WhyWeRun alongside a dedicated team, expanding its impact through events, merchandise, and strategic partnerships that align with its mission.

Whether coaching, creating, or running, Lewis Robling continues to champion the belief that the true finish line is not just the end of a race, it’s the transformation that happens and who we become along the way.

Mark is a dad, a granddad, an environmental consultant, author of three books, a public speaker, and a qigong teacher.

Matt Bagwell is an Oxygen Advantage™ Master Instructor, teaching breathing techniques, online and in person, worldwide.  He works with individuals and teams, including Team GB and Paralympian athletes. 

Matt makes his sessions accessible for everyone, with simple science and practical applications. 

Matt is also a meditation teacher, qualified Transformational Coach, Co-founder of The Movement Project, Mental Health Ambassador, and accomplished ultramarathon trail runner. 

In his spare time, Matt is Chief Marketing Officer for Deep Green, a data centre company that recaptures the heat generated by AI and repurposes it for social good.

Maxime Galpin is a Parisian-raised runner, movement enthusiast, and mindfulness practitioner who sees running less as a way to break records and more as a path to mental and spiritual growth - breaking free from stress, expectations, and, occasionally, the need to always know where he’s going. Inspired by travels around the world and spending a few months in a Buddhist monastery (where he mastered the fine art of sitting still before deciding to do the exact opposite), he now organizes running retreats and workshops that explore movement as a tool for connection, mental well-being, and discovering himself, others, and the nature of reality.

P.S.: By the way, he’s the guy who just ran here all the way from Bristol, so please excuse the robotic, cranky posture.

Dr Mickey James is the founder of Girls To The Front and a children’s health and wellbeing research officer at Swansea University with a doctorate in human and health science. Specialising in the health and wellbeing of young people, her work encompasses play, physical activity, and co-production, ensuring that young people have their voices heard. 

As the founder of GTTF, she aims to empower young girls to use their voice, take up space and be their own brand. Through in-person functional fitness sessions, Zine workshops and health and wellbeing education, Mickey provides safe and inclusive environments that prioritise autonomy, fun and a DIY ethos.

 From coaching to researching to living life, the goal is to break boundaries and rewrite the rules.

Nat is part of the Waking Dreams team and looks to synthesise elements of play, heat and balance with her own creative language and metaphor. Drawing upon many techniques, she is a lover of Pranayama, with an overall down-regulating approach, expect moments of challenge.

Neil Frankel is the co-founder of The Movement Project and has a lifetime of experience as a coach. He is a MovNat L2 certified trainer, tennis coach and accidental Ultra-Marathon runner. 

Neil’s practise explores movement patterns, flow, balance, reactions, agility, co-ordination and rhythm that seek to redefine the relationship we have with ourselves and the environment that surrounds us. He works with a deep curiosity of what's possible and a playful approach to challenge preconceived expectations. 

Alongside his movement teaching, Neil works with a Team GB wheelchair tennis player and leads a specialist Neuro & Physical Diversity programme with a vision to break down barriers to sport and provide connection for those who need it most. 

Come & explore your true nature with Neil through movement and a 'what if' mindset.

Owen is a movement coach who’s passionate about meeting people where they’re at, to help them get where they want to be.

Founder of the Anti Gym Gym Club whose mission is to remove the barriers that conventional 
approaches create.

At the core of his coaching is play, drawing on his experience as a coach in strength and conditioning, running, gymnastics and physical literacy to create fun, challenging ways to make the rest of your life the best of your life.

Fighting Monkey Instructor, Dancer and Movement Educator

With over 20 years of international experience in dance, movement education, and performance, Samantha is an accomplished practitioner dedicated to helping people explore and expand their movement potential. Her work draws upon a rich blend of expertise, including evidence-based practices in movement science, a deep understanding of the art of dance, and a profound empathy rooted in her personal recovery from two major accidents.

