Disabled Surfers Association of Australia
About the DSAA
The Disabled Surfers Association was established in 1986 by Gary Blaschke after