{"id":209151,"date":"2021-11-22T11:13:24","date_gmt":"2021-11-22T09:13:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=110274"},"modified":"2021-11-22T11:13:24","modified_gmt":"2021-11-22T09:13:24","slug":"countdown-begins-for-ballito-pro-2021-presented-by-oneill-this-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/countdown-begins-for-ballito-pro-2021-presented-by-oneill-this-december\/","title":{"rendered":"Countdown begins for Ballito Pro 2021 presented by O\u2019Neill this December"},"content":{"rendered":"

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After Covid-19-related delays, organisers of the 2021 Ballito Pro are excited to announce the official dates for the highly-anticipated Ballito Pro presented by O\u2019Neill surf and festival programme, based at Willard Beach in KwaDukuza. From 9 to 19 December, visitors will get the chance to watch world-class surfing action and enjoy a full line-up of festival fun as the Ballito Pro gets underway in December \u2013 for the first time ever!<\/p>\n

\u201cKwaDukuza Municipality is very pleased to implement one of our key tourism recovery elements this summer by supporting the Ballito Pro presented by our partners O\u2019Neill,\u201d said Executive Director \u2013 Economic Development & Planning of KwaDukuza, Mr Sikhumbuzo Hlongwane. \u201cThe adopted 2020 KwaDukuza Socio-economic Recovery Plan identified this event as the launching pad for our digital destination marketing strategy focused on attracting domestic and international tourism.\u201d<\/p>\n

He encouraged the private sector partners and tourism establishments to embrace the event which is set to follow strict Covid-19 health and safety protocols: \u201cWe hope to retain this as one of the top five sports tourism events in KwaZulu-Natal. We\u2019d like to thank our sponsors and partners for continued support and resources, and we look forward to hosting the prestigious 55th Surfing South Africa Championships for the first time in KwaDukuza.\u201d<\/p>\n

Brand Director Paul Canning of Sector Group, said: \u201cOn behalf of O\u2019Neill, we are honoured to be involved in the Ballito Pro again this year. It has been a tough two years for all competitive surfers and I am excited to see such a prestigious and integral event on the South African Surfing calendar go ahead once again. I would also like to extend a huge thank you to the KwaDukuza Municipality for their continued support of the Ballito Pro and surfing in South Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Ballito Pro 2021 is centred around ongoing surfing contests; the professional World Surf League\u2019s Men, Women\u2019s and Junior contests, as well as the O\u2019Neill Ballito South African Surfing Championships \u2013 being hosted in Ballito for the first time in history. And while the surfers battle it out on the waves, festival-goers can enjoy a variety of recreational activities and retail options suited to all ages.<\/p>\n

WSL Africa Regional Manager Colin Fitch concurred, saying they\u2019re looking forward to hosting this world-class event: \u201cSouth Africa\u2019s young surfers are hungry to make an impact on the Qualifying Series and a good result at this prestigious event could catapult you into the big league. Our sincere thanks and praise to the KwaDukuza Municipality, the sponsors and all the residents of Ballito for welcoming us back to their wonderful town and magnificent beaches.\u201d<\/p>\n

Robin de Kock, General Manager of Surfing South Africa said they\u2019re excited to be associated with the Ballito Pro in the form of its annual Surfing South Africa Championships: \u201cThe 55th edition of this iconic event is particularly important as it determines the South African Men and Women\u2019s Champions and decides which district will take home the coveted President\u2019s Cup. We are grateful to the KwaDukuza Municipality for putting their faith in us and we are confident that the athletes will embrace the opportunity to sample Ballito\u2019s famous surf.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ballito Pro 2021 Festival Programme<\/p>\n

Extreme sports and beach action at Willard Beach
\u00b7 The Ballito Pro Skate Competition presented by Volcom & Fallen Footwear on Thursday, 16 December
\u00b7 Free sunrise yoga and pilates
\u00b7 Beach volleyball
\u00b7 Daily fashion shows, beach mania and dance displays
\u00b7 Virgin Active Summer Pop Up
\u00b7 All Good Natural Holdings Beach Pop Up
\u00b7 Hollywood Bets Pop Up<\/p>\n

Retail delight at Willard Beach daily 9am to 5pm
\u00b7 Food court and cider garden
\u00b7 Arts n crafts and exhibitions
\u00b7 Surfboard displays and shaping
\u00b7 Oakley and other pop ups
\u00b7 Virtual reality rides including Santa & Surf<\/p>\n

Mike\u2019s Kitchen Kids Zone at Willard Beach
\u00b7 Face painting, water balls, sandcastle building, beach dash and activations
\u00b7 Lots of fun competitions and giveaways<\/p>\n

After Dark Programmes with live entertainment
\u00b7 Yami\u2019s Unplugged
\u00b7 Miss Mikes Junior Pageant on Thursday, 16 December
\u00b7 Ballito Village Sunset Festival
\u00b7 Gidela Lounge and Shisanyama
\u00b7 Ballito Village Sundowner Festival 5pm to 11pm daily<\/p>\n

Ballito Pro Environmental Awareness Campaign and Programme
Sarah Ferguson, the founder of Breath Conservation, renowned Channel swimmer, world record holder, and silver license swimming coach will run environmental awareness campaigns and activations from 15 to 17 December. This will include a guided marine walk and pop-up snorkel day. Bins will also be strategically located at the event for the Slip Slop campaign.<\/p>\n

Ballito Pro Covid-19 Safety Campaign and Vaccination Site
The Ballito Pro Presented by O\u2019Neill in partnership with IPSS Medical and We Thrive is running a Covid-19 Safety Awareness Campaign which will include a Vaccination and Testing Site at Willard Beach from 9 to 19 December for event goers.<\/p>\n

People can book via the Thrive website (www.wethrive.co.za) for vaccination instore at Thrive Ballito from 1pm to 5pm. Atlernatively, the Thrive Nurse will vaccinate at the Ballito Pro Thrive stand from 8am to 1pm. Walk-ins will be accepted, but bookings will take preference.<\/p>\n

IPSS Medical will also have a designated Covid-19 Testing Site at the event entrance where they will conduct Covid-19 PCR and antigen tests.<\/p>\n

*Please note that in line with Covid-19 regulations, media will be required to book dates and time slots in advance for the Ballito Pro. To book, contact media@oliviajones.co.za.<\/p>\n

The Ballito Pro presented presented by O\u2019Neill will broadcast the event in partnership with DSTV People\u2019s Weather channel 180 \/ Openview Channel 115, and Ballito TV.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit:
Website: www.theballitopro.com
Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/theballitopro\/
Twitter: www.twitter.com\/TheBallitoPro
Instagram: www.instagram.com\/TheBallitoPro
Youtube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/theballitopro
Snapchat: Username \u2013 TheBallitoPro<\/p>\n

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