A World of Possibilities: Why Surf Therapy Needs to Be Part of the Conversation on Disability in South Africa

A World of Possibilities: Why Surf Therapy Needs to Be Part of the Conversation on Disability in South Africa

In South Africa, children with disabilities continue to face significant barriers to participation, inclusion, and well-being. While physical activity is known to benefit all children, for those living with disabilities, access to recreational or therapeutic sport opportunities remains limited. This article introduces the context and motivation behind a research study that explored the impact of […]

A world of possibilities: an exploration of experiences of children with disabilities participation in a surf therapy programme in South Africa

PhD Doctoral Dissertation/Thesis Download Here: https://open.uct.ac.za/items/eca315fc-7193-41d6-9ba4-449436114522/full Literature shows evidence of the benefits of surf therapy. However, as it is still a relatively new form of therapy, there is limited research available on it. This absence of literature is particularly evident for children with disabilities in South Africa (Benninger et al., 2020). Therefore, the intention of […]