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Beach Day & Surf Therapy – 7 December 2024
December 7 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Roxy Davis Foundation to Host Inclusive Beach Day and Surf Therapy Clinic on December 7th in Celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities and International Volunteer Day
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Cape Town, South Africa – The Roxy Davis Foundation is thrilled to announce an inclusive and activity-packed Beach Day and Surf Therapy Clinic on Saturday, December 7, at Muizenberg Beach, highlighting International Day of Persons with Disabilities and International Volunteer Day. This event aims to make the beach experience accessible for everyone while promoting surf therapy as a unique way to boost mental and physical well-being.
Join us for a Day of Inclusion, Empowerment, and Fun! The Roxy Davis Foundation invites everyone to join this event and experience the joy of the ocean and community. This celebration is more than just a beach day—it’s a testament to a community of possibility where passionate people gather together with purpose breaking barriers and creating lasting change.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Location: Surfers Corner, Muizenberg Beach, Cape Town
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
For more information or to get involved, please visit www.roxydavisfoundation.org or contact us at info@roxydavisfoundation.org
Register as a participant or a volunteer here: https://roxydavisfoundation.org/event/7-december-2024/
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Participants can look forward to a wide range of beach and ocean-inspired activities throughout the day, including:
- Beach Activities and Games: Fun for all, creating an environment that welcomes everyone to enjoy the sun and sand.
- CANSA Active Sun-Smart Activation: A partnership with CANSA & Ocean Freedom to educate on sun care and skin health.
- Shark Spotters Education Programme: Insightful sessions with local experts on marine safety and shark conservation.
- Ocean Pledge Beach Clean-Up: An initiative to protect our coastlines and inspire environmental responsibility.
- Surf Therapy Sessions: A therapeutic experience led by trained surf coaches, allowing participants to experience the mental health benefits of surfing and the ocean.
MAKING THE BEACH ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL
One of the primary focuses of this event is to ensure that the beach is accessible to everyone. The Roxy Davis Foundation will provide services to support persons with disabilities, including access mats and assistance to bring participants safely to the water’s edge. For those unable to join in surfing, there will be a variety of beach activities to ensure a memorable day for everyone. Additionally, we’ll celebrate the incredible volunteers who dedicate their time to making this day, and surf therapy, a success.
FUNDRAISING INITIATIVES
The Foundation will also host a fundraising initiatives to support our ongoing mission.
- Donate to our back a buddy campaign and benefit in the following ways
Support ongoing surf therapy programmes for 2025 & Stand a chance of winning one of 5 incredible hampers from our brand partners.
https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/breaking-barriers
Prizes generously donated by Boardriders, Lifestyle Surf Shop, Wetsuit Warehouse & Sally Ann Creed
- Alternatively businesses or individuals that would like to support the Roxy Davis Foundation can donate via the website where donations receive a Section 18A certificate for tax benefits. https://roxydavisfoundation.org/donate-now-to-surf-therapy/
- Rent a surfboard or wetsuit from Surf Emporium on Saturday 7th December 2024 and 100% of your rental will be donated to the Roxy Davis Foundation.
About the Roxy Davis Foundation
As a Non-Profit Organisation, the Foundation sustainably focuses on understanding, broadening, connecting, educating and sharing evidence-based best practice principles through delivering ongoing life changing ocean based experiences with the intended outcome of enhancing both people’s physical and mental well-being.
Registered NPC 2019/167824/08 | NPO 235-936 | PBO 930069168
About International Day of Persons with Disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3) is an international observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. The observance of the Day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
About International Volunteers Day
International Volunteers Day (December 5) was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985 to recognize and celebrate the contributions of volunteers worldwide. It was first observed in 1986. The day also serves as an opportunity to highlight the importance of volunteerism in achieving sustainable development goals.
Join us in celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities and International Volunteer Day on December 7th—where the beach becomes a place of unity, joy, and empowerment for everyone.
Thank you to our partners for supporting this event and ongoing programmes delivered by the Roxy Davis Foundation.
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Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers and donors for making these events possible. If you would like to be part of our surf tribe changing a life one wave at a time please donate here.
Your donations go towards specialised equipment, safety training and services and surf therapy program management
