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AQUATHONS

Aquathon 2026

Our biggest splash of the year — hours in the water, hearts wide open, and a whole community moving together for a cause. Sunday 9 August 2026.

An Aquathon is exactly what it sounds like — a marathon in the pool. Our members, instructors, families and friends take to the water back-to-back, class after class, cheering each other on from the first warm-up to the very last cool-down. It is loud, it is joyful, and it always ends with someone in tears (the good kind).

We have hosted more than one Aquathon over the years, but this year's event is especially close to our heart — every length swum and every rand raised goes straight back into the causes and people we stand behind.

Thank you for making this possible

An event like this simply does not happen without generous people behind it. To every business, sponsor, volunteer and member who gave time, prizes, product or plain old elbow grease — thank you. You turned an idea into a day our whole Aqua family will remember.

Our Aquathon 2026 sponsors

C'La Vie Melkbos Luxury Accommodation logo

C'La Vie Melkbos Luxury Accommodation

Proud sponsor of our Aquathon — 9 August 2026

Splashing Stars logo

Splashing Stars

Swim school family & Aquathon supporter

More sponsor logos coming soon

We're gathering artwork from everyone who supported us — watch this space.

Aqua Family News

Grateful for Strong, Supportive Women and Men

A heartfelt thank you to Candice and her husband Eric, and to Maria and her husband Clifford Patrick Evans — beautiful souls who continually lift others up.

It's the little things that count for us — the reaching out in the middle of a storm and really keeping us motivated as instructors. We are so grateful for the strong women and men in our community who are always so supportive of others. ❤️

Candice smiling
Candice
Maria and her husband Clifford Patrick Evans
Maria & Clifford Patrick Evans

Celebrating Palesa — A True Aqua Ultra Fitness Ambassador

We are shining the spotlight on Palesa, a beloved and longstanding member of the Aqua Ultra Fitness family. Since joining us in 2021, she has brought nothing but positivity, dedication, and encouragement to every class.

Palesa is a wonderful mom and a highly qualified, skilled woman who continually inspires everyone around her. Wherever she goes, she spreads the word about our aqua classes — her enthusiasm and support truly mean the world to us.

Thank you, Palesa, for being such a bright light in our Aqua family. We are so grateful to have you with us! ✨

Palesa, a longstanding and beloved Aqua Ultra Fitness member
Palesa — Aqua Ultra Fitness ambassador since 2021

Welcome, Baby Benyamin!

Huge congratulations to instructor Luca and his family on the arrival of their baby boy, Benyamin. We are overjoyed to hear that both mom and baby are healthy and doing well.

Our beautiful Benyamin Heskes Viljoen was born on 1 July 2026, weighing a healthy 3.85 kg. Luca and Ardin are over the moon with their perfect little boy, and they cannot thank everyone enough for the love and support shown during this special time.

As soon as Benyamin is settled into his routine, they promise to bring him to the pool to meet all his aqua aunties and uncles. Much love from Luca, Ardin and Benyamin.

Instructor Luca's newborn baby boy Benyamin wrapped in a soft blue blanket

Congratulations, Tracey Elliot!

We are incredibly proud to announce that Aqua Ultra Fitness member Tracey Elliot is now a Mrs South Africa finalist!

Tracey embodies strength, grace, and determination — qualities she brings to every class. We are cheering her on every step of the way.

Members can follow Tracey's Facebook page and her Mrs South Africa journey here:

Tracey Elliot wearing her Mrs South Africa Semi-Finalist sash

In Loving Memory of Mariette Benn

We honour the life of Mariette Benn, a cherished member of our Aqua Ultra Fitness family. Her kindness, warmth, and presence in our classes will never be forgotten.

Mariette Benn, remembered with love by the Aqua Ultra Fitness family

Our hearts go out to Rodney, Mariette's husband, during this difficult time. We are deeply grateful for the moments we shared with both of them at Aqua Ultra Fitness, and we hold those memories close.

Gone but not forgotten, always Aqua Family to us — you are missed, Mariette.

You will be missed...

Di Plumridge turned a young 86 in 2026 — our oldest Aqua Fitness member.

Born in Pretoria, she has 4 grandchildren and is moving away with her daughter. We will miss her dearly in class.

She started class with us in March 2023. She amazed us all with what she could do in class, but more so with her beautiful personality.

Di Plumridge, our oldest Aqua Fitness member, smiling warmly

Thoughts & Prayers

Pink breast cancer awareness ribbon

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all our current Aqua Ultra Fitness members who are currently battling cancer. We see your courage, your resilience, and your fighting spirit — and we are holding you close in our hearts.

You are not walking this road alone. The entire Aqua family is behind you, sending love, strength, and healing energy your way.

Keep believing. Keep fighting. We are cheering you on today and every day.

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." — Isaiah 41:10

A Message from Jenny V.

Sending love and care to Sakkie from all of us at Aqua Ultra Fitness 💝

Jenny V. and Sakkie
Jenny V. and Sakkie

Hi Tina

My man Sakkie is gister ontslaan dit was hartversaking sy hart waar die hart chirug die 4 omlyning operasie gedoen het lyk nog baie goed die 1 hartklep is besig om te verkalk maar lyk nog goed dit het te doen met sy rokery 20 jaar gelede

Baie water is gedreineer en suurstof het darem geklim na 89 wat eintlik 99 moet wees maar die kardioloog is tevrede

Hy het sy medikasie aangepas en ek Kan sien hy is besig met vordering

Hoe Groot is die Genade van ons Hemelse Vader Dat my maaitjie besig is om te herstel

Dankie vir jou boodskap en omgee. Jesus kinders kyk en gee om vir hul medemens

Dit is so wonderlik om pragtige mense op jou lewensreis te kan he.

Baie dankie vir jou inloer dit is so waardevol en liefdevol om so n spesiale mens op jou lewenspad te Kan he

Mooi bly En lekker dux vnaand en onthou Jy is super spes 💝💜🌹💝💜🌹

Melkbosstrand… Let's Help Create a Night to Remember

For most matric learners, the matric dance is a once-in-a-lifetime evening filled with excitement, laughter, and memories that last forever. Sadly, for some, financial hardship makes this special night feel impossible.

The Rawson Sisters from Rawson Properties Melkbosstrand are proud to support The Princess Project — an initiative dedicated to ensuring deserving matric learners can experience their matric dance with confidence, dignity, and joy.

We're looking for donations of matric dance dresses, suits and jackets, shoes, handbags, jewellery, hair accessories, and any formal wear in excellent condition. Every donation tells a young person: "You matter. You deserve this moment."

Please get in touch with the Rawson Sisters if you'd like to donate. Even sharing this post could help us reach someone who can.

Together, let's give every matric learner the chance to feel beautiful, confident, and celebrated.

The Princess Project South Africa logo held by the Rawson Sisters

Join Our Aqua Ultra Fitness Coffee Group

Our Aqua family extends beyond the pool! We often meet up for coffees, mini-golf, and fun times together to connect, laugh, and enjoy each other's company outside of class.

If you would like to be added to our Aqua Ultra Fitness Coffee Group, please WhatsApp Tina on +27 72 907 3899. We'd love to have you join us!

Louise, the wonderful person behind the Aqua Ultra Fitness Coffee Group idea

Louise — the wonderful person behind our Coffee Group idea ☕