Samantha has taught workshops and performed globally, from years touring with a Hollywood dance company to, in more recent years, collaborating with healthcare professionals, athletes, and movement enthusiasts to foster resilience, coordination, and creative expression. Her extensive background includes five years working in a physiotherapy clinic in France, where she supported patients with acquired brain injuries, and current research through a Trinity College London scholarship as part of her master’s degree in Dance Science. She also actively involved in arts and health initiatives, including a placement with Trinity Laban and Lewisham Hospital focused on dance for neurological rehabilitation.

Whether you’re a trail runner seeking better movement efficiency, a dancer looking for new inspiration, or simply curious about the power of movement, Samantha offers space to connect with your body in ways that are playful and transformative.

Sophie Vecchione (@runfreerehab) is a specialist running physiotherapist, ultra-marathon coach, and trail runner with a deep passion for endurance running—both personally and professionally.

As her love for the sport grew, Sophie developed a special interest in working with endurance athletes, particularly those affected by Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). Her expertise in this area led to her becoming the first physiotherapist to join Renee McGregor’s team, working alongside leading professionals in endurance sports. She also founded RunFreeRehab, her own virtual clinic where she helps runners recover from injury, build resilience, and optimize performance.

A lifelong lover of the outdoors, Sophie’s adventures have taken her from Everest Base Camp (2017) to the trails of Madeira, where she completed her first ultra-marathon in 2024—an experience that deepened her passion for the sport. As the lead therapist for the Why We Run team since its creation in 2022, she supports runners in achieving their ultra-marathon goals, combining expert care with real-world experience.

Beyond injury rehab, Sophie is passionate about cutting through the noise of running misinformation. She is committed to educating runners on injury prevention, proper fueling, and recovery strategies, ensuring they can enjoy the sport for years to come. Whether on the trails or in the clinic, her mission remains the same: help runners move better, train smarter, and run free.

Taylor is part of the Waking Dreams team. Taylor sees movement as a form of self-expression—an artful blend of joy, play, and intention. Her classes are more than just exercise; they are an exploration of how mindful movement bridges the mind, body, and soul, unlocking strength, fluidity, and transformation. With a deep focus on breath and presence, Taylor empowers others to move with awareness, turning each practice into a catalyst for balance and vitality that ripples far beyond the mat.

Tom English is a movement specialist and performance scientist, and the founder of movement research collective Ferus Animi // Terra Nova. 

Tom's expertise sits in the intersection between movement training, motor learning, neuroscience, evolutionary physiology and performance psychology. He has presented research at institutions including p.a.r.t.s., the UK Dance conservatoires (Rambert/LCDS/NSCD/Laban), The Embodiment Conference and the European School of Osteopathy amongst others. He is the Course Leader of the MA Dance: Performance Programme at London Contemporary Dance School / University of the Arts London, and a member of faculty at the Oxford School of Drama, where he has built a course of curriculum on performance psychology/physiology and movement studies. Tom has worked as a movement consultant for Warner Brothers, Working Title Film, Netflix and Universal Pictures.

He studied at the Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance (Foundation Degree), London Contemporary Dance School (Bachelor of Arts with Honours), the Oxford School of Drama (Postgraduate Diploma), Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance (Master of Science), and Barca Universitas (Certificate in Neurobiology and Sports Performance/Certificate in Neuroscience and Training). He is a current student at the University of Oxford, studying for a Master of Studies degree in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy. Tom wrote his Masters Thesis on the relationships between mindfulness-based training and flow states in contemporary performance practices. His personal movement practice is informed by ongoing research under the teachings of Grandmaster Tae Yong Lee of Sang Moo, Moshé Feldenkrais, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Kristin Linklater, Wim Hof, Professor Guilherme Arashiro, Mestre Itamar, David Zambrano, Bruno Caverna, Linda Kapetanea & Jozef Frucek and the writings of Shunryū Suzuki, Yoshi Oïda and 'neuroplastician' Norman Doidge.

Wil is a movement coach with a passion for exploration, learning, and growth. His journey into movement began with a desire to understand his own body and mind better, and it has since evolved into a lifelong pursuit of self-discovery and personal development.
 
Wil believes that movement is more than just physical exercise; it's a way of life. It's about exploring our potential, learning new skills, and growing both physically and mentally. It's about connecting with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us.