Last week, Western Province played against Sir Lowrians in Sir Lowry’s Pass. This was an exciting opportunity for our boys to enjoy watching a high quality team play rugby. (For those who are unfamiliar with South African Rugby, Western Province won the Currie Cup last season, which is the equivalent of the Aviva Premiership in England). Although Sir Lowrians could not be faulted for their commitment and ferocity in the tackles,...
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The Academy has been busy working on organising a fundraiser to raise awareness and much needed funds to continue this great work. This Friday there is a quiz night in Somerset West with fifteen different tables booked, all hoping to win but also committed to supporting the Helderberg Academy’s work. Since coming back after the Christmas break, we have taught two life skills – service and focus. The children learnt a lot...
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For the final coaching sessions of 2014, we took the young people from the different communities to the beach. They played soccer, rugby and a number of other fun games before taking a dip in the sea. The Helderberg Academy was also able to give the boys and girls Christmas presents, due to the kind donations of clothing and other items from other people. As you can see from the photo, they had a great time. We wish all our young...
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Last week, the Helderberg Academy said goodbye to Coach Mike. Mike has been with the Academy for two years and has played a significant role in helping some of the boys come off drugs and choose to stay in school. He also helped run the website and mentor some of the interns. Mike will be missed by all the children as well as the other coaches. He leaves to pursue a career in retail and complete his physiotherapy exams. We wish him...
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For the past five weeks, Kideo and Songo have joined the team in Macassar to coach Cricket. Kideo and Songo are studying at Somerset College and their course requires them to volunteer in a charitable organization, therefore they chosen to help at the Academy. Both Songo and Kideo are keen sportsman, excelling in rugby, soccer and cricket. The young people have really enjoyed having Songo and Kideo guidance and coaching and we are...
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We have recently begun teaching basketball in Macassar, using the experience and skills of Coach Mike. Mike used to play a high standard of competitive basketball in Holland, before he moved to South Africa. The children and young people have really enjoyed the sessions and we have attracted a significant amount of new children who wish to play this sport. The sessions are based around our lifeskill of identity and are teaching the...
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