Help people of all abilities ride a wave

“WITHOUT you, we couldn’t go surfing and it’s such a wonderful feeling being able to get in the sea,” Lynne Foremann said.

Lynne took part in a Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) surf day at Ocean Grove, where volunteers help people of all abilities experience a fun and safe surfing session.

DSA are now on the search for more participants and volunteers to take part on February 4 and March 4.

DSA says its aim is simply to put “smiles on dials” and to provide an inclusive experience for all people with any disability to experience the rush of riding a wave.

The days are a great way for volunteers to make a contribution to the community, it is incredibly rewarding and provides an experience that able bodied people can often take for granted.

No surfing experience is necessary to participate or volunteer and training is provided on the day for new volunteers.

All equipment is also supplied and there is a barbecue lunch, fruit and water supplied to everyone involved in the event.

There is also no cost to attend the DSA surf days at Ocean Grove.

Event dates are February 4 and March 4, registration is from 8am and the day concludes between 1pm and 2pm.

Events are held at Ocean Grove Main Beach.

Volunteers and participants can get more information and sign up in advance online by visiting the Ocean Grove page on the Disabled Surfers website, disabledsurfers.org, or by finding them on Facebook.