The Sabrina LoveSummerChallenge
Paddle, walk, run or ride in Plettenberg Bay this December and help us make 2026 a year of joy for children with disabilities at the Sabrina Love Foundation.
The 2026 Year of Joy T-shirt
Every entry, on every day, includes this year’s Summer Challenge T-shirt and a finisher medal. The shirt comes in Sabrina pink and melange grey, with the star and unicorn on the front and the joy cherubs on the back.
- ★Finisher medal with every entry
- ♥2026 Year of Joy T-shirt, presented by Discovery
- ✿Wear it with pride all summer in Plett
Every entry brings a child joy.
Your entry fee goes to the Sabrina Love Foundation. This is what the Foundation did for children in Plett and the Bitou region in 2025.
It all started with Sabrina.
Sabrina Lubner was born in 1996 with a rare bone condition that meant she could never walk or sit on her own. She still lived a full life. She drove her own electric wheelchair, rode ponies, sang and painted with her mouth. She passed away in 2003, just before her seventh birthday.
Her parents, Tony and Suzy Lubner, started the Sabrina Love Foundation in 2004 to care for disabled children and their families in Plettenberg Bay and the Bitou region. Over the years they have built the Summer Challenge into one of the biggest events in Plett each December, and the whole town wears pink for it.
“We decided to create her Sabrina Love Foundation, a Foundation to take care of all the disabled children and their families in our Plettenberg Bay and Bitou region.”Read Sabrina’s full story
Suzy Lubner
Inspiring inclusion
Holistic Care
We provide nurturing, comprehensive care addressing the physical, emotional and developmental needs of children with disabilities.
Inclusion
We champion the inclusion of children with disabilities, enabling them to learn in mainstream schools, engage fully in their communities and participate in everyday life with dignity and belonging.
Empowerment & Awareness
Helping children live the life they deserve, while equipping their families and teachers with the knowledge and skills to support their journey to independence.
We envision an inclusive society where disabled children and their families thrive alongside others, fostering empathy, understanding and shared opportunities.
Four days of joy
Enter one day or all four. There are options for every age and fitness level, from a 4km family beach walk to a 40km mountain bike ride.
Beach Walk & Surf Ski Challenge
Paddlers do a 12km surf ski from Central Beach to Robberg and back. Families walk 4km along the beach. Bring your wishing shells for the Sabrina Love wishing well on the route.
Every entry includes a medal & T-shirtDiscovery Vitality Run Series
A 5km or 10km road run through Plettenberg Bay. More than 1,200 runners took part in 2025.
Every entry includes a medal & T-shirtMTB & E-Bike Challenge
Ride the trails of Kurland Estate and the MTO forestry. The 40km has about 702m of climbing. The 10km is a good option for beginners and younger riders.
Every entry includes a medal & T-shirtTrail Run & Kids of Steel
The last day of the Challenge. Trail runs of 6km, 12km and 21km through Kurland Estate, followed by Kids of Steel for the young athletes.
Every entry includes a medal & T-shirtEntry fees
| Event | Start | Entry | Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 27 Dec · Beach Walk & Surf Ski · Central Beach | ||||
| 12km Surf Ski Single | 08h00 | R450 | Medal + T-shirt | Enter → |
| 12km Surf Ski Double (per paddler) | 08h00 | R300 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| 4km Beach Walk Adult (18+) | 08h30 | R330 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| 4km Beach Walk Child (18 and under) | 08h30 | R200 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| Mon 28 Dec · Discovery Vitality Run Series · Longstone Park to Central Beach | ||||
| 10km Road Run | 07h00 | R450 | Medal + T-shirt | Enter → |
| 5km Road Run | 07h30 | R450 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| Tue 29 Dec · MTB & E-Bike Challenge · Kurland Estate | ||||
| 40km E-Bike & 25km E-Bike | 07h00 | R550 | Medal + T-shirt | Enter → |
| 40km MTB | 07h15 | R550 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| 25km MTB | 07h30 | R550 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| 10km MTB | 07h45 | R450 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| Wed 30 Dec · Trail Run & Kids of Steel · Kurland Estate | ||||
| 21km Trail Run | 06h30 | R560 | Medal + T-shirt | Enter → |
| 12km Trail Run | 07h00 | R450 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| 6km Trail Run | 07h30 | R450 | Medal + T-shirt | |
| Kids of Steel (ages 8 to 14) | 09h30 | R250 | Medal + T-shirt | |
Prices per person as listed on Entry Ninja. Every entry includes a finisher medal and a 2026 event T-shirt. Entry Ninja may add a booking fee at checkout.
Good to know
Whether you are racing or walking with the family, there is a place for you.
Timed, with water points
Professional timekeepers on every race, and water points on the run, MTB and trail routes.
No cut-off times
Go at your own pace. Support vehicles are out on every route.
Medal & T-shirt
Every entry, on every day, includes a finisher medal and a 2026 event T-shirt.
E-Bike starts
Dedicated 25km and 40km e-bike start at 07h00 on MTB day.
Kids & families
Family beach walk, 10km MTB and the much-loved Kids of Steel.
Wear pink, bring joy
2026 is the Year of Joy. The whole town goes pink for four days, so come dressed for it.
Not racing? Share the joy.
The Summer Challenge is the Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year. You can make a donation, look at the Wishlist, come and support on the day or volunteer. It all helps keep Sabrina’s Centre running for the children and families who need it.
Wear the joy
Get your Summer Challenge kit from the Sabrina Love shop. The 2026 range is in, and every purchase supports the Foundation.
Thank you to our sponsors
Frequently asked questions
What do I get with my entry?
Every entry includes a finisher medal and a 2026 Year of Joy event T-shirt, plus professional timing and water points on the run, MTB and trail routes. Most importantly, your entry fee goes to the Sabrina Love Foundation.
How do I enter?
Each day has its own entry page on Entry Ninja. Click the “Enter” button for the day you want. If you are doing more than one day, enter each one separately.
Can I do more than one event?
Yes, lots of people do all four days. Paddle or walk on the 27th, run on the 28th, ride on the 29th and trail-run on the 30th.
I’m not very fit. Is this for me?
Yes. There are no cut-off times, support vehicles are on every route, and the 4km Beach Walk, 5km run, 6km trail and 10km MTB are perfect for beginners and families.
Who can do Kids of Steel?
Kids of Steel is a run/swim/run for young athletes on Wednesday 30 December at 09h30, Kurland Estate. Ages 8 to 10 do one lap (about 1.5km: 600m run, 100m swim, 800m run) and ages 11 to 14 do two laps (about 3km). Entry is R250.
How does the Surf Ski Double work?
Each paddler pays R300, so a double boat costs R600 in total. You will be asked for your partner’s details on Entry Ninja.
Where does my entry fee go?
All proceeds support children with disabilities through the Sabrina Love Foundation. The money pays for therapy, daycare, transport, meals and inclusive education in Plettenberg Bay and the Bitou region.
Who do I contact with questions?
Call or WhatsApp the Sabrina Love Foundation on +27 78 803 8978, or email [email protected].
