Running
Membership Info
– Premium Facilities
– Coaching Sessions
– Competitive Opportunities
– Social Events
Our running club welcomes members of all abilities, from seasoned marathoners to those just beginning their fitness journey. With a variety of group runs, training sessions, and competitive events, we provide opportunities to challenge yourself, improve your performance, and connect with fellow running enthusiasts. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, enjoying a casual jog, or seeking motivation and camaraderie, our club offers a vibrant and inclusive environment to meet your goals and share the joy of running. Lace up your shoes and join us as we hit the ground running together!
Time Trials – Thursdays
Phobian’s has an officially timed 8km and 4km club walk or run and an On Field Time – Trial for Phobians Juniors. This weekly event provides an ideal opportunity to gauge your own personal fitness as it takes place on a set, measured course each and every Thursday. (Except during school vacations).
Walkers commence at 17:00 and the runners start at 17:30 from the clubhouse and both must complete the official 8km course. PBHS junior runners are timed over the 4km course. Official timing of both runners and walkers ceases at 19:00.
Phobians is a running and walking club affiliated to the Pretoria High School Old Boys’ Club and registered with Athletics Gauteng North (AGN). The club is situated at 378 Queens Crescent in Lynnwood. The main club was inaugurated in 1952 and the Marathon Club was started in 1981.
Phobians hosts two main races every year, namely the Phobians Pretoria Marathon and theThe Phobians Fifteen Race, and also co-hosts, with Alpha Centurion, theChamberlain Capital Classic. Members are required to assist in these events at water points, or as marshals or as event assistants, and may not compete in these events.
Get In Touch
If you would like further information on joining the PHSOB Club Running fraternity, please contact us at the details alongside.
Chairman: Grahame Gertsche | 073 171 7507
Vice Chairman: Johan Fourie | 082 574 5543
Website: https://phobians.co.za/