Zeekoevlei Training Day | November 2018

Zeekoevlei Training Day | November 2018

The training day at Zeekoevlei was an eye-opener.   First, all the children from "Reach for a Dream" arrived, their faces lite up with excitement, joy, anticipation and curiosity that could not be contained.  Although they couldn't speak English that was no challenge...

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Paddle 4 Presents | 30 November 2018

Paddle 4 Presents | 30 November 2018

Paddle 4 Presents is a fun way for one to give back/help a charity and donate a Fluffy Toy to a sick or needy child at Red Cross Childrens Hospital. On the 30 November, people both young and old arrived to celebrate this annual event  (now in its 6th year) with their...

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Colouring In Competition | Kids Corner

Colouring in is a form of expression.  And is so important for kids to learn the art of colour (see what we did there), from such a young age. It promotes creativity which is vital in the development and of course, it's a FUN activity to do! As we love enriching loves...

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School Talk At Rondebosch Boys Primary School

School Talk At Rondebosch Boys Primary School

Dear Greg A big thank you for speaking to our boys on Tuesday. I thought that your presentation was excellent and your message is one that we can all reflect on and take to heart. I have received so much positive feedback from boys and staff. Cara, thank you too for...

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New Dawn Community | Movie Night

New Dawn Community | Movie Night

On Tuesday 20 November The Little Optimist spent the afternoon at New Dawn Community in Kewtown. Monday to Friday New Dawn feeds 120 children breakfast and gives them a sandwich for school – an amazing feat that is run by 2 very patient and kind woman – Jenny and...

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Thank You | CROCS

Thank You | CROCS

Here is some CROCS fun in the sun at The Great Optimist Race – 21 October 2018. CROCS sponsored an optimist for the race and their boat will be joining the sailing academy for development kids – thank you CROCS!...

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The 2018 GREAT OPTIMIST RACE Was Incredible!

The 2018 GREAT OPTIMIST RACE Was Incredible!

The inaugural race took place on Sunday 21 October 2018 in gusty and tricky conditions on a beautiful day in Cape Town. 42 Optimist sailors set off on a tricky 3 lap course through the V &  A Waterfront, watched by 1000s of spectators.   With the magnificent backdrop...

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Maryke From Two Oceans Aquarium | Great Optimist Race

Maryke From Two Oceans Aquarium | Great Optimist Race

Dear Greg, Cara and Amy   Wow – what a weekend! Huge big well done for literally keeping heads above water – it is rather rare that I get to see a team – in action – under stress – who all just keep smiling. But all for good reason as you pulled of a fantastic event...

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This Is Why We Do It | Lawhill Maritime Centre

This Is Why We Do It | Lawhill Maritime Centre

Good afternoon Greg, We as Lawhill Maritime Centre would like to express our sincerest appreciation for the opportunity afforded to some of our student on Friday. It is through people like yourself that students find the courage to continue through the hard times and...

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Thank YOU Hilton!

Thank YOU Hilton!

Hi GREG / Cara, I just want to THANK YOU and your TEAM and Zeekoeivlei YACHT CLUB GUYS and everyone involved FOR THE GREAT DAY HAD BY ALL. Keep smiling...

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