#WeekendEvents: Sunrise Tai Chi and more on the Coast

Saturday, November 10

• With a black belt in Wudang Kung Fu and a passion for the power of Tai Chi, Matthew Pickles will be teaching these ancient movements at sunrise sessions at Willard Beach. First class is from 6.30am to 7.30am. Your first class is free, thereafter it is R100 a lesson. For more information, contact Pickles at 084 555 5944.

• Every Saturday morning Forest Hills German Shepherd Club Ballito holds dog training for all breeds at Townsend park, Ballito. Times are as follows: 7:50am advanced; 8.30am beginners. Contact chairperson Gaby Lyle on 082 925 6481.

• Head down to the Litchi Orchard for the Makers Market. A feast of local produce and creativity will be on show. Live entertainment sets the mood and crafts are also on sale. Fun for the whole family! Contact The Litchi Orchard at 032-5255118. Entry is free.

• Enjoy live music at the Ballito Lifestyle Centre. The Market: Dave Charles from 9.30am – 11.30am, Dave Starke from 12pm – 2.30pm, Roarke Angelbright from 3pm – 5pm and Dave Marais from 7pm – 9pm. Eat Street: The Back Lapels from 2pm – 4pm and Winston Smile from 6pm – 9pm.

• Don’t miss the North Coast Artists meeting at St Luke’s Church Hall at 8.45am for 9am. Local artist, Lara de Jager, will demonstrate acrylic pouring. The entrance fee is R40 which includes refreshments.

• The Dolphin Coast community has been called to action to help a family’s desperate fund-raising mission for their five-year-old daughter, Ariella Cocorozis who was recently diagnosed with a rare and fatal tumour. Get involved by buying your tickets to the stunning three-course dinner including entertainment and a chance to win amazing prizes at La Piazza, Ballito on Saturday, November 10 at 6pm. Book your table of ten people for R3500 or buy individual tickets at R350 per person. The dress code is smart casual and remember to RSVP via WhatsApp or SMS to Erin at 082 944 0055.

• For all the die-hard rugby fans, catch all the big games down at Old North at Karibu. England vs New Zealand at 5pm, Wales vs Australia at 7.30pm, Ireland vs Argentina at 8.30pm and SA vs France at 10.05pm.

Sunday, November 11

• Head down to the exciting new Blythedale Coastal Adventure Market at the Blythedale Event Bowl every Sunday. This market is the first ever fresh produce market with adventure activities on site and will also include live music from top artists. The longest slippery slide in KZN is one of the main attractions. Anything from fresh fish, locally sourced regional produce and artisan food will be available. On the adventurous side, challenge your friends with a capture the flag paintball game or a game of laser tag. Open every Sunday from 10am – 4pm.

• Enjoy live music at the Ballito Lifestyle Centre. The Market: Liam on Piano from 10.30am – 12.30pm and Rowan Stuart from 12.30pm – 3.30pm. Eat Street: James Freedom from 2pm – 4pm.