About Aerial Sports South Africa (ASSA)
Aerial Sports South Africa (ASSA) is the official federation for pole and aerial sports in South Africa. As a recognised member of the Pole Sports and Arts World Federation (POSA), we are focused on developing the sport at every level – from amateur participation to elite international competition.
Our goal is to build a sustainable future for pole and aerial sports in South Africa: one that welcomes diverse athletes, nurtures local talent, and shifts outdated perceptions of our sport. While interest in the sport is growing, access to structured training and competitive opportunities remains limited. ASSA is working to change that by setting standards, creating pathways, and advocating for recognition both locally and abroad.
ASSA was founded by Chantal Cornelissen, a former POSA World Champion in the Pole Art Elite Masters 40+ category. Under her leadership, we are creating more opportunities for athletes to train, compete, and succeed. Through our national competitions, athletes have the chance to qualify and represent South Africa at any of the three prestigious POSA World Championships: Aerial Sport, Pole Sport, and Pole Art. Those athletes who have represented South Africa internationally under the ASSA banner have consistently excelled on the international stage, with multiple medal wins to date.
We invite athletes, coaches, partners and supporters to be part of this growing movement – and help shape the future of aerial sports in South Africa.
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