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ON the beaches of Jeffreys Bay an incredible initiative is making waves, literally. The Jeffreys Bay Surf Alliance (JBSA) surf therapy programme started out as a pandemic feeding scheme in 2021, and has evolved into a therapeutic after-school programme for under-privileged children between eight and 15.
The children excitedly gather to surf under the guidance of dedicated coaches, receive a meal, and learn and play.
This is known as surf therapy, where local children come together every week, from Monday to Thursday. The programme creates an environment where the children learn to safely ride waves, acquire valuable life skills and encourage positive friendships, as well as ever-important surf etiquette. This refers to the guidelines and rules for behaviour of surfers in the water, to foster safety and respect among all who share the waves.
