Mountain Abandon

23/06/2026

We are proud of all our Comrades athletes, but running a sub-11 hour as a working mom of 2 young children is challenging on another level!

Massive congrats .beverley for finding the patience, the pace and the perseverance to execute the perfect ultra despite an inevitably imperfect lead-up. Your tenacity and mental toughness in this game of life and running keeps surprising & inspiring. 💛

And shout out to ! Because we all need a solid crew on race day... 💪😁

24/04/2026

Party time for our 35km finishers! Well done Jacobie & Candice! 🥳 These results mean so much more than anyone can know... 💪

30/01/2026

Performance is a journey, not a destination - it's about more than just finish lines. It’s about the daily choices - early mornings, sessions in the heat, the rain, the mud. Choosing recovery that fuels tomorrow. Prioritising rest when needed. Being strong, able and healthy - not just on race day, but every day.

At Mountain Abandon our coaches combine physical endurance training, nutrition, and mindset. We journey with each of our athletes through the process of what it takes to perform to the best of their ability, understanding where every individual comes from and what it is they're looking to achieve as both an athlete and as a person...

27/01/2026

27/01/2026

Abandon your fears and embrace the trails in 2026!

Mountain Abandon's Trail Coaching isn't just about chasing numbers - it's also about achieving freedom in the mountains. We help you to build resilience and confidence, and find joy in every step of your training journey. Because being comfortable, competent and content out on the trail is key to both performance and enjoyment...

03/01/2026

Pretty cool to have Nicolette Griffioen - Coach celebrated even by the Afrikaans media 😉 Huisgenoot sharing some insights on Nicolette Griffioen and the pretty phenomenal 2025 that she has had ⛰️🦅

At Mountain Abandon we are just so privileged to have such an down to earth and inspirational person as part of the coaching team!

As always...Abandon you Fears, Embrace the Mountains!

Van Vlaeberg tot by Noordhoek en terug – 100 myl, regdeur die nag, op die voetpaadjies van Tafelberg, die Gewelberge en Silwermyn. En toe wén sy dié ultramarathon, haar vierde vanjaar.

01/01/2026

Happy new year all! ♡ May you reach summits beyond your imagination in 2026...

Our final trip for 2025 saw climb her last outstanding high peak in the Berg - Giant’s Castle - while completing a full traverse. What a way to end the year! 🙌

05/09/2025

The best Drakensberg Mountain Guide around for custom, multi-day trips covering above-average kilometers per day! 😏

09/08/2025

Today Mountain Abandon celebrates all the women who choose the outdoors.

Women who climb mountains, run trails, or ride bikes...

Women who find strength in solitude, connection in movement, and freedom in their love for nature.

Thank you to all the wonderful women we've met through Mountain Abandon - coaching, guiding and other adventures. Keep doing what you do. ⛰️✌️💚