We run. We sweat. We eat cake at the finish.
Bellville Athletics Club has been getting people off the couch and onto the roads since 1933. We're one of the Western Cape's most welcoming running clubs — whether you're chasing a sub-3 marathon or just trying to survive your first 5km without stopping.
What we're about
We're a proper running club. That means Thursday night time trials, Monday evening club runs, two great races a year, and a community that actually shows up for each other — at the start line and beyond.
No judgement. No minimum pace. Just runners helping runners.
Join us on a Thursday
Our Thursday evening time trial is legendary (at least, we think so). 5km or 3km, starting from Danie Uys Park in Bellville. Runners of all levels, all ages, all speeds. We start at 6pm — arrive a few minutes early and introduce yourself.
You don't need to be a member to come try it out.
What members get
- Two weekly club runs (Mondays & Thursdays)
- Official BAK kit and the right to look fast
- Monthly and annual awards
- Season-long challenges (10km series, half marathon series, ultras)
- A club that's been around since 1933 and isn't going anywhere
What our members say
"I joined not knowing anyone. Within two weeks I had running partners, WhatsApp notifications at all hours, and a drawer full of BAK kit."
"The Thursday time trial broke me the first time. Now I'm hooked."
"Best decision I made for my health — and my social life."
Ready to run with us?
Membership starts at R150/year for juniors and R345/year for adults (includes your ASA licence). First visit is always free — come see what we're about.