Fun Seekers Johannesburg

Join us on our 12 Km walk in beautiful Kensington, Johannesburg. You will do a good workout in the company of friendly people and in beautiful surrounds. Kensington is a treasure throve of heritage sites. We will walk past the following Heritage sites: Jeppe High School for Girls, Dykeneuk Stone House, Tibetan Buddhist Centre, Jeppe High School for Boys, Scottish Horse Memorial, Kensington Castle. This is a most enjoyable walk year-round and it is a free event. Following the walk join us at Fournos, Bedfordview Mall for brunch and a social.

### Time

8 am

### Heritage Sites

We will walk past the following Heritage sites: Jeppe High School for Girls, Dykeneuk Stone House, Tibetan Buddhist Centre, Jeppe High School for Boys, Scottish Horse Memorial, Kensington Castle.

### Start and End

We meet in the parking area of Fournos Bedfordview (Bedford Mall), Shop U23 & U57 Bedford Gardens, Smith Rd, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, 2008. Join us for brunch afterwards.

### Pace and Duration

Moderate to fast pace. We do not run but we do not walk slowly. A degree of fitness is important as this is a hilly area. We do the walk in about two and a half hours.

### A Good Workout – You will Burn 1000 Calories

This is a good workout. You will be burning 1,000 calories and you will be able to put them all back again at Fournos.

### Vitality Points

If you are on Vitality you should be able to get your 300 Vitality points quite easily. I do!

### Brunch & Social

After the walk join us for brunch and a social at Fournos.

Join Us for a Walk or Ruck in Linden!
Fancy a good walk? Whether you're up for a relaxed stroll or want to spice things up with a weighted backpack, this is the perfect way to get moving. You set the pace, and if you’re feeling social, stick around for breakfast afterward…

What is rucking (aka yomping)?
Rucking (as the Americans call it) or yomping (if you’re feeling British), is simply walking with added weight. Think of it as hiking with a backpack—but in the city.
It burns more calories than regular walking, strengthens muscles and joints, and is easier on the knees than running. It’s a full-body workout that costs nothing, works for all fitness levels, and has the bonus of boosting your mood.
Use a weighted vest, ankle or wrist weights, or just throw a few kilos into a backpack. Go solo, bring a friend, or take your dog along. It’s all about making it work for you!
Not feeling like the added weight? No problem! Come along for the walk in any way!

Time and Where We Meet
We meet in the car park of Garden on 4th at 68, 4th Avenue, Linden, at 07:30, and set off on foot from there at 07:45. There is on-street parking with two dedicated car guards available (the car park is unfortunately reserved for the Linden Artists Market also taking place on the same day – see below). Our car guards (Peter & John) have been with us for years – please be so kind as to tip them when you leave?

The route
The 5km circle route starts at 07:45 in the parking lot at Garden on 4th (68, 4th Avenue, Linden), and follows the tree-lined streets of Linden, avoiding busy roads and intersections as far as possible. Walk fast, or walk slow, as you wish… Walk solo, or find a group that matches your speed. Bring your dog with (on a leash, please)!
Start at Garden on 4th at 68, 4th Street --> head south-east along 4th Avenue --> Left at 11th Street (Linden Swimming Pool on the corner) --> cross 3rd Avenue --> keep left on 13th Street --> turn left on 2nd Avenue --> carry on straight, crossing 5th Street (please exercise caution, as it is a busy street!) --> left on 2nd Street --> left on 4th Avenue --> cross 5th Street again, heading straight on --> back to starting point on the left, at Garden on 4th.

Linden Artist Market
By the time we return to the starting point, the Linden Artist Market will be in full swing at Garden on 4th. Feast your eyes on all kinds of original art from local artists, and who knows, maybe get something beautiful for that empty wall in your house?