About us
‘Made for More’ was founded and built on relationships.
As her relationships grew with the children, a deep yearning for them to know that they were created for more began to stir in her heart. While journeying with a boy and seeing the affect that sport had in transforming his life physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually, she began to wonder why it should stop there.
‘Made for More’ uses sport as a vehicle to bring hope, build relationships, and instill morals and values, while equipping and giving athletes the opportunity to pursue their sporting careers provincially and on a national level. When coaching, we don’t just focus on a physical, one- dimensional level, but we seek to go deeper and to invest in the heart and mind of the athlete.
We desire our brothers and sisters to break free from societies conformities and stigmas about who they are and what they can do, and discover that that are ‘Made for More’. We desire to see hearts and minds renewed as well as filled with a unique passion and purpose for their lives.
We desire to see this people group restored and filled with love, acceptance and hope for a better future.
“There is no greater disability in society, than the inability to see a person as more”
– Robert M. Hensel –
Our team
Julia Van Zyl
Founding Director
Julia has a Sport Science Degree majoring in Psychology and Disabilities from the University of Stellenbosch. She believes that God has made each and every person with a plan, purpose and passion for their lives. Here, at ‘Made for More’ it is our job and our privilege to help people discover what that is and live it out.
Anele Zama
General Manager
Anele has a National Diploma in Business Management and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. Anele is a farmer and friend to many. She loves Jesus, loves people and believes that everyone is called for a special and unique plan.
Adele Hugo
Finance and Administration Manager
Adele holds a National Diploma in Financial accounting which she completed whilst working in the corporate world. She is the company Mamma Bear who is passionate about community and enjoys motivating people to reach their full potential. She strives to live by the motto – “your life is not your own, it’s God-Given to help those around you”.
Owami Zama
Adaptive Sports Co-ordinator and Coach
Owami is a two-time South Africa Para Surfing Coach with a heart of gold and a deep desire to see people thrive. He lives by the quote “Look for something positive each day, even if on some days you have to look a little harder” .
Dave Jennings
Surf School Coordinator and Coach
Dave has 32 years’ experience in the surfing industry and is a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. He is a surf school owner, mentor and friend to many.
MONTHLY PARTNERS AND DONATIONS HELP US TO THRIVE AND MAINTAIN SUSTAINABILITY IN INCLUDING, EQUIPPING AND EMPOWERING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN SOUTH AFRICA. PLEASE JOIN US AS A FAMILY, AND BECOME A PART OF THIS INCREDIBLE JOURNEY OF HOPE AND RESTORATION.
