HOW TO ENTER
ONLINE ENTRIES ONLY
• All entries must be completed online.
• No late entries or substitutions on race day.
- Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
- Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
- Rehydration by Coca Cola & Powerade
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The 5km is ACNW qualifier for ASA Road championships.
Potential contending athletes to be considered for a Provincial Team must be affiliated to a club and have a permanent licence number.
This includes Juniors who are contending to be considered for NW Provincial 5km Road Championships Team
Temporary license is required for all participants without permanent license, who are competing for prize money
If you are doing the 5Km Fun Run / Walk, no temporary license is required to take part for the event (no winnings will be considered for this group)
ABOUT THE NORTH WEST PROVINCE
From untamed bushveld to the sophistication of 5-star resorts, the North West Province provides the complete tourism package.
Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, the province offers an escape route to the real Africa. Nature has blessed this province with breath taking scenic beauty, rolling fields of maize, golden sunflowers and vast plains of African bushveld.
The ideal backdrop for the enjoyment of our outdoor attractions: superb game parks – home to the Big Five – magnificent golf courses, water features, sporting facilities.
PRIZES AND TIMING
• All prize positions are determined on Gun-to-Mat times.
• To claim an age category prize, you must produce valid proof of age on the day.
• We look forward to welcoming you to Klerksdorp for an unforgettable race experience!
ROUTE AND DISTANCE
ROUTE AND DISTANCE
The altitude fluctuates, starting at the Klerksdorp Recreation Centre in Klerksdorp and finishing at the NWU McArthur Stadium in Potchefstroom.
Elevation of Klerksdorp is 1325.52 meters or 4348.82 feet and the elevation of Potchefstroom is 1340.86 meters or 4399.16 feet, which is a difference of 15.34 meters or 50.34 feet.
The race distance is 50km. The distance is subject to change and will be confirmed in the Final Race Instructions within a reasonable period prior the race.
21.1KM OPEN MEN AND WOMEN
1. R15 000.00
2. R 8 000.00
3. R. 6 000.00
4. R 4.000.00
5. R 2 000.00
40 - 49 YRS
1. R1 500.00
2. R1 000.00
3. R. 750.00
50 - 59 YRS
1. R1 500.00
2. R1 000.00
3. R. 750.00
60 - 70 YRS
1. R1 500.00
2. R1 000.00
3. R. 750.00
5KM OPEN MEN AND WOMEN
1. R5 000.00
2. R3 000.00
3. R1 000.00
40 - 49 YRS
1. R1 000.00
2. R. 750.00
3. R. 500.00
50 - 59 YRS
1. R1 000.00
2. R. 750.00
3. R. 500.00
60 - 70 YRS
1. R1 000.00
2. R. 750.00
3. R. 500.00
JUNIORS
1. R1 500.00
2. R1 000.00
3. R. 750.00
PEAK TIMING IS OUR OFFICIAL SERVICE PROVIDER FOR:
• Registration Portal
• Race Number Management
• Race Pack Management
• Race Timing
• Race Results Management
ABOUT THE NORTH WEST PROVINCE
From untamed bushveld to the sophistication of 5-star resorts, the North West Province provides the complete tourism package.
Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, the province offers an escape route to the real Africa. Nature has blessed this province with breath taking scenic beauty, rolling fields of maize, golden sunflowers and vast plains of African bushveld.
The ideal backdrop for the enjoyment of our outdoor attractions: superb game parks – home to the Big Five – magnificent golf courses, water features, sporting facilities.
PRIZE MONEY FOR MEN AND WOMEN
• 56 Payout Beneficiaries
• Comrades Marathon Qualifier
• Qualifying Cut Off - 06H09:59
• 50KM Route Nutrition Available
• Rehydration by Coca Cola & Powerade
• Finish Venue: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
• Medals for All Finishers
ROUTE AND DISTANCE
ROUTE AND DISTANCE
The altitude fluctuates, starting at the Klerksdorp Recreation Centre in Klerksdorp and finishing at the NWU McArthur Stadium in Potchefstroom.
