NIFTY BRU
Run Club KLOOF , KZN
Crew founder Keenan Hunn tells us more
about this cool social run crew in Kloof , near Durban , who love to meet for a run , a chat , and a well-deserved post-run beer .
RUN CREWS
give a briefing and a welcome to new members . Each week I share the run on our story on instagram (@ nifty _ bru _ runs ), and I ask those who join if they want to be added to our WhatsApp group .
We are now introducing a new edition to our running group called “ Pop Up Runs ,” which will also happen in the afternoon , but on a random day , at a random location . It ’ ll still be 5km long and will start around 5:15 as well , but we ’ re spreading out a bit , so that we can get our name out there .
What inspired you to start the Nifty Bru Run Club ?
I took up running back in 2019 as a way to stay active , and I was hooked almost immediately . Exercise has always been a big part of my life , so getting into running felt natural , and over the years , as I got better , my passion for the sport deepened . Running changed my life , giving me the confidence to believe that I could achieve anything I set my mind to . I ’ d always dreamed of creating my own brand , and that ’ s how Nifty Bru was born – a social running club with a good vibe . My goal was to show new , young runners that running isn ’ t just a sport ; it ’ s a lifestyle that benefits both your social life and your physical health .
What is your motivation to keep the crew running ?
I ’ ve always been a social person , so I wanted to create an environment where I could blend my love of socialising with my passion for running . There ’ s something special about sharing the positive experiences I ’ ve had with running with friends and family , and even strangers . I wanted Nifty Bru to be a place where people see running not as a chore or a punishment , but as a fun , goal-oriented way of life .
How did you build Nifty Bru ?
I ’ m lucky to have an amazing group of friends who share my enthusiasm for running . They ’ ve helped me spread the word about Nifty Bru , and our social runs have grown naturally through word-of-mouth . The community keeps expanding , and I ’ m excited to see where it goes from here . traditional running clubs , which often come with fees and a more rigid structure .
Why are young adults flocking to social running clubs ?
Running has become increasingly popular among the younger generation in recent years , and for many , social running clubs offer the perfect entry point into the sport . These clubs provide a low-commitment way to see if running is for you , without the pressure of joining a traditional running club . Plus , with so many young people joining these social clubs , it ’ s a great way to meet like-minded individuals and make new friends while staying active .
So , where do people find you if they want to join a Nifty Bru Run ?
We have our run every Friday at 5:15pm sharp , on the same 5km route every week , although on the odd occasion we will do the route backwards . Some people refer it to as the beer run because it starts outside Stokers Arms , a bar in Old Main Road , Kloof . ( Our running group also gets a discount on drinks at Stokers !) Most people come a little earlier , and sometimes I
So , if you ’ re looking to combine your love of socialising with a healthy , active lifestyle , Nifty Bru in Kloof might just be the crew for you . Come run with us , and see how running can transform your life , too .
Images : Courtesy Nifty Bru Run Club
What do you think are the attractions of social running crews ?
There ’ s something special about enjoying a beer after a run – it ’ s like it tastes 100 times better , and there ’ s no guilt involved ! But on a more serious note , if you ’ re a young adult or student looking to stay active , social running clubs are a fantastic way to combine exercise with socialising . It ’ s a great alternative to more
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