Welcome to the CMC Comrades 100 Campaign

The Journey to the 100th Comrades Marathon Starts Here

2027 Comrades Marathon is on June 13!

The CMC Comrades 100 Campaign is a structured training and support programme created to help Cape Multi Sport Club members prepare for one of South Africa's most iconic sporting events—the 100th running of the Comrades Marathon on 13 June 2027.

Whether you're aiming to run your first Comrades or add another medal to your collection, this programme has been designed to guide you every step of the way—from building your running base, achieving your qualifying marathon, and arriving at the Comrades start line confident, prepared, and ready to enjoy the journey.

The 100th edition of the Comrades Marathon is a once-in-a-generation milestone, and our goal is to have 100 CMC members standing on that start line together, proudly representing our club.

Throughout the campaign you'll benefit from:

• Structured marathon and Comrades training programmes

• Coaching support and guidance

• Organised club long runs and training sessions

• Educational evenings and athlete resources

• WhatsApp communication and community support

• Exclusive CMC Comrades 100 apparel - watch this space

• A motivating environment that keeps you accountable from your first training run to race day

While the official route will only be confirmed closer to race day, the programme will be adapted to prepare participants for the specific demands of the 2027 Comrades Marathon, ensuring you are ready for whatever challenge awaits.

Our Vision

To inspire, support, and prepare 100 Cape Multi Sport Club members to successfully participate in the historic 100th Comrades Marathon while building a stronger club community through shared goals, consistent training, and a passion for endurance running.

More than just preparing for one race, the CMC Comrades 100 Campaign is about creating lasting friendships, developing stronger athletes, and encouraging lifelong participation in running and club activities.

Together, we'll train with purpose, qualify with confidence, and celebrate every milestone on the road to Comrades 2027.

One Club. One Journey. 100 Comrades.

Participant Eligibility

To participate in the campaign, members must:

• Be fully paid-up CMC members for the 2026 membership year.

• Renew their club membership for the 2027 membership year once renewals become available.

• Maintain good standing within the club throughout the campaign period.

• Secure a Cormades 2027 entry when entries open

• Have run and qualified with a qualification marathon

Recommended Starting Fitness

Participants should possess a reasonable running foundation before entering the programme.

Recommended minimum fitness levels include:

• Current Half Marathon fitness preferred.

• Ability to comfortably complete a distance of approximately 15-25 kilometres.

• Commitment to following an appropriate training programme aligned with their experience and performance goals.

Participants remain responsible for selecting the training plan best suited to their current fitness level and intended Comrades objective.

Marathon Qualification Strategy

A key objective of the campaign is to encourage members to obtain their Comrades qualifying marathon during the 2026 Spring Marathon season.

Participants will be supplied with a 12 week Program to prepare - starting Monday 13 July 2026

Recommended qualifying marathons include:

3 October 2026

Intercare Blouberg Marathon

18 October 2026

Nelson Mandela Marathon

25 October 2026

Hangklip Marathon

7 November 2026

Winelands Marathon
21 November 2026

Vlakte Marathon

Participants may choose alternative qualifying marathons; however, the campaign objective is for the majority of runners to secure qualification before the end of November 2026.

This strategy provides several benefits:

• Early qualification and reduced administrative pressure.

• Opportunity for recovery and regeneration during November and December.

• A focused transition into dedicated Comrades preparation from December 2026 onward.

• Reduced injury risk associated with late qualification attempts.

Club-Wide Marathon Participation

The marathon qualification programme will remain open to all club members, including those not intending to participate in Comrades 2027.

This broader approach will provide value through:

• Structured marathon training programmes.

• Increased training group participation.

• Enhanced club engagement.

• Greater support for members pursuing personal marathon goals.

Official COMRADES Training

📅 27 December 2026

Our official Comrades-specific FREE GENERIC training programme begins on 27 December 2026, following the completion of the qualifying marathon season. The programme will prepare participants for every aspect of the 2027 Comrades Marathon through structured training, education, and club support.

Should  you want a more specific program tailored to your needs please contact one of the  COACHES listed on our website they will be able to assist you. Please enquire cost and details with them.

We encourage all prospective participants to attend the information sessions to understand the commitment required and discover how the CMC Comrades 100 Campaign will support you from qualification to race day.

Train Together. Qualify Together. Finish Together.

COMRADES  – The Real Investment

Most people think Comrades is about one day.

It isn't.

It's about 9–10 months of preparation and making smart investments in your training, equipment, and race experience.

🏃 Training Volume

You'll typically cover:

• Qualifying Marathon Block (12–16 weeks): 600–800 km

• Comrades-Specific Block (6 months): 1,000–1,500 km

Total training distance:
➡️ 1,600–2,300 km

👟 Running Shoes

A quality pair of shoes lasts approximately 500–700 km.

You'll likely need:

• 3–4 pairs of shoes

Estimated Cost: R7,500–R16,000

🎯 Coaching

Having structured coaching significantly improves consistency, accountability, and race-day preparation.

Typical coaching fees range from:

• R600–R1,500 per month

Over a 9–10 month campaign:

Estimated Cost: R5,400–R15,000

🏅 Race Entries

Including:

• Qualifying Marathon

• Build-up races

• Comrades Entry

Estimated Cost: R3,000–R6,000

🚗 Training & Travel

Including:

• Fuel

• Away training runs

• Weekend races

Estimated Cost: R3,000–R8,000

✈️ Comrades Weekend

Depending on where you're travelling from:

• Flights

• Accommodation

• Local transport

• Meals

• Merchandise

• Spending money

Estimated Cost: R8,000–R20,000

🍌 Nutrition & Recovery

Throughout the campaign:

• Energy gels

• Electrolytes

• Recovery nutrition

• Massage and physiotherapy (if required)

Estimated Cost: R3,000–R8,000

💰 Total Estimated Investment

Running Shoes R7,500–R16,000

Coaching R5,400–R15,000

Race Entries R3,000–R6,000

Travel & Training R3,000–R8,000

Comrades Weekend R8,000–R20,000

Nutrition & Recovery R3,000–R8,000

Total Campaign Investment R29,900–R73,000

💭 Something to Think About...

Many runners focus only on the Comrades entry fee, yet that's one of the smallest expenses of the entire journey.

The real investment is in:

• Showing up consistently.

• Following a structured training plan.

• Replacing shoes before they're worn out.

• Fueling your body properly.

• Planning your travel and accommodation well in advance.

Spread over 10 months, a R30,000 campaign is roughly R3,000 per month, while a more comprehensive campaign at R60,000 works out to about R6,000 per month.

Comrades is not expensive because of one race day—it is valuable because of the journey that gets you to that finish line. Planning your finances with the same discipline as your training will make the experience far less stressful and far more enjoyable.