Elevation of Klerksdorp is 1325.52 meters or 4348.82 feet and the elevation of Potchefstroom is 1340.86 meters or 4399.16 feet, which is a difference of 15.34 meters or 50.34 feet.
The race distance is 50km. The distance is subject to change and will be confirmed in the Final Race Instructions within a reasonable period prior the race.
21Km - Race
5Km - Race
Date: Saturday 04 October 2025
Start: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre – Klerksdorp
Finish: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre – Klerksdorp
Starting Time: 06H00 for 06H30 Gun
Distance: 21km
Race Type: Road
Minimum Age: 16 Years
Entry Fee: R290.00
Entry Fee Includes: T-Shirt
Temporary Licence: R75.00
ONLINE Entry window period has opened at 10am on 1 January 2025 and close on 02 May 2025.
Late Entries will be done from:
- Race Number Collection DAY 1 (50KM and 10KM)
* NWU McArthur Stadium. Potchefstroom
* Wednesday 30 April 2025 from 10h00 – 17h00 - Race Number Collection DAY 2 (50KM and 10KM)
* Rio Casino, Klerksdorp
* Thursday 01 May 2025 from 10h00 – 17h00 - Race Number Collection DAY 3 (50KM and 10KM)
* Rio Casino, Klerksdorp
* Friday 02 May 2025 from 10h00 – 17h00 - Race Number Collection DAY 4 – Race Day (50Km Only)
* NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom
* Saturday 03 May 2025 from 3h00 – 05H30 - Race Number Collection DAY 4 – Race Day (10Km Only)
* Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
* Saturday 03 May 2025 from 5h00 – 6h30
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DISTANCE & ENTRY FEE:
5km - R210.00 With Tshirt (Free Tshirts )
21km - R290.00 With Tshirt (Free Tshirts)
NW N12 Ultra Marathon 21Km
04 October 2025, Saturday,
Prep to Race and Warmup: 06h00
Gun Time: 06h30
Starting: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
Finish: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
NW N12 Ultra Marathon 5Km
04 October 2025, Saturday,
Prep to Race and Warmup: 06h30
Gun Time: 07h00
Starting: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
Finish: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
Race Number Collection
Thursday 02 October 2025
Friday 03 October 2025
Race Expo - Rio Hotel Casino Convention Resort
Thursday 02 October 2025
Friday 03 October 2025
06:00
Prep to Race & Warmup21Km
06:30
Gun Time 21Km
06:30
Prep to Race & Warmup 5Km
07:00
Gun Time 10Km
11:00
Awards & Celebration
16:00
Finish
Postnet Distributions
No Postnet Distribution
PRIZE MONEY FOR MEN AND WOMEN
• 56 Payout Beneficiaries
• Comrades Marathon Qualifier
• Qualifying Cut Off - 5:49:59
• 50KM Route Nutrition Available
• Rehydration by Coca Cola & Powerade
• Finish Venue: Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
• Medals for All Finishers
• Coca Cola Chill Park at the Finish Venue
Race Number Collection
• Collect your Race Number Pack from the registration venues listed below.
• Check that you are issued the correct Race Number (e.g. 5072) at registration.
• 2025 ASA Licences must be worn on the front & back of your running vest.
• If you do not have a permanent 2025 ASA license you must purchase & wear a temporary license on race day.
• Your issued official race number must be worn on the front of your vest however it must not cover the sponsor of your ASA licence.
