West Coast Athletic Club

As we head towards the final few weeks of 2025, we look back with pride on a year filled with many fun kilometres shared, medals earned and goals achieved!

November and December bring a perfect blend of celebration and preparation, as well as a time for rest and reflection, and to refocus for the exciting 2026 season ahead. Whether you’re gearing up for Two Oceans, Comrades, or simply running for joy, let’s stay connected, keep inspiring one another, and get ready for the many kilometres ahead.
See you on the road!

Captain’s Corner

We’re off to Oudtshoorn, make sure you don’t miss the bus!

The countdown is on for our much-anticipated Cango Marathon and Half Marathon Tour in Oudtshoorn. This all-inclusive adventure package promises great running (and PBs!), and lots of laughs as we proudly take the red, white and blue West Coast gees all the way to the Klein Karoo.

If you haven’t secured your spot yet, now’s the time! You’ve all heard the buzz; so for full details and a complete itinerary and costs involved, click here

Tuesday Crewsday with a Twist!

Summer sunset runs don’t get better than this! Join us for an evening of Run & Fun – and stay for a delicious Summer Tuna Steak, Fish & Prawn Braai while watching an epic sunset from the WCAC beachfront clubhouse.

It’s the perfect way to mix quick k’s with mouthwatering vibes. We’re expecting up to 200 fanatical runners, so make sure you don’t miss this one, it’s going to be one to remember!

Run Start Time: 6pm

When: Tuesday 18th November

Venue: WCAC

Braai: from 7pm+

How it works:

It’s time to chase and to be chased (all fun, of course!)

Starting in your batch where you can best achieve your 5km time… then we all finish together at more or less the same time (along with all other batches and +-200 runners)

So for planning purposes, please give club captain Wayne your best possible 5km time ahead of the evening’s fun!

If you wish to stay for the Tuna Steak, Fish & Prawn Braai, please also pre-book for catering purposes here.

Come and enjoy this evening along with your other Westies; guests are of course welcome!

Coach’s Tip – Finding Balance Over the December Holidays

December holidays can be challenging for runners trying to fit in training sessions without compromising on family commitments, social events, and all the other festive activities that fill the diaries at this time of year.

If you’ve chosen an early January event, it’s important to structure your training so you can be adequately prepared without putting unnecessary pressure on yourself. Balance is key – your plan should allow you to train effectively while still enjoying time with family, friends, and other responsibilities.

If you haven’t committed to an early race – or you’re planning to use any January events as a fitness check – take the opportunity to mix up your activities. Spend time with loved ones while maintaining a base level of endurance. Go for walks, hike on mountain or beach trails, or enjoy a round of golf or a casual game of tennis. Even playing outdoor games with family can keep you active and moving without the rigidity of a structured schedule.

If you do want to maintain some structured running, keep it simple:
Try short 30-minute sessions — a 5-minute warm-up and cool-down with 20 minutes of speed pick-ups or hill repeats in between. You can also work on speed through ball or racquet sports with family and friends — just remember that as runners, we’re not always used to sharp turns or quick directional changes, so take care of your knees and ankles.

Be active — but don’t stress about training!
Enjoy the season, keep moving, and come back refreshed and ready for the new year’s running goals.

A word from our outgoing Intercare Blouberg marathon race director, Monique Martens

We’re still on a high from the massive success of our 2025 edition of our annual club race, which just keeps getting bigger and better!

The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Runners praised the seamless organisation, incredible energy, and the warm welcome from the local community.

2025 Fun Facts

Water sachets used: 99,000
Coke bottles (1.5L): 1,500
Water tables: 25
Volunteers: 600
Traffic officials: 59

Key Achievements

Sold-Out Event: Every race filled to capacity well before race day.
Two-Day Celebration: A vibrant weekend where athletes, sponsors, and service providers came together to deliver a truly memorable event.
Outstanding Feedback: Runners and spectators praised the flawless organisation and incredible community support.
Giving Back: Over R43,000 raised for charity—proof of the positive impact we can create together.

Blouberg Marathon 2026 moves to a new date: it will take place on 3 and 4 October.

We’ll be placing even more effort and emphasis on our marathon as we’ll be in a perfect position to be a great qualifier for Two Oceans and Comrades.

We are so privileged to be able to host this awesome race and make a positive impact on our club, community and city. And we get to show off our beautiful Blouberg and Melkbos beaches with the best view of Table Mountain.

We look forward to having all hands on deck next year as we’ll need all WCAC members to work together in this our biggest annual fundraising event.

NOVEMBER ROAD RACES

Sat 8 Nov. Paarlberg Half Marathon (5/10/21km)

06h00. Start and finish is at De Poort, Turk Street, Southern Paarl.

https://www.entryninja.com/events/82441-paarlberg-half-marathon

Sat 8 Nov. The Melkbos (15km)

06h30. Beach Road, Melkbosstrand

Online entries only: https://www.entryninja.com/events/82452-mac-run

Limited to 1200 entries

9 Nov. ARD 3-Vlei 10/5

Fairmount Secondary School Klip Road, Grassy Park

10km Run – 06:30

5km Run/Walk – 06:50

ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSED: https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=7244

Sat 15 Nov. Chas Everitt Edgemead (5/10km)

https://www.entryninja.com/events/82637-chas-everitt-edgemead-10km

Sun 16 November. Grape Run 21/14

SOLD OUT

Sat 22 Nov. Die Vlakte Marathon (10/21/42km)

SOLD OUT

Sat 22 Nov. MPTitans Road race (5/10/21km)

06h30. Rocklands Sports Complex

https://racepass.com/za/races/mitchell-s-plain-titans-annual-road-race

Sun 23 Nov. Phoenix Emancipation of Enslaved People (10km)

WPA League Race

07h15. The Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town

Online entries: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1576365012

Wed 26 Nov. Metropolitan (10km)

18h00. Parc du Cap, Mispel Road, Bellville

https://racepass.com/za/races/metropolitan-10k

Sat 29 Nov. Winelands Marathon (5/10/21/42km)

SOLD OUT

Eikestad Primary School, Stellenbosch

Marathon starts at 05h30.

Half marathon starts at 06h00.

10km starts at 06h30.

Sun 30 Nov. Zandvlei Boyes Drive Classic (5/15km)

Start/Finish: Westlake – False Bay College

6:00 am. R150.

Online entries: https://www.entryninja.com/events/82814-zac-boyes-drive-classic-15km

DECEMBER ROAD RACES
The most important race to diarise in December is our club Pub Run, taking place on Tuesday 2 December. It’s the most fun you’ll have running, all while raising funds for charity. It’s not to be missed, more details to follow in the weekly news broadcast.

Sat 06 Dec & Sun 07 Dec. Robben Island Memorial Run (10km)

6:00 AM. https://www.webtickets.co.za

Sun 07 Dec. AVBOB (15km)

6:00 AM. https://wpa.org.za/events/

Pick n Pay Tableview, West Coast Road, Blaauwberg Rd, Table View.

Tue 09 Dec. Growthpoint Properties Sundowner (5/10km)

6:00 PM. https://www.topevents.co.za/event/growthpoint-properties-sundowner-10km-run-walk-and-5km-fun-run-2025

Green Point Cricket Club, 111 Vlei Rd, Green Point.

Wed 10 Dec. Taalmonument Night Race (5/10km)

6:30 PM. http://www.taalmuseum.co.za/

Afrikaans Language Monument, Gabbema Doordrift St, Paarl.

Sat 13 Dec. Sport SA – Century City (10km)