About Bethlehem Marathon Club
Motivated. Passionate. Driven.
"Exerting yourself to the fullest within your individual limits:
that's the essence of running, and a metaphor for life."
This is the heart of Bethlehem Marathon Club.
We are more than just a running club—we are a family. Yes, we love running together, but our bond extends far beyond the road. We share challenges, commitments, victories, struggles, laughter, and sweat, all brought together by our passion for running and racing.
Running together teaches us determination, focus, and the power of perseverance. Each time we push past our limits, we grow, we celebrate, and we inspire one another.
Why join our club?
Many runners wonder whether joining a club is necessary. Some prefer to participate in the occasional race with a temporary license and plain clothes. If you're considering becoming part of a club, here are a few great reasons to say yes:
✅ A Running Community – Train with others, build friendships, and stay motivated.
✅ Club Identity & Colours – Run proudly in your official club kit—you belong!
✅ Permanent License – No need to buy temporary licenses for every race. Your yearly license allows you to enter races hassle-free.
✅ Cost Savings – Temporary licenses can cost more than an annual club membership.
✅ Exclusive Club Benefits – Join our time trials, club runs, and social events to stay fit and connected.
Even if you don’t participate in races, you are always welcome to join our training sessions.
Come run with us. Challenge yourself. Find your team. Be part of something bigger.
Bethlehem Marathon Club – Together, We Go Further.
When we run together
Join us for our training runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 05:00am, starting from our clubhouse (corner of Baartman and Paul Laesecke streets).
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Weekday runs: ±10km, including a mix of hills, speed work, and time trials.
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Saturday runs: Longer, slower distances in and around Bethlehem.
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We also organise social runs and often enjoy a coffee together afterward.
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Every September, we host a fun run with a dress-up theme—because running should be fun too!
Our Races
• Surrender Hill Marathon – Hosted every March in Fouriesburg, Free State.
• Business Relay – Held in September/October in Bethlehem, where businesses compete in teams of 4 and run 1km per runner.
Our Management Team
Hettie Nieuwenhuizen
Chairperson | 071 679 5212
Maryna Van Strijp
Vice Chair | 083 244 6632
Hanmarié Lombaard
Secretary | 082 872 7162
Yvette Allan
Assistant Sec. | 082 563 0450
Linda Labuschagne
Treasurer | 082 448 8997
Andre Cawood
Clubhouse | 072 679 2602
Michelle Jonker
General | 083 290 4527
Izelle Moller
General | 072 079 2255
Elmarie Kruger
General | 082 908 1844
Deone Balbi
General | 084 403 1544
Aidan Shields
General | 072 416 1767
Club Clothing & Merchandise
Get your official Bethlehem Marathon Club gear.
Running Vest
R250 each
Running T-Shirt
R350 each
Ladies Racer Back Vest
R330 each
Cap
R220 each
Peak (sunvisor)
R200 each
Versus Socks
R120 per pair
Tracksuit pants
(Per order only) R730 each
Lightweight tracksuit jacket
(Per order only) R770 each
Elite Tights
(Per order only) R550 each
Available weekday mornings (08:00 – 13:00) from Anette Wessels at Diesel Electric (corner of Church and High streets, Bethlehem). 📞 058 303 5535.
Contact Hettie for further details 📞 071 679 5212.