Jacaranda City Challenge

Founded in December 2024 in Johannesburg, Soleful Social Run Club was created out of a desire to build an inclusive running community that welcomes all levels and backgrounds. Starting at Higher Ground Parking in Sandton, the group hosts regular runs at easy and moderate paces, exploring the city’s diverse urban and green spaces. With no membership fees, Soleful encourages a culture of kindness, mutual support, and connection, motivating runners to find their place within Johannesburg’s lively running scene. The founders emphasized openness and diversity, welcoming everyone and fostering collaboration with other local clubs. Beyond physical fitness, Soleful serves as a social hub where members share progress, celebrate milestones, and participate in the city’s major races. By combining personal growth with community spirit, Soleful has become an active part of Johannesburg’s running community, inviting all who seek movement and meaningful connections to join their journey.

Community Run Social

Contact: solefulrunclub@gmail.com

Founded in July 2017 by Zonke and Zama, The Pack is a women’s running crew based in Johannesburg dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive community for female runners. With around 40 members, the crew meets regularly at Vida e Caffe, combining the city’s vibrant urban energy with routes that showcase Johannesburg’s diverse streets and green spaces. The Pack’s motto, “EMBRACE. ENGAGE. EMPOWER ALL GIRLS.”, reflects their commitment to building confidence and camaraderie through accessible runs tailored to all experience levels. Beyond running, the crew prioritizes friendship and mutual support, creating a safe space where women from varied backgrounds connect and grow together. By highlighting female strength and solidarity, The Pack enriches Johannesburg’s running culture and inspires broader conversations about women’s participation in sport across the city. Their involvement in local events further amplifies their mission to celebrate and empower women through every stride.

Community Run

Run SL, established in August 2016 as an extension of the Cape Town creative collective Shelflife, has carved out a unique niche in Johannesburg’s vibrant Rosebank neighborhood. Rooted in the city’s dynamic street culture and art scene, this intimate, members-only crew combines running with urban exploration, bringing together a diverse group of runners through night runs that pass iconic landmarks and colorful murals along Keyes Art Mile and beyond. Emphasizing rhythm, inclusivity, and wellness, Run SL offers various pace groups and distances, fostering a close-knit community where fitness and friendship come together. Their runs serve as weekly escapes into Johannesburg’s lively streets, reflecting the city’s cultural energy while forging genuine social bonds. With strong ties to creativity and community, Run SL invites those passionate about both movement and urban culture to experience Johannesburg’s streets as a living gallery, where every run celebrates city life and shared stories.

Community Run Social

Contact: kmalema7@gmail.com