Welcome to Jeppe Athletics Club
The Jeppe Quondam Club was founded in 1907 as an old boys’ sports club for the famous Johannesburg school. The athletics section was established when the late Theo Jackson, an old Jeppe High School pupil, started morning runs from his house in Edenvale with a few friends in 1976.
Theo did not realise at the time that he was to be the founder of a running club which now boasts over 500 members and is rated as one of the finest clubs in the country. Theo ran for Jeppe for 19 years before passing away suddenly in 1995. He left the club in good hands and today its high spirit and camaraderie pay tribute to Theo Jackson.
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Jeppe Marathon News
Jeppe Marathon 2026: Date 20 Sept 2026
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About Jeppe Athletics
Over the years, Jeppe has become a strong social club which caters for all types of runners, from walkers to the elite. If you are a beginner and find the thought of running daunting, then you can start with the walking section and progress through the seven schools the club offers as your fitness levels improve. Each school has a captain who follows a set training programme and manages the progress of the runners in their section. The model works exceptionally well as it places no pressure on individuals to keep up with athletes that are in a league above them. Individuals can decide if they are happy to run in the same school at the same pace each morning or if they want to test themselves and move up a school.
Upcoming Club Races & Events
Johnson Crane Hire Marathon
Date: 25 January 2026
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Varsity Kudus 15km
Date: 7 February 2026
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SASOL Secunda Marathon
Date: 14 February 2026
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Pirates 21K powered by Medshield
Date: 15 February 2026
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Running Schools
Fledglings
Training Pace: 6:30-7:00min/km
Hatchlings
Beginners on Coach’s Learn to Run programme
The Balwin & Jeppe Quondam Partnership: Building Communities, Fueling Champions!
At Balwin Properties, we believe a home is more than just four walls—it’s the heart of a vibrant, healthy, and connected community. That’s why our commitment extends beyond building beautiful apartments and into fostering the wellness and spirit of the people who live in them. Our foundational partnership with the Jeppe Quondam Athletics Club is a proud testament to this belief, a shared journey dedicated to health, camaraderie, and community impact.
A Shared Stride Towards Wellness
For Balwin and Jeppe Quondam, fitness is a cornerstone. We see our sponsorship not just as funding, but as fuel for a healthier lifestyle. By supporting the club’s daily operations and its premier event, the annual Balwin-Sponsored Jeppe Marathon, we help provide a platform for athletes of all levels to set goals, achieve personal bests, and experience the profound benefits of an active life. It’s about creating opportunities for every runner, from the aspiring beginner to the seasoned marathoner, to thrive.
More Than a Race Shirt: A Symbol of Community Spirit
This partnership comes to life in vibrant color each December at the Jeppe Annual Ten10 fundraiser. Balwin is the proud sponsor of the event’s iconic t-shirts, which have become a much-anticipated collectible and a symbol of festive community spirit. Seeing a sea of these distinctive shirts on race day is a powerful visual of our collective commitment—turning a fun run into a force for good.
Running for a Cause: Our Collective Finish Line
True wellness is holistic, extending a helping hand to those in need. Together with Jeppe Quondam, we channel the energy of the running community into tangible support for a remarkable range of charities. The funds raised through various events throughout the year provide critical aid to wonderful organizations including:
CLAW (Community Led Animal Welfare)
Avril Elizabeth Home
Animal Ambulance
Better Bedfordview
Husky Rescue
Every kilometer run, every entry fee, and every sponsored t-shirt contributes to this cycle of giving, proving that every step we take together moves us closer to a stronger, more compassionate community.
Balwin Properties is immensely proud to stand alongside Jeppe Quondam Athletics Club. We are not just building homes; we are helping to build healthier, happier, and more connected lives, one stride at a time.
Join the movement. Lace up, get involved, and run with purpose.
Want to Join The Club?
We have multiple running schools, covering a vaste range of speeds, abilities, disciplines and fitness, which facilitates new members fitting in wherever they feel comfortable and progressing from there. We look forward to you contacting us, and joining our club.