North West N12 Ultra Marathon Number Collection days & Times
Race Number Collection DAY 1 (50KM and 10KM)
• NWU McArthur Stadium. Potchefstroom
• Wednesday 30 April 2025 from 10h00 - 17h00
Race Number Collection DAY 2 (50KM and 10KM)
• Rio Casino, Klerksdorp
• Thursday 01 May 2025 from 10h00 - 17h00
Race Number Collection DAY 3 (50KM and 10KM)
• Rio Casino, Klerksdorp
• Thursday 02 May 2025 from 10h00 - 17h00
North West N12 Ultra Marathon Number Collection days & Times
Race Number Collection DAY 4 – Race Day (50Km Only)
• NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom
• Saturday 03 May 2025 from 3h00 – 05H30
Race Number Collection DAY 4 – Race Day (10Km Only)
• Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
• Saturday 03 May 2025 from 5h00 - 6h30
General
No Substitutions, Upgrades or Downgrades will be done on race day. It is against race rules to run in another persons race number.
Timing
The event will be electronically timed and your timing chip will be attached to your race number.
Please make sure you cross the finish mat and do not crumple, bend or fold your bib, as this may damage the timing chip and we may not be able to read your finish time.
Results
Results will be available on https://peaktiming.co.za/results or download the UltimateLIVE Results App from the AppStore or Google play to get LIVE Results.
Substitutions, Upgrades & Downgrades
• Substitutions, Upgrades & Downgrades will only be done on Wed to Fri and
NOT on race day
• Substitutions - cost of the substitution is R100.
• Upgrades - cost of the upgrade is R50 plus the difference in entry fee.
• Downgrades - cost of the downgrade is R50.
No Substitutions, Upgrades or Downgrades will be done on race day.
It is against race rules to run in another persons race number.
TOG BAG SERVICE
• Runners can make use of the Tog Bag Area that will be available at the start.
• Runners must ensure that their bags are labelled with their names on the label provided at the tog bag area.
• Every care will be taken to ensure that the bags are safeguarded. However, runners are advised not to leave expensive or valuable items in their bags, as the organisers cannot accept responsibility for any losses.
50KM SHUTTLE SCHEDULES
Shuttle leaves at 04H15 from Klerksdorp Recreation Centre, Arrival at NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom at 04h45, approximately
ACNW
+27 63 359 3555
+27 82 698 1796
GENERAL INFO
+27 64 384 3106
+27 71 409 4353
EMERGENCY (Safety Officer)
Vusi Mohlakore: +27 82 351 1556
• The race is held under the rules of Athletics South Africa (ASA) and Athletics Central North West (ACNW).
By entering, each participant accepts responsibility to familiarise themselves with and abide by these rules and any additional race instructions.
2. TIMING AND RACE NUMBERS
• 21.1km Half Marathon is timed by Peak Timing timing.
• Each runner will receive a race number with a disposable timing chip attached to the back.
• No race number = No official time or prizes.
• 5km Run is a timed race, and the 5Km Walk is for fun participation
• Race numbers must be worn on the front of your vest or shirt at all times.
3. LICENCES & CLUB COLOURS
• 21.1km Half Marathon:
• All runners must wear:
• The official race number (front of vest/shirt).
• A valid 2025 ASA license number on the back or a temporary license number issued by the organisers.
• If you are running in an age category, the relevant numerical age tags must be visible on front and back.
• Foreign athletes will be issued a temporary license number if not registered with an ASA-affiliated club.
• International athletes must provide a clearance letter from their federation if they qualify for a prize.
• Foreign athletes may only run in club colours if the club exists in their country of origin, or if they hold a refugee status permit or are naturalised RSA citizens.
4. MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENTS
• 21.1km Half Marathon: Participants must be 16 years or older on race day.
• 5km Run/Walk: Open to all ages (children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult)..
• Hydration stations will be positioned approximately every 3 kilometres along the course.
• Please dispose of cups and litter only in designated bins after each water point.
• Littering on the route may result in disqualification.
6. PROHIBITED ITEMS
• No iPods or music devices with earphones.
• No pets allowed on the route.
• All bicycles or seconding vehicles along the route must be authorised by the organiser.
• No unauthorised motorbikes.
7️. SAFETY AND CONDUCT
• Runners participate entirely at their own risk.
• All instructions by traffic officers, marshals, and officials must be obeyed at all times.
