Solo Rub Club xx was developed by founder Melanie Caple, in 2025.
As a lifelong solo runner, I was becoming increasingly aware of the social impacts and safety risks that were preventing women - and anyone who might at times feel vulnerable - from going for a solo run.
I didn’t want to join a club, and I didn’t want to have to be tracked step by step by a partner or friend in case something happened to me.
I wanted the freedom and independence of solo running, to have a safety back up if I needed it, and have an online community who feels the same.
Not competitive like Strava, not where I’m tracked step by step, but still empowering.
“While it may not leave physical marks, technology-facilitated abuse can be extensive and cause enduring harm. It may also serve as a red flag for future catastrophic physical violence.”
She says women need to be aware of the risk of any device that has tracking abilities.
In Australia, there are stalking laws in every state territory, and also a number of protections in place for survivors of domestic violence, including apprehended violence orders.
But experts warn no matter what safety precautions are adopted, no device that involves a tracking function should be considered absolutely safe.”
Solo Run Club xx is an app that gives you both privacy and a community of solo runners and exercisers, whilst also ensuring that safety is in place for if something ever doesn’t go to plan.
Perfect for:
Women of all ages and ever feel unsafe while exercising.
Anyone who might feel vulnerable on their own and love the idea of a planned support system, just in case.
The elderly or those with or recovering from illness or injury.
Those who love privacy and their own space. Those who love to exercise independently and have the confidence to set their own pace. Those who want to regain their confidence.
Those who love flying solo, but also love being part of a broader community.
“I would message my partner after every run, just so they knew I was safe. Now, they’ll know I’m out on the trail having a great time and not feel like they need to check in with me all the time. They’ll only be notified if something’s gone wrong - if I don’t check out of my Solo Run Club xx session time, then they will be sent my location and they can check in with me and get help.”