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A Fin-tastic Launch: The Little Optimist Trust Splashes into Success at the Two Oceans Aquarium
Calling all ocean adventurers! The Little Optimist Trust and the Two Oceans Aquarium joined forces
Heideveld Kids Become Mini Skippers at Little Optimists!
The Little Optimist Sailing Academy was buzzing again with the return of a familiar crew
Dive into a Sea of Fun! The Little Optimist Trust and Two Oceans Aquarium Partner for Book Launch Event
Calling all young ocean enthusiasts! The Little Optimist Trust, a non-profit focused on youth development
No Pirates, Just Fun! Durbanville Kids Set Sail with Little Optimists!
Ahoy, mateys! Here at the Little Optimist Sailing Academy, we’re all about fostering a love
Setting Sail with the Little Optimists: A Fun Family Adventure!
Ahoy, mateys! The Little Optimist Sailing Academy crew here, sharing another sunny adventure on the
Neuschäfer Captivates Audience with Epic Golden Globe Race Journey
On Wednesday evening, 15 May, The Little Optimist Sailing Academy set the stage for an
Little Optimist & Shonaquip Social Enterprise Partner on Accessible Sailing for All
The wind whips through your hair, the spray of the ocean kisses your face, and
Little Optimist Makes Waves in the News: A Tale of Inspiring School Bathroom Renovation
Ahoy, mateys! We’re excited to announce that Little Optimist recently charted a course for positive
Little Optimists Set Sail with River Church!
The Little Optimist Sailing Academy was buzzing with excitement last Saturday, May 11th, as we
Making Waves: Movie Night At Jack Black’s Brewery
We dove headfirst into a fascinating movie night and panel discussion at Jack Black’s Brewery.
Setting Sail with Inspiration at The Little Optimist
The Little Optimist buzzed with activity today as we welcomed Astra Special School for a
Laureus Sports for Good – Incubation Hub
The Little Optimist Academy & Trust is honoured to have been selected as one of
Cape Town Adventure Film Festival
On opening night – 12 April, documentary – OPTIMIST – was screened along with 2
Josh takes 2nd place!
Congratulations to Josh September, Senior sailing Instructor, who placed 2nd in Western Cape Sailing Champs.
Iconic SA Sailing Documentary to Star at Adventure Film Festival
Greg Bertish’s sailing documentary “Optimist” has been selected to debut at the Cape Town Adventure
Sailing Champs
Sailing managers, Amir and Shane and Sailing Instructor, Renton, took part in the Western Cape
Astra Bathroom Reveal
In 2022 and 2023, The Little Optimist Trust, with the generous donations of product and
Durbanville Children’s Home gets an Easter surprise
This Easter HIIT Fitness chose to collect toiletries, stationary and easter eggs for the 144
Greg Inspires the 2waysystems Team
Hi Greg, A heartfelt thanks from myself and the team. Your talk was fantastic and
From Landlubbers to Sailors: Mont Coeur Group Introduction to sailing
On the 16th of March, we had the pleasure of welcoming the kids from Mont
From shredding waves to catching the wind with the optimist
On the 14 March we had the wonderful honour of inviting the 9mile surfing crew
Anchors Aweigh Again, Oranjekloof primary is sharing the joy of sail with more students
On the 12th and 13th of March we had the wonderful pleasure of welcoming Oranjekloof
Oranjekloof Primary: 5 & 6 March
Sparkling on the water, laughter echoing across the docks, today’s kids sailing programme was a