Get Ready for Heart-Pounding Thrills at the 2023 Ballito Pro Festival!
Hold onto your seats because the 2023 Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill is about to blow your mind!
This year’s festival is not just about the mind-blowing surfing action in KwaDukuza; it’s also packed with jaw-dropping trials biking demonstrations and mind-boggling skateboarding stunts that will leave you breathless. Brace yourself for an adrenaline-fueled extravaganza starting with the Ballito Pro Skate Jam at the Ballito Bowl on Saturday, 1 July at 12 pm. But that’s just the beginning, folks!
Prepare to have your mind blown as Brent Le Riche, the master of extreme sports, returns to the Monster Energy Programme from 7 to 9 July. The Ballito Pro Skate Jam, organized by Old School Productions, is pulling out all the stops to bring you an electrifying lineup of professional skaters and mind-blowing brand activations. This year, the contest is set to reach new heights with South Africa’s top talent showcasing their skills and taking the competition to a whole new level.
Hold your breath as world-class skater Damian Bramley, a Northern Cape prodigy and a hopeful for the 2024 Olympics, graces the bowl. Joining him is the awe-inspiring Thalente Biyela, who went from the streets of Durban Beach Park to becoming a professional skateboarder in Cape Town, capturing his incredible journey in the acclaimed documentary, I am Thalente, featuring skateboarding legend Tony Hawk. And that’s not all! The Ballito Pro Skate Jam will feature Khule ‘the coolest kid in Durban’ Ngubane, the reigning champion Kalvyn Mac Millan, defending U16 champion Ezra Vosloo, and the unstoppable Jamie De Villiers. This is not just a skateboarding contest; it’s a full-on festival complete with food trucks, music, giveaways, and the exhilarating Monster Energy Truck.
Don’t miss out on the mind-blowing action at the 2023 Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill Festival. Get ready
But wait, there’s more! From 7 to 9 July, the Ballito Pro Festival will unleash The Monster Energy Truck, injecting the beachfront with an electrifying vibe and contagious energy. Prepare to be amazed as South Africa’s legendary trial rider, Brent Le Riche, unleashes mind-blowing tricks on his demo rig near the retail area at Willard Beach. Le Riche, one of South Africa’s most accomplished riders, knows how to thrill a crowd and will leave you wanting more.
Now, let’s talk about the 2023 Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill Festival itself. This legendary surfing contest has been running for ages, and this year it’s bringing you the ultimate entertainment experience from 27 June to 9 July. With a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and growth under the theme Konke KuLuhlaza – Everything is Blue, this festival promises to be bigger and better than ever. In addition to the mind-blowing action on the waves, visitors can indulge in retail therapy, invigorate their bodies with free beach Yoga and Pilates sessions, enjoy daily beach sports and recreational activities, dance their hearts out with Jive with Jen, and let their kids have a blast with face painting and fun games. The O’Neill Blue Capsule initiative and Women of the Wave activation are must-see highlights, and there’s even a Bra Golf Day fundraiser and a Para Surf Expression Session!
But that’s not all—prepare to be inspired and educated with environmental awareness programs, coastal and cultural tourism experiences, and mind-bending indoor rowing demonstrations. This festival has something for everyone!
to be part of the change and experience the thrill like never before. Remember to use the hashtags #konkekuluhlaza and #everythingisblue to share your unforgettable moments.
For more information about The Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill festival program,
visit: Website: www.theballitopro.com