Dolphin Coast Striders

4 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown is officially on! Your 10-week journey to 10K starts soon, and we can’t wait to meet everyone on Monday night's launch call via Teams.

Whether you’re feeling excited, nervous, or wondering what you’ve signed yourself up for… we’re here to tell you: you’ve got this! 🙌

Still on the fence about signing up? That’s okay! Join us on Monday night anyway and get a feel for what KickStart is all about. Meet the team, find out what the program includes and see if it’s the right fit for you before you commit.

Details for Online Teams Launch Meeting:
Monday, 31st August at 18h00
Microsoft Teams Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/311562969032068?p=wtppfYPqRMMOiPGgj3

Whoever “they” are, they are 100% right.

Our popular KickStart Program starts in just ONE WEEK, and we can’t wait to get going!

This professionally structured 10-week program is designed to take you from the couch to 10K - with plenty of support, encouragement and, yes… fun along the way! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

You’ll have mentors cheering you on, fun surprises to look forward to, and a whole bunch of new running buddies to share the journey with. And after 10 weeks? You might just surprise yourself with how far you’ve come.

Haven’t signed up yet? What are you waiting for?
Head on over to https://dolphincoaststriders.co.za/products/kickstart-spring-2026 and hit that "Add to Cart" button.

🐬 AUGUST CLUB NIGHT IS ALMOST HERE! 🐬

It’s that time of the month again! Join the Pod this Thursday, 27 August for a run, a burger, a drink and plenty of good company. 💛🩵

🏃 4km & 8km Time Trial
🏆 Dolphin of the Month
🎁 Great prizes & raffles up for grabs
🍔 Burgers available on pre-order
🍻 The bar is always open!

📍 DCS Clubhouse
⏰ From 17:30

Run fast. Run slow. Walk it. Skip the run entirely and come for the burger. 😜 Everyone is welcome!

Bring your friends, family or that person who keeps saying they’re going to join a running club “one day”. This is their sign.

🏃‍♀️☕ L*D SATURDAY — COME FOR THE RUN, STAY FOR THE TRIP! ☕🏃‍♂️

Saturday mornings are better with the Pod! 💛🖤

Join us this Saturday, 22 August for our 25km L*D (Long Slow Distance), starting bright and early at 5:00am from the Dolphin Coast Striders Clubhouse.

And this one is about more than just getting the kilometres in…

🏃 25km L*D — run at your own pace
🎓 Seconding training — learn the ins and outs of supporting runners on the road
☕ Coffee trailer waiting when you get back
🎶 Music + good vibes
🍻 Honesty bar open for those post-run refreshments

Whether you’re running, seconding, learning or simply coming down for the gees, stick around afterwards and enjoy a proper Pod Saturday morning.

One stride at a time. One Pod all the way. 🐬

*DSaturday

Your journey to 10K is about more than just running. 🏃‍♀️

It’s about getting stronger, building confidence, staying accountable and having the right support every step of the way.

From structured training and strength sessions to expert guidance, mentorship and a community cheering you on, we’ve got you covered from your first step to the finish line.

Ready to take on the challenge?

Your running journey starts here. Sign up today!
https://dolphincoaststriders.co.za/products/kickstart-spring-2026

You don’t have to be a runner to run 10K. You just need to be willing to take that first step.🏃‍♀️

Our Couch to 10K programme is designed to guide you from those first few kilometres to crossing the finish line - with structured runs, strength training, expert support, mentorship and a community cheering you on every step of the way.

Start where you are. Trust the process. Surprise yourself.
Your 10K journey starts here.

For more information visit: https://dolphincoaststriders.co.za/.../kickstart-spring-2026 (link in Bio)

Strong women. Stronger Pod. 💛🖤

Here’s to the women who run towards their dreams, break boundaries, lift each other up and inspire us all — one stride at a time. 🏃‍♀️✨

Wathint’ Abafazi, Wathint’ Imbokodo.
You strike a woman, you strike a rock. 💪

This Women’s Day, tag a woman who inspires you, runs beside you, cheers you on, and pushes you to be the best version of yourself. 🐬💛

💛🖤 Calling all Dolphin Coast Striders – past and present! 🖤💛

This is more than just a party… it’s a celebration of 40 incredible years of friendships, finish lines, unforgettable memories and the Pod spirit that has made our club so special.

Whether you laced up your takkies with us decades ago or you’re proudly wearing the black and gold today, we’d love to celebrate this milestone with you.

✨ 15 August 2026
👔 Theme: Suits, Sequins & Sneakers
📍 Tigers Milk, Ballito Lifestyle Centre
🕕 18:00 until midnight

Tickets available on our website, link in BIO

Reconnect with old friends, make new memories and help us celebrate four decades of Dolphin Coast Striders.

Once a Pod, always a Pod. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🐬🥂💛🖤

Don’t think of them as hills. Think of them as “mounds of opportunity.” 😉⛰️

Every climb makes you stronger. Every summit builds confidence. Every downhill is your reward.

At the Pod, we don’t avoid the hills, we embrace them. Because that’s where resilience is built, friendships are forged, and the best stories begin.

So the next time the route points up, smile… it’s just another opportunity waiting for you. 💛🖤

KZN CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPS 2026! 🏆

Our dolphins juniors showed up with some great results yesterday 👏🏻 Well done Pod! 🐬🐬