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Group
Abstract Running Club
In February 2023, Lesiba Mashiane was running alone through Johannesburg when his coffee shop team from Abstract Coffee Club asked to join. What started as casual 5K runs among baristas became something larger: a wellness movement rooted in showing up. The group grew steadily, attracting runners seeking community over competition. Today, Abstract Running Club operates from its base in Braamfontein, welcoming all experience levels for moderate-paced runs through Johannesburg's vibrant streets and parks. Membership is free and open; no pressure, no gates. Lesiba's personal commitment to consistency became the foundation for a crew that treats running as a shared path to health and connection rather than a race to win. Small in size but deliberate in purpose, they embody a simple philosophy: steady progress builds stronger bodies and stronger communities.
Races nearby
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Distance: 406 m from JohannesburgEvery Saturday at 8:00 AM (Oct 11 - Oct 11, 2026)
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Distance: 2.4 km from JohannesburgEvery Saturday at 9:00 AM
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
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Distance: 6.2 km from JohannesburgEvery Saturday at 9:00 AM
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
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Distance: 6.5 km from JohannesburgEvery Saturday at 9:00 AM
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
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Distance: 8 km from JohannesburgEvery Saturday at 9:00 AM
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.