Joburg has a number of running clubs – and you don’t need to be a member to join in the weekly time trials (usually 5km to 8km runs). You can find a full listing of central Gauteng clubs at runnersguide.co.za.
Good social running clubs to try include: Pirates Sports Club, the Rand Athletic Club, the Wanderers Club or Randburg Harriers. The Nike Running Club leave from the Nike store at the Zone @ Rosebank and attracts a young, fast crowd. Registration starts from 17:00 and the run usually starts by 17:30 (every Wed). Choose a 3,5km or 7km (double lap) route. For aspiring trail runners, there are weekly 5km Park Run events at parks around the city.