Durban to host the 2025 SA Bodyboarding Championships

Updated Feb. 5, 2025, 5:22 a.m. | By East Coast Breakfast / Skyye Ndlovu

Durban has been chosen as the official host city of the 2025 South African Bodyboarding Championships, taking place in October!

Bodyboarding SA — Ethekwini Bodyboarding Association / Facebook

Durban is about to become the epicenter of intense action as the 2025 South African Bodyboarding Championships make their return to the city’s legendary shores!

This premier event will see the country’s finest bodyboarders competing in a high-stakes showdown of skill and power, to find the master of shredding waves. Sanctioned by the South African Bodyboarding Association (SABA) and Surfing South Africa (SSA) in collaboration with Durban Tourism,

The championship kicks off on Sunday, October 5, launching five electrifying days of competition. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Durban’s world-class surf conditions, you can expect intense barrels, explosive aerials, and gravity-defying maneuvers as the nation’s top riders go head-to-head for ultimate glory.

For Durban’s bodyboarding scene, this isn’t just a competition. It’s a homecoming. Durban’s warm waters, diverse beach breaks, and unmatched coastal energy, make it the perfect playground for the sport’s most thrilling performances.

Ethekwini Bodyboarding Association Chairman Saul Basckin couldn’t be more excited, stating:

“We are beyond thrilled to host the championship right here in Durban. This isn’t just about competing - it’s about showcasing the best of our sport, our culture, and our incredible community. We’re also committed to making bodyboarding accessible to all, with initiatives aimed at developing young talent and engaging schools in the region.”

Beyond the waves, the South African Bodyboarding Championships will be a celebration of community, culture, and the raw passion that fuels the sport. From local legends to rising stars, this is where talent meets opportunity, and where the next generation of champions will be born.

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