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"Embrace fitness without inhibitions through the saree — a symbol of feminine power and tradition."
Mission
Embrace fitness without inhibitions through the saree — a symbol of feminine power and tradition.
Overview
A vibrant community fun run where participants wear sarees to celebrate women’s strength, resilience, and cultural pride. It’s more than a race, it’s a festival of empowerment, wellness, and heritage.
Uniqueness
Challenging the notion that fitness looks a certain way or requires a certain fit by embracing one of the most historically significant garments — the Saree — redefining women’s capabilities.
How It Began
2016— Bengaluru, India
A local gym owner in Bengaluru noticed a discrepancy between men and women gym goers. He starts Saree Run as a way to get more women moving in the one thing they feel most comfortable — the Saree. He started Saree Run as a way to make fitness welcoming, expressive and culturally rooted.
2023— 4 Cities
- Bengaluru — 6,000 Participants
- Pune — 3,500 Participants
- Kolkata — 4,000 Participants
- Hyderabad — 4,000 Participants
2024— 6 Cities
Expanding the movement even further across India.
2026— First Ever Saree Run USA
10 year commemoration: Bringing the celebration of culture, community and movement to the United States.
Culturally Rooted
The event is about community and humanness. We celebrate the saree as a lifestyle.
Community
Connection over competition. Always.
Wellness
Fitness without intimidation or barriers.
Heritage
Honoring one of the most significant garments.
Visibility
Pride and joy at the center of it all.