MEET OUR CAPTAINS
ROMI
If you don’t know Romi you don’t know RUN-N-RAVE!
Romi brings next level energy passion and motivation to every RUN-N-RAVE session.
She is all about helping everyone find their stride, whether they’re first-timers or marathon veterans. Her positive vibes and ability to see and meet everyone, wherever they are at, no matter where their confidence is at or what is going on in their life, that’s what makes Romi Romi.
When she’s not leading the run, Romi’s probably indulging her coffee addiction.
KASI
Once a dedicated triathlete, Kasi crossed the Ironman finish line and realized the hardest part wasn’t the race — it was figuring out what came next. After stepping away from triathlon, she kept what she loved most: running. That passion eventually led her to Hyrox, where endurance meets strength and every workout feels like a test of both grit and joy.
Beyond training, Kasi’s heart beats with RUN-N-RAVE — the Thursday 7 am crew that turned into her second home. What began as a casual run in June 2024 grew into a true family for her. Now a captain, she channels her energy into supporting the runs, organizing events, helping to manage social media.
For Kasi, it’s not just about the miles — it’s about the people, the shared love of movement and keeping the good vibes alive.
LOTTE
Sports have been part of Lotte’s life since childhood. From track and field to Muay Thai and now Hyrox. Movement has always been her way to challenge herself, connect with others, and grow stronger, physically & mentally.
At RUN-N-RAVE, Lotte is all about building strength, confidence, and community. Whether you’re chasing a new PB or just showing up for the joy of movement, her goal is to create a space where everyone feels supported, motivated, and empowered to push their limits.
TETIANA
“I showed up to RUN-N-RAVE three summers ago out of curiosity. I had an ankle injury and was just trying to survive my first few kilometers, but the morning energy, coffee, and breakfasts were enough to make me stay.”
Since then, Teti has run a Polar Night Half Marathon, gone distances she never planned on, and somehow ended up with some of her favorite people 💪 the kind you’re actually happy to see before sunrise.
The trade-off? No more late Wednesday nights, and her boxing gloves are still at home, waiting for her to come back from the run.
SOFIA
Sofia loves getting to know new faces and always makes people feel welcome.
She loves chatting about anything and can get lost in long conversations about the theory of things.
Shes loves running in the cold months more than the warm months so you’ll see her rain or snow at 7am bringing her best RNR energy!
PADDY
Paddy is a huge running nerd and is more than willing to impart his knowledge on anybody willing to listen.
Always there to welcome new runners to the group, you will find him at RUN-N-RAVE week in, week-out.
A qualified running coach, Paddy strives to help runners have a greater belief in their own abilities. When Paddy's not running, he's probably travelling somewhere (thinking about his next running adventure).
CARL
A long time casual runner Carl loves the freedom of a quick stretch, lacing up and heading out the door.
"Absolutely not a morning person" he wouldn't have believed it if you'd told him he'd be consistently running at 7am. Carl brings a warm, welcoming presence to RNR and is all about community, connection and consistency.
PRECIOUS
Precious started at RUN-N-RAVE as the girl who stopped every two minutes and always came in last. Now she’s run a half marathon after 20 weeks of training (while building a tech startup!).
As captain, she brings resilience, motivation, and big ‘you’ve totally got this’ energy. She loves reminding people that progress is real, community matters, and that you can do anything you keep showing up for.
BIANCA
Bianca always brings a big smile and way too much energy for early mornings. She moved to Berlin in early 2025, and though she's often out of town, RUN-N-RAVE has been her local community since.
Despite living on the other side of town, the people make the early mornings worth it.
Berlin is the 7th city she calls home and she knows the effort it takes to rebuild a new community so she's always happy to meet new people - especially any new joiners to the city or to R'n'R who might like a friendly chat. With three half-marathons under her belt, she's considering what the next challenge should be (suggestions welcome) and in the meanwhile, she keeps running, lifting and doing yoga.
HUXLEY
The first time he came to RUN-N-RAVE, he immediately fell in love with it. With the community, celebration of life, Berlin and that famous 7 a.m. Energy with everybody who got out of bed this early. He's hoping to share that feeling and that enthusiasm with his fellow RUN-N-RAVERS.
When he's not screaming and running, he's calm, thoughtful and loves to lend a helping hand, a shoulder to cry or an ear for sorrows.
VIVIAN
Vivian is a proud “wannabe runner” all about people, good vibes, and just showing up. She started out barely able to run a minute, but now she’s loving that little runner’s high and dreaming of her first half marathon.
Vivian’s on a mission to get every potato couch outside for some vitamin D, especially during Berlin’s famously grey winter. She loves catching the sunrise before a run… and donuts after.
NILS
Nils is part of RUN-N-RAVE since he moved to Berlin from Munich in 2022. He is a Sports Addict and Boxer that found a new Love in Running. Together with RUN-N-RAVE he competed in his first 10k, Half-marathon and Marathon Races. Always trying to push his Limits.
The RUN-N-RAVE Community turned into his Family and he is a proud part of the pack. He wants to inspire others and be there for everyone. Always wants to spread the same love that he received when he first came to RUN-N-RAVE!
Elissa
Elissa loves co-creating a warm, welcoming space for everyone who joins the club.
She leads our creative content coworking sessions each Tuesday and enjoys connecting with new runners each week, contributing her energy to our vibrant community. A former ocean swimmer, Elissa now channels her passion for movement into staying fit, healthy, and connected through running & community.
Zäida
The most fun job I ever had was working as a child animator in summer, long, tough days, but the energy, chaos and smiles were priceless. RUN-N-RAVE brings me back to that feeling: creating something fun together, for each other. On paper I’m a data & analytics nerd, but I’m happiest when I’m moving: running, rowing, dancing, cycling, swimming, climbing and hiking, especially together with others.
Joy
BEN
Ben is one of the creative forces behind RUN-N-RAVE. Equal parts athlete and nerd, Ben’s passion for building inclusive communities has helped shape the unique vibe of RUN-N-RAVE.
He started throwing illegal raves in corner stores and broken down buildings, and learned the power of creating space where we feel welcome and belonging.
As a longtime DJ he wanted to create an environment that felt fun like a party, but where music and movement collide in the best way possible, while not requiring you to stay up at ridiculous hours.
“RUN-N-RAVE gives me a sense of joy and purpose which I'm eternally grateful for. Now I make content about my journey with ADHD, Autism and running.”
EMO
Emo is the Tonton of RUN-N-RAVE.
A lifelong athlete and community-builder, Emo created RUN-N-RAVE to share his passions for music and movement.
Emo knows everyone in the city and RUN-N-RAVE quickly grew to a weekly must attend for fitness lovers in Berlin.
You’ll catch him running marathons, whether official or on the dancefloor, all around the world.