Life at the Bay

We sat down with our former dancing instructor, Cashmere, on why Tina Turner is her spirit animal and how Sugar Bay has given her a global perspective. With 18 years worth of dancing under her belt, she's performed all over the country and admits to how much she loves the limelight from her craft. "Oh! the standing ovations and flowers after the show! I love it. It just reassures me that I was born to dance." The 21-year-old, who's originally from East Rand Johannesburg, explained to us how she's on a dancing hiatus, and how the sky is the limit. " I'm currently studying French and working for my dad; just learning new things. I want to grow in other parts of my being."  1. Describe yourself in 3 words: "Passionate, compassionate, gwitty (gangster/ghetto/witty).  2. Hahaha, which counselor , past or present, inspires you and why? "Afro, he used to tell me that everything you do, should be done with a purpose." ...

Sugar Bay is excited to announce that we have launched our very own series! If you're wondering if this is another sequel to the Vampire Diaries or Gossip Girl... Ooops, you've got it wrong. Very wrong! Our series is set in a scene where there's endless sun, sand, surf and sea!  And no, this isn't Bay Watch either.  It is at the Bay however, but is more about our Sugar Bay counselors, what they have to say and how they play while they're at work, every single day. Our exclusive Sugar Bay “Get to know...” series gets under the skin of our camp counselors and reflects the unique personality and skills of each of our talented fun and loving care givers. Keep an eye out every week as we take a brief, yet in depth look into the lives of our Sugar Bay counselors 'behind-the-scenes'. From filming their awkward moments to overhearing their conversations and taking their imaginations on ...

It's no secret that one of the best things about Sugar Bay is the weird and wonderful counselors . They make the Sugar Bay experience an unforgettable one, whether it be during Holiday Camps or School Bonding Tours. But just who are these staff members and how do we make sure they're not crazy in a bad way but only wacky in the good way? I was lucky enough to spend some time with our 17 trainees last week and let me tell you, they are an exceptional group of people. And I'm not just saying that. This group of trainees astounded me. I've spent the past 4 summers in America dealing with over 50 international staff members each summer - I know staff - but hearing these trainees share their passion for camp and the difference it has made in their lives brought tears to my eyes.    Camp Director Zoe Ellender wasn't without teary eyes either as she heard how her dream of creating an American-style summer camp right here in South Africa has touched so many ...