Sports & Events

There are numerous sports and clubs to join! Traditional South African sports such as rugby and cricket are played at the town’s country club.

The Pineapple Cricket Tournament is a famous yearly event with teams consisting of local farmers in the district. Many of our past and present students participate in this fun tournament!

There are also hockey and tennis clubs. (With both leagues running through the winter months).

For those running enthusiast there are the “Kowie Striders” to join.

There are also a number of private gyms, and a wonderful Wellness Clinic, where Pilates and Power Plates are offered.

Where possible Stenden South Africa l has arranged preferential rates and conditions with local clubs and activities.

WATERSPORTS

As one would expect, many of the activities take place in and on the warm Indian Ocean and the Kowie River that runs through the town centre. The river is 18 kilometers long and may be cruised by boat or explored by canoe.

Water skiing, windsurfing, surfing and scuba diving The reef, which is located less than a kilometer offshore, is regarded as one of South Africa’s most colorful. Moreover, it is also close to the site of a well-known shipwreck.

OTHER SPORTS

Port Alfred offers the opportunity to participate in popular sports such as fishing, canoeing, and mountain biking, hiking and even skydiving at the nearby Grahamstown airfield.

Golfers are in for a fantastic time as Port Alfred boasts one of only four royal golf courses in South Africa. A 15-minute drive out of town brings one to the Fish River Sun golf course which was designed by the great Gary Player.

Port Elizabeth and East London often host national and international sporting events.