A group of big-hearted Dublin Bay swimmers have taken on the Jerusalema Challenge to encourage people to dip their hands in their pockets for a very worthy cause.
The Half Moon Mad Yokes, who swim at the very end of the South Wall, have created their own spectacular version of the viral dance sensation to raise both spirits and funds for mental health charity Aware.
They have have set up a GoFundMe page where people can both watch their uplifting dance and donate to the charity which does so much to raise awareness and support those living with depression, bipolar disorder and mood-related conditions.
The organisers said: "We are the Half Moon Mad Yokes, a group of novice sea dippers who swim at the Half Moon on the South Wall, near the Poolbeg chimneys. We love our little urban corner of Dublin Bay and can't get enough of it.
"If our dancing and swimming has you smiling, please consider making a small donation to Aware to help raise the mood of others at these times of need.
"And please share our humble efforts with anyone else you think will enjoy it. It brought us so much fun and joy to make it.
"Love from the Half Moon Mad Yokes. All are welcome so please join us for some freezing fun soon!"
The group also wanted to thank talented videographer Sergio Coyle Diez "for so generously volunteering his phenomenal drone and editing skills".
Aware's mission is to create a society where people affected by stress, depression, bipolar disorder and mood related conditions are understood, supported, free from stigma, and are encouraged to access appropriate therapies.
The charity was set up in 1985 in Dublin, but began as one single support group of volunteers has flourished to become a nationwide presence which has saved many lives and has, for countless others, eased the suffering and distress that depression can bring.
