Beyond the Screen: Finding Real-Life Social Clubs via Telegram

We spend too much time on screens. Paradoxically, the best way to get off your screen is to use an app to find people to do it with.

"Social Clubs" are making a massive comeback. Run clubs are the new dating apps. Board game nights are the new bars.

Telegram is often the organizing tool for these grassroots movements because it's free, handles large groups well, and keeps events organized.

Popular Types of Telegram Social Clubs

1. The "Run Club"

Run clubs are exploding. They are casual, healthy, and social.

• Format: "Meet Wednesday 7 PM. 5k run. Pizza after."
• Why join: Instant community. Endorphins break the ice.

2. Language Exchange

"English-Spanish Exchange NYC."

• Format: Meet at a bar. Speak English for 30 mins, Spanish for 30 mins.
• Why join: Learn a skill and make friends.

3. Board Game / Chess Clubs

• Format: Meet at a cafe / brewery. Play Catan or Chess.
• Why join: Structured activity removes social anxiety. You focus on the game.

4. Cinema / Movie Clubs

• Format: Watch a movie independently, then meet for coffee to discuss it.

How to Find Them on TapJoin

We specifically tag groups that have "IRL" (In Real Life) events.

1. Go to TapJoin.
2. Search your City + Hobby (e.g., "London Running").
3. Look for groups with active recent messages.

Conclusion

Don't be the person who stays home wishing they had plans. Join a group. Show up. Say hi. The first step is digital. The rest is real life.