DJ Run 2025 7 Days of Focus
We’re bringing back the 7 Days of Focus for the 8th annual DJ Run— a full week of free daily fitness activities designed to get you moving for your mental health! Each day features a different way to move your body, suitable for all fitness levels, and brings us together in a shared mission: Raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
After the incredible success of last year’s challenge, we’re keeping the momentum going with a fresh lineup of activities — inlcuding Meditation, HIIT, Yoga, MMA, and Zumba® — plus opportunities to join in both in person and online. Remember, these are just ideas to get you started! Whether you walk, dance, surf, skate, or stretch, every step counts toward building a stronger, more connected community.
Check out the full schedule below and join us for a week of movement, mindfulness, and meaning. Let’s make DJ Run 2025 our most inspiring year yet!
Sunday, 16 November 2025
Mindful Meditation
Start the week with calm and intention. Join us for a guided meditation session to help you ground yourself and set your focus for the days ahead.
When: All day
Where: YouTube @watchmeriseza
Champion: Kirsten Scott
Monday, 17 November 2025
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
Get your heart racing with a burst of energy! This session is all about pushing limits, building strength, and feeling empowered through movement.
When: 17h00
Where: Honeydew, Johannesburg, or join our live stream
Champion: Von
Tuesday, 18 November 2025
Cardio Combat
Ready to punch, kick, and sweat it out for mental health? Join us for a high-energy Cardio Combat class in the heart of Cape Town! This fun, martial arts–inspired workout blends strength, rhythm, and intensity for a full-body fitness experience that will leave you feeling strong and empowered. No experience is needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm!
When: 17:00
Where: Cape Town CBD
Champion: Iron Tiger Fight and Fitness
Tuesday, 18 November 2025
The Art of Being Alive: Creative Tools for Hope
In a world that moves fast and rarely pauses, this gentle online workshop invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself through creativity.
Guided by a Registered Counsellor and songwriter, we’ll explore how sound and colour — music and art — can become simple, powerful tools for mental wellbeing.
No talent or experience is needed. This isn’t about painting or performing; it’s about expressing, noticing, and listening. Through guided exercises, reflection, and shared moments of stillness, you’ll discover how creativity helps to ease stress, lift mood, and bring a sense of calm and connection back into daily life.
Please bring along something to create with, nothing fancy is needed. Anything you already have at home, like pencils, coloured pencils, or markers, will work perfectly. This isn’t about making “good art”; it’s about giving yourself space to express, explore, and simply be.
When: 19h30
Where: Zoom
Champion: Bracha Singer
Wednesday, 19 November 2025
Yoga
Find your flow with a gentle yoga practice focused on balance, breath, and self-awareness. Perfect for all fitness levels.
When: All day
Where: YouTube @watchmeriseza
Champion: Kirsten Scott
Thursday, 20 November 2024
MMA
Channel your inner warrier! Learn basic MMA techniques in a safe and empowering session that builds confidence, focus, and resilience.
When: 18h00
Where: Rosenpark, Cape Town
Champion: Trident Fight Centre
Friday, 21 November 2024
Zumba®
End the week on a high note with an energetic Zumba session! Dance, move and celebrate how fun fitness can be.
When: 17h30
Where: Theo Marais Sports Complex, Milnerton
Champion: Claremont Zumba®
Saturday, 22 November 2024
Finale Event
We’ll close off the DJ Run week with an exciting in-person Finale Event at Hangtime Climbing Gym. Expect great vibes, community energy, and a celebration of everyone who moved for mental health!
When: 10h00 – 18h00
Where: HangTime Climbing Gym
Champion: Watch Me Rise
Run/Walk for Life Members
The Run/Walk for Life DJ Run Challenge will be running throughout the week! The goal is to complete 36km over the 7 days.
Register for the challenge through the Run/Walk for Life app, and your activity stats will automatically sync with our leaderboard on ImpactPhil. Stay motivated, track your progress, and see your impact grow as we move together for mental health.
When: Contact your local club
Where: Run/Walk for Life clubs all over South Africa (or wherever you desire)
Champion: Michaila Banger, Run/Walk for Life (Kempton Park)
Donations
As part of our collaboration with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) and Taswill Welcome, we’re raising funds to convert a shipping container into a free mental health counselling clinic in Mitchells Plain. The container is secured, and SADAG will fund the operational costs. Our contributions will go towards converting the container into a safe, functional, and welcoming space through soundproofing, insulation, electrical wiring, lighting, plumbing, security measures, and basic furnishings.
If you would like to contribute, please visit our BackaBuddy Campaign to make a donation. Your support can make a difference in the lives of those affected by mental health challenges.
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