Surfers aim to get all on board

FOR many of us, heading to the beach to surf or play in the water is a regular pastime, but for those who have difficulty moving or accessing the sand due to a disability, a day of fun in the sun is nothing more than a dream.
But, the Disabled Surfers Association of the Sunshine Coast is turning the dream into a reality thanks to dedicated volunteers who help people with a disability enjoy a day of surfing at local beaches.
The organisation holds events throughout the year with the next beach day on Saturday 31 October at Ballinger Beach, Caloundra, then on Saturday 28 November at Maroochydore Beach in front of the Surf Life Saving Club, and the final event is at Noosa Main Beach on Saturday 19 March at First Groyne.
Anyone who needs assistance to access the beach or surf is welcome to attend and the Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) are also looking for volunteers.
“We would love as many volunteer helpers to join our events to make them as fun and safe as possible for our surfers,” association president Tim Byrne said.
“Anyone can come and help out.”
Sign-on for all events is between 8.30am and 9am with surfing from 9am to 11.30am. There will also be a free barbecue lunch afterwards.
Anyone who would like to be involved can phone Tim on 0423 621 371 or email sunny.prez@disabledsurfers.org