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The Jump City is urban adventure course racing in and around iconic landmarks of
South Africa. https://jumpcitychallenge.com What will you get up to on route?

Nothing is off limits in these courses as we send athletes into, over &
through places that they never knew a race could go. The Jump City series is the only event of it's kind in South Africa. We setup a 5km - 8km urban adventure course featuring 22 - 26 challenges along the way for you to complete. Nothing is off limits here as we send you to impossibly fun places, places where you can feel lik

e a kid again all while living your best life. Some of our races are even more indoors than outdoors. We don't just run you through the landmarks, athletes get to see the inner most workings of some of SA's most iconic locations : -

MUSEUMS | THEME PARKS | STADIUMS | SCIENCE CENTERS | FACTORIES

If adventure is your thing, then this is the event for you. Over the past 9 years we have challenged over 55 000 people to : -

CLIMB BUILDINGS | SWIM WITH SHARKS | PULL CARS | JUMP FROM HIGH BOARDS | GET LOST IN THE DARK | RACE THROUGH A MINE | RUN THROUGH MUSEUMS & SO MUCH MORE

Come play South Africa. Find out more at https://jumpcitychallenge.com/

19/06/2026

1 WEEK TO GO UNTIL ENTRIES CLOSE! There are exactly 7 days left to lock in your spot for Jump City uShaka before entries close. We are fast approaching 100% capacity, and once those entries close, they are closed. No extensions, no last- minute entries at the gate!
So what's it going to be? Are you going to watch all the fun on your feed or are you going to be the one flying down the slides?
Get your squad, finalise your costumes and get your entry in!

18/06/2026

1 WEEK TO GO! Who’s sliding? Who’s hiding?

The Jump City Challenge returns to uShaka Marine World next weekend! Trade your morning sleep-in for Durban’s ultimate sunrise adventure.

The Lowdown:
- 26 epic obstacles (crawls, climbs, and carries).
- A mesmerising run through the aquarium tunnels.
- A sun-soaked splash down the Wet 'n Wild water slides.
- The Party Batch: A booming speaker, a pace-setter, and random mid-course dance-offs.

No swimming skills required - just bring your team gear, your besties, and your gees! Finish by 8:30 AM, grab your medal, and hit the Village Walk for breakfast.

Entries are selling out fast. Tap the link in our bio to secure your batch!

12/06/2026

2 WEEKS TO GO!
Let's take this opportunity to live our best lives.

With just over 14 days until Jump City uShaka, the countdown is officially on!

We're already at 70% capacity, which means spots are disappearing fast. The only question is...

Are you sliding, or are you hiding?

Grab your crew, dust off your costumes, and get ready for an unforgettable day of fun, laughs, and giant inflatable madness.

Enter now before it's too late!
https://jumpcitychallenge.com/jump-city-challenge/ushakamarineworld/

11/06/2026

Some come to jump.
Some come to slide.
Join the adventure on the 27th of June 2026 at uShaka Marine World.

Some come dressed as superheroes, bananas, pirates, or in outfits or team names that would definitely get us in trouble with HR!
Over the years, you've brought the energy, the laughs and some truly unforgettable outfits to the Jump City Challenge.

Swipe through some of our favourite fancy-dress moments and tell us which costume wins the Jump City Hall of Fame?

https://jumpcitychallenge.com/jump-city-challenge/ushakamarineworld/

03/06/2026

Durban, Are You Ready to Play?

The legacy continues. For nearly two decades, Jump City Challenge has been pushing limits, breaking sweats, and delivering pure adrenaline. On June 27th, we are officially back to take over uShaka!

Make no mistake, this is definitely no walk in the park. It’s a relentless, heart-pounding challenge, but it’s packed with the best kind of fun and games.

Now, the question is... who is stepping up?

We are calling out all of Durban to show up, bring your absolute best, and come play with us on the 27th of June.

Tag the squad you’re bringing with you below!

Entries are moving fast. Hit the link in our bio to secure your spot today!

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02/06/2026

Not only are the final batches filling up fast, but Merch Orders officially close in 24hrs!

If you want to rock the exclusive Hustle Hard T-shirt while flying down the slides at uShaka, add it to your cart today!

Tag your squad who needs to enter today!

14/05/2026

Jump City is better as a team sport! Let's be real - you're gonna need someone to boost you over those walls!

Nothing beats the rush of crossing the finish line with your crew. Don't let your training partners suffer from major FOMO.
Tag the squad that still needs to enter!

Friends don’t let friends hold the bags while they get the medal. Get them signed up before the next phase sells out!

17/10/2025

It’s Race Day, Jozi!

The Jump City Challenge is taking over Gold Reef City TONIGHT — are you ready?

Here’s what you need to know before you hit the course:

Park & Play: Gold Reef City opens at 17:30. Follow signs to parking and head to Town Square to collect your race number.

Entry Barcodes: Access is included in your entry fee — check your SMS or email for your barcode and show it at the gate (on your phone is fine). To view this click here https://jumpcitychallenge.com/jump-city-challenge/goldreefcity/
Spectators are welcome for R50.

Dress & Gear: Bring your headlamp (elite batches it’s compulsory!), wear clothes you can crawl, climb, and get wet in, and leave phones & headphones behind.

Challenges & Fun: 22+ challenges along 5.5km, including hidden paths, climbs, inflatables, crawls, and plenty of surprises. Don’t skip — that’s where the fun lives!

Party Batches: Grab your glow, dress up, and get ready for a hype leader blasting tunes to keep your energy up.

Pro Tip: Watch out for the miner seeking revenge in the darkest corners… and the rapids are slippery, so follow the cones!

This is good, clean, adrenaline-packed fun for friends, family, and anyone who wants to feel like a kid again.

Check your details and get ready: https://jumpcitychallenge.com/jump-city-challenge/goldreefcity/

See you out there — it’s all fun and games… unless you miss it!

13/10/2025

Normal is boring.
And this week, boring isn’t an option.

It’s race week, and the Jump City Challenge takes over Gold Reef City this Friday night!

A 5.5km adventure course packed with 22 wild challenges, dark corners, water, laughter, and that one place even the maintenance team won’t go...

You’ll run through the Apartheid Museum, face The Miner’s Revenge, and find out what really hides in the dark.
It’s Jozi’s most loved night race — and trust us, it’s all fun and games... unless you miss it.

We’re down to the final few entries.
Don’t let later become never.

👉 Sign up now and join the madness this Friday night. bit.ly/48nIsb1

09/10/2025

There is just less than a week to go before you can take on this fun filled experience. 5km, 22 challenges, a route like no other in SA taking you through Gold Reef City Theme Park & Apartheid Museum along the way.
Link to enter in the comments and bio.

Address

Gold Reef Rd
Johannesburg

Website

https://www.jumpcitychallenge.com/

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