About us
Welcome to Meyerton Athletics Club (MAC)! We are a friendly, proud, and passionate running and walking club based in the Midvaal area. Launched in 2017, we have grown to a strong family of more than 200 members, proudly fielding 46 Comrades Marathon participants in 2025.
Whether you are taking your first steps to walk 2km or training for ultra-marathons like the Comrades or Washie, we have a place for you.
Our mission
To inspire healthier communities by connecting people through running in an affordable way.
OUR VISION
To provide running and walking within Midvaal by providing an environment where all members can run/walk recreationally or competitively whilst maintaining an equitable environment. To promote and provide running opportunities to members of all abilities and ages and to enhance the running experience of club members.
WHO WE ARE
A Supportive Family: We support each other in long-distance road running and in our non-running lives. We proudly maintain a welcoming culture completely free of “cliques” and “internal politics.”
Inclusive for All Levels: Everybody starts out doing 1km at some point and getting a stitch after the first 500m! No matter your speed, fitness level, or experience, you are on the same page as everyone else here.
Community-Focused: We actively support local communities, charities (like Ten10), and neighboring athletic clubs.
Experienced Mentors: While we don’t have formal coaches, our community includes highly experienced athletes (many with 10 to 20+ Comrades and Two Oceans finishes) who are always eager to guide you on your running journey.
Multi-Sport Friendly: Beyond running, our members organize informal training sessions for triathlons, cycling (Argus, 94.7), and duathlons.
WHAT WE DO
- Weekly Time Trials: Join us on Thursdays at the Henley-on-Klip Bowling Club for 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10km distances, featuring our innovative electronic time-keeping system.
- Speedwork Sessions: Ad hoc Tuesday sessions at rotating venues in the area. Walkers and runners of all speeds are welcome with zero pressure.
- Weekend Long Runs: Regular Saturday/Sunday “Shuffle” long runs and ad hoc group runs at various locations to get those legs moving.
- Parkrun Meetups: We meet up weekly at the 5km Meyerton parkrun on Saturday mornings and volunteer to support the initiative whenever possible.
- The Midvaal MADMAC: We proudly host our official 42/21/10/5km race, which serves as a Comrades and Two Oceans qualifier. Our next event is scheduled for October 4, 2026.
- Social Gatherings: We love to connect off the road with braais, pizza and beer evenings, lawn bowls, pre- and post-Comrades get-togethers, and our year-end awards function.
Let’s Run together
Whether you are taking your first steps to walk 2km or training for ultra-marathons like the Comrades or Washie, we have a place for you