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Celebrating Women’s Day on the Water
On 31 of August, the Little Optimist Sailing Academy hosted a special Women’s Day event
Uniting on the Water: River Youth Group’s First Sailing Experience
On the 17th of August at the Little Optimist Sailing Academy welcomed a vibrant group
The River Church Cape Town Youth Group
Kids from areas such as Parkwood, Lavender Hill, Seawinds, Pelican Park and Mitchell’s Plain who
Broadening Horizons with 9 Miles Project
9Miles Project is a community-based non-profit organization that was founded in Cape Town in 2013.Using
Sailing Therapy Academy awarded IOC Sustained Insight and Impact Initiative grant
Oranjekloof kids learning to sail with The Little Optimist Sailing Therapy Academy We would like
The Little Optimist Trust Wins Top Grant to Expand Sailing Therapy for Underprivileged Children
The Little Optimist Trust, a non-profit organization in Cape Town, has received a €26,000 (R516,087)
Brainstorming with the Crew
Brainstorming with the CrewIt is important for us at The Little Optimist to give every
Laureus Sports for Good M&E workshop
Erica and Adrienne from The Little Optimist, attended the Monitoring and Evaluation workshop at Laureus
Bridging Cultures Through Sailing
A San Francisco program is empowering young Guatemalan and Mexican teens through sailing and structured
Greg Bertish Inspires San Francisco with Tale of Resilience and Optimism.
Renowned adventurer and philanthropist, Greg Bertish, captivated a San Francisco audience yesterday with his extraordinary
Inspiring Talk at the St. Francis Yacht Club
Yesterday, the prestigious St. Francis Yacht Club hosted a memorable “Wednesday Yachting Luncheon,” featuring an
Spreading Smiles on Mandela Day: A Heartwarming Hout Bay Story
This Mandela Day, one of our very own team members, Adrienne, embraced the spirit of
Little Optimist Sails into Catkin High for Crime Awareness Campaign!
Yesterday, the Little Optimist team set off on an adventure that wasn’t on the water
World Champion Shares Public Speaking Secrets with Little Optimists!
This Monday, the Little Optimist Trust got an electrifying boost when Verity Price, the renowned
Epic Water Fights and Giggles Galore: The Little Optimist Trust Makes Logan’s Birthday Unforgettable
Planning a birthday party that keeps the little ones entertained and the grown-ups stress-free? Sounds
Greg Bertish Inspires at Royal Cape Yacht Club’s Winter Wednesday Event
12 June – Royal Cape Yacht Club , Cape Town It was an honour for
A Splash of Colour at the Little Optimist Trust Book Launch
The Little Optimist Trust recently hosted a vibrant book launch event at the Two Oceans
Ahoy, Mateys! Setting Sail with Laureus Sports’ Grade 10s on June 25
On June 25th, the Little Optimist Academy transformed into a seafaring haven for a fantastic
Setting Sail with Smiles: A Successful Multi-Day Program at Little Optimist!
Ahoy there, sailing enthusiasts! We’re thrilled to share the incredible journey we recently embarked on
Day Two on the Water: Sunshine, Smiles, and Sails!
Ahoy, mateys! We’re back with another update from Little Optimist Sailing Academy’s multi-day sailing program!
Setting Sail with Marsh Memorial at Little Optimist!
The Little Optimist Sailing Academy set sail on a new adventure today, kicking off a
Sailing Through Life’s Storms: Greg Bertish’s Inspiring Journey with The Little Optimist Trust
Greg Bertish’s recent interview with Fine Music Radio 101.3 FM shed light on his remarkable
A Splashing Success! Celebrating World Oceans Day with The Little Optimist
On June 8th, the Two Oceans Aquarium buzzed with excitement as we at the Little
Ahoy, Maties! Little Optimist Trust Sets Sail for Dragon Boat Fun!
Calling all Little Optimist adventurers! This past Saturday, June 8th, the Little Optimist Trust Sailing