• Athletes indemnify national, regional, and provincial athletics bodies, sponsors, and organisers against any claims arising from participation.
• The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or eject anyone who:
- Appears intoxicated,
- Is disorderly,
- Engages in vandalism,
- Attempts to participate without a valid entry.
8️. CUT-OFF TIMES
• 21.1km Half Marathon Finish Cut-Off:
All participants must complete the race within 3 hours 30 minutes from the official start gun.
• 5km Run/Walk:
Must be completed within 1 hour 30 minutes..
9. ONLINE ENTRIES ONLY
• All entries must be completed online.
• No late entries or substitutions on race day.
10. RACE PACK COLLECTION
• Bring your confirmation SMS and your ID Document to collect your race pack.
• If collecting on behalf of someone else, bring a copy of their ID document.
• All uncollected packs will remain at the Expo collection point.
• No packs will be issued on race day.
ONLINE ENTRIES ONLY
• All entries must be completed online.
• No late entries or substitutions on race day.
12. TIMING AND RACE NUMBERS
• 21.1km Half Marathon is timed by Peak Timing timing.
• Each runner will receive a race number with a disposable timing chip attached to the back.
• No race number = No official time or prizes.
• 5km Run is a timed race, and the 5Km Walk is for fun participation
• Race numbers must be worn on the front of your vest or shirt at all times.
All entries will be through Peak Timing Official Website.
Click on the Icon to visit EntryTime.
ENTRY RESTRICTION
This race is a Family Orientated race, with minimum age of entry as 16 for the 50km Ultra, 21km and 10km. The 5km fun run/walk has no age restriction of entry. All under 18 entries should be authorised by parent / guardian
SPECIAL REGISTRATION
The mobility impaired community is also welcome to enter for wheelchair entry category to race
MARATHON SPECIAL HONOURS
Each year the NW N12 Ultra Marathon will honor a special individual who made an outstanding contribution to the athletics development & pursue within the North West Province.
The 2024 Honorary award beneficiary will be announced 15-30 days prior the 2024 race.
COMRADES MARATHON QUALIFIER
• Cut-Off Time is 5:49:59
• ASA Rules and Regulations will apply
• Marathon Race Events will be evaluated by ASA
HOW TO QUALIFY
No Qualification is needed for this race. The NW N12 Ultra Marathon is still at it’s debut stage, which means that it is an open race to all to participate in with no qualification criteria.
BUS SHUTTLE
Shuttle leaves at 04H15 from Klerksdorp Recreation Centre,
Arrival at NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom at 04h45, approximately
NB: Shuttle Bus for Athletes is FREE
RACE NUMBERS COLLECTION
Race Number Collection DAY 1 (50KM and 10KM)
* NWU McArthur Stadium. Potchefstroom
* Wednesday 30 April 2025 from 10h00 - 17h00
Race Number Collection DAY 2 (50KM and 10KM)
* Rio Casino, Klerksdorp
* Thursday 01 May 2025 from 10h00 - 17h00
Race Number Collection DAY 3 (50KM and 10KM)
* Rio Casino, Klerksdorp
* Friday 02 May 2025 from 10h00 - 17h00
Race Number Collection DAY 4 – Race Day (50Km Only)
* NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom
* Saturday 03 May 2025 from 3h00 – 05H30
Race Number Collection DAY 4 – Race Day (10Km Only)
* Klerksdorp Recreation Centre
* Saturday 03 May 2025 from 5h00 - 6h30
ENTRY PERIOD, FEES & RACE PACK COLLECTION
RACE PACK COLLECTION
26 April 2025
NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom
26 April: 09H30 – 17H00
LATE ENTRIES
26 April 2025
NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom
26 April: 09H30 – 17H00
Entry window period has opened at 10am on 1 January 2023 and close at midnight on 31 March 2023
Total number of entries will be capped at 5 000.
Please Note: Entries may be closed earlier should the capped number of 5000 entries be reached before the official closing date of 31 March 2023.
Meeting Point
NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa
