On the 16th of March, we had the pleasure of welcoming the kids from Mont Coeur Group for a unique sailing adventure! These enthusiastic kids, overwhelmed by curiosity, were so…

On the 14 March we had the wonderful honour of inviting the 9mile surfing crew to join us at The Little Optimist. Although they are known for conquering waves, they…

On the 12th and 13th of March we had the wonderful pleasure of welcoming Oranjekloof primary for the second, as the air buzzed with excitement seeing familiar faces return to…

Sparkling on the water, laughter echoing across the docks, today's kids sailing programme was a pure bust of joy! From watching the little ones conquer the first fear of being…

We were blessed to have the beautiful dance group from Mannenberg visit The Little Optimist to learn how to sail. They shared a dance with us before setting off to…

In December we held our annual Teddy Bear Drive which was a huge success!Thank you to the follow places that took the time to do collections:HIIT Fitness, ParklandsKOM SurfDario –…

The Great Optimist Race adaptive team member, Darren Thomas, makes us super proud by representing South Africa at the recent Crossfit Wodapalooza in Miami. Full Article Here

The wind was howling, but we still had fun! Blikkiesdorp FC showed us what teamwork looks like while playing games and learning how to tie different kinds of knots used…

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Boatica Cape Town plays an important role in promoting the burgeoning blue economy, a sector that injects billions of rands per annum into the city’s GDP. Seventy one exhibitors were…

In our interconnected world, it's fascinating to hear diverse perspectives from individuals hailing from different corners of the globe. Today, we have the pleasure of sharing insights from Dan, a…

A Grassy Park sailor and his crew walked away as winners of the fourth Great Optimist Race, a charity race that brings people together from all walks of life.The race,…

We believe in forming partnerships with other NGO’s. Surfpop is a surf school focused on building a sustainable future for children and youth from disadvantaged communities around Cape Town.This group…

BY OLIVER DANIELS | 4 NOVEMBER, 2023The Great Optimist Race is an annual sailing competition that brings together 70 skippers from diverse backgrounds, including celebrities, children, differently-abled individuals, and cancer…

Byron Lukas | November 4, 2023 A Grassy Park sailor is riding a wave of success, as he and his crew won the fourth annual Great Optimist Race. The “world’s…

Tauhira Ajam | 3 November, 2023 Saturday saw the fourth annual Great Optimist Race take place at Boatica at the V&A Waterfront. Hailed as the ‘world’s most inclusive’ sailing event,…

By Staff Writer @GOODTHINGSGUY | 2 November, 2023 The 4th annual Great Optimist Race saw 70 skippers help raise R250,000 for charities, including A New Breath, Project Flamingo, CANSA and…

The Bonteheuwel teenagers arrived nervously at the Boatica Boat show, V&A Waterfront, not sure what to expect. After learning how to sail at The Little Optimist stand, they strode out…

These surfers learnt that sailing is just as fun as surfing when they visited The Little Optimist stand at the Boatica Boat show, V&A Waterfront.They enjoyed a nutritious lunch at…

Fifteen lucky winners of our Save The Ocean Competition visited The Little Optimist stand at the Boatica Boat show, V&A Waterfront.They enjoyed a nutritious lunch at Bootlegger Aquarium. After lunch…

We love each and every group that visit The Little Optimist Sailing Academy, but Astra Special School Learners have captured our hearts.These inspiring children taught us to practice what we…

Tauhira Ajam | 23 October, 2023 Three novice sailors will demonstrate that being differently abled isn’t a limitation when they take turns sailing an Optimist boat designed for children as…

Byron Lukas | October 18, 2023A Grassy Park man, who sailed his way to success after recently winning the national championship title in the SA420 sailing class, is on a mission to…

Luke celebrated his 11th Birthday with us at The Little Optimist Sailing Academy. With a cake like this and thrilling sailing, it was definitely a memorable day for everyone!

The Grade 7 classes from our neighbourhood school, Prestwhich Primary , attended our Sailing Thru Life Program this week. Not only did they prove to be skilful sailors and aced…

There was lots of excitement when thirteen children from JCOR Sunday School Group arrived at the academy for our Sailing Thru Life Program. The day kicked off with an interactive…

The energetic  Grade Eights had a jam-packed day filled with sailing, knot-tying challenges and a visit to the roller cade. Bad weather did not deter the festivities;  the second group…

Learners from across the Western Cape are conquering their fear of the ocean, while improving their quality of life through exposure to the sport of sailing.The Little Optimist Sailing Academy,…

Cape Town - The Little Optimist Sailing Academy based at Battery Park at the V&A Waterfront received a massive boost, following the sponsorship of a sailing boat by the V&A…

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The Little Optimist Sailing Academy recently hosted Prestwich Street Primary School pupils who got to learn to sail in a newly donated boat. Cape Town, South Africa (02 August 2023) –…

Prestwich Primary School is our neighbour school in the inner city of Cape Town. The grade sixes are reading a book about sailing and visited us at the academy to…

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Will’s Birthday party at The Little Optimist Academy is an experience that these sailors will not forget soon!Book your birthday party with us for two hours of fun that will…

Fourteen very excited children arrived at The  Little Optimist Academy this Saturday for our Sailing Thru Life Programme. They learnt about water safety and situational awareness – how being aware…

In February 2023 all the teams from The OCEAN RACE visited and supported and sailed with the little optimist sailing academy. The world famous skippers and  teams joined the optimist teams…

We were thrilled to pilot our unique Train The Trainer Course this Saturday. Seven eager candidates, brimming with potential, were introduced to our sailing therapy programme.We had loads of fun…

The Blikiesdorp Football Club experienced a different game with us today – sailing. They did not only acquire a new skill, but also learnt how to sail through life with…

Looking for something new for your next school outing?Book your kids to be inspired by The Little Optimist.They will learn:Water SafetyOcean HealthKnot tyingAnd learn how to sail an Optimist dingy.It…

The smiling faces of Astra Special School graced us with their presence on Thursday. Thanks to Coffee Importers, we warmed up with a nice cup of hot chocolate.The Little Optimist…

The kids from Bonteheuwel brought us so much joy on Saturday!They brought the inner child out of the staff - it was all play, no work!Thank you to Zaironesa for…

We launched our revised Full Day Sailing Programme on Saturday, 27 May.This programme is a step up from the Two-hour Learn to Sail Course with additional information and sailing techniques.…

A group of enthusiastic young adults visited The Little Optimist Academy to learn about our Sailing Thru Life Programme. They experienced sailing for themselves and the satisfaction it can bring…

A group of young boxers joined us at The Little Optimist Academy for a fun filled visit to the aquarium and for sailing. They learnt about Ocean Health from Adrienne and Amir taught them how to tack and gybe. The prize giving is always a highlight with certificates, medals and a small soft toy to commemorate the day!

What has become a tradition, HIIT Fitness did an Easter Drive again this year – and as usual, their clients did not disappoint.They not only collected yummy Easter eggs, but…

RIP Terrance.We met young Terrance Maclaughlin in 2017 when he was just 10 years old.He had Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy- a terrible, debilitating, terminal disease.But this boy had the biggest Heart.And…

On the 6th of April, The Little Optimist staff visited Maitland Cottage Orthopaedic Childrens Hospital to spread some Easter excitement.All the kids received Easter eggs, The Little Optimist Children's book…

A netball team from Oasis brought their A-game to The Little Optimist Academy. It turns out that netball players have great sailing skills too! Don’t just pack it, wear your…

A group of teenagers from Heideveld finally had the chance to visit the academy with Reverent Vernon form Heideveld Baptist Church. Their visit  had to be postponed twice due to…

The word IMPACT is used a lot. BUT what is IMPACT? and how can you impact AT RISK YOUTH? This is HOW! The Ocean Race visits The Little Optimist Sailing Therapy Academy-…

In 2021 we raised funds and helped Onwaba to have her legs straightened. Now that her journey is finished and she has had her last check-up, we are super pleased…

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Blikkiesdorp Football Club visited us at the Waterfront for the Ocean Race on the 18th of February and watched The Little Optimist Movie at the amphitheatre. Last Saturday, coaches Joyce and…