Terms of service

Terms of Service

Last Updated: 02 Jul 2026

Welcome to The Runnrs Club ("we", "our", "us"). By accessing our website, purchasing a membership, registering for an event, or participating in any activity organised by The Runnrs Club, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

1. About The Runnrs Club

The Runnrs Club is a South African recreational running community founded as a university initiative among friends. We organise outdoor running experiences, social fitness events, memberships, and community-based activities designed to promote health, wellness, and outdoor adventure.

2. Eligibility

Participants must be at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

By participating, you confirm that you are medically fit to take part in physical activities.

3. Event Registration

Registration for an event is only confirmed once full payment has been received.

Each registration is valid only for the individual named during booking and may not be transferred without prior written approval.

Event details, locations, and schedules may change due to weather, safety concerns, permits, or operational requirements.

4. Memberships

Memberships are billed according to the selected membership plan.

Benefits begin once payment has been successfully processed.

Membership benefits are available only while the membership remains active.

Members may upgrade or cancel their membership at any time unless otherwise stated.

5. Payments

Payments are processed securely through our approved payment providers.

By completing a purchase, you authorise us to charge the applicable amount for your booking or membership.

Prices are displayed in South African Rand (ZAR) unless otherwise stated.

6. Cancellations and Refunds

Unless otherwise specified for a particular event:

  • Membership fees are non-refundable.

  • Event registrations may be transferred or credited at our discretion.

  • Refunds are generally not available for missed events or late cancellations.

  • If an event is cancelled by The Runnrs Club, participants may receive a refund, credit, or transfer to another event.

7. Health and Safety

Participation is entirely voluntary.

You acknowledge that running and outdoor activities involve inherent risks including injury, illness, falls, adverse weather, wildlife encounters, and other unforeseen hazards.

You participate entirely at your own risk.

Participants should carry any required medication and notify organisers of any medical conditions that may affect participation.

8. Assumption of Risk

By participating in any event, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with recreational running and outdoor activities.

The Runnrs Club shall not be liable for injuries, accidents, property loss, or damages except where required by applicable law.

9. Code of Conduct

All participants are expected to:

  • Treat fellow runners with respect.

  • Follow instructions from organisers and safety personnel.

  • Respect wildlife and the environment.

  • Comply with all venue rules.

  • Avoid abusive, discriminatory, or unsafe behaviour.

The Runnrs Club reserves the right to remove participants who fail to comply with these standards.

10. Photography and Media

Events may be photographed or recorded.

By attending our events, you grant The Runnrs Club permission to use photographs and videos featuring you for promotional, marketing, and social media purposes without additional compensation.

If you do not wish to appear in promotional material, please notify us before the event.

11. Intellectual Property

All website content, branding, logos, graphics, photographs, event concepts, and other intellectual property remain the property of The Runnrs Club unless otherwise stated.

No content may be reproduced without written permission.

12. Website Use

You agree not to:

  • Attempt unauthorised access to our systems.

  • Interfere with website functionality.

  • Use our website for unlawful purposes.

  • Copy or redistribute website content without permission.

13. Privacy

Your personal information is collected and processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable South African privacy legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Runnrs Club, its organisers, volunteers, affiliates, and partners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from participation in our events or use of our website.

15. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service at any time.

Changes become effective immediately upon publication on our website.

Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.

17. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us through the contact information provided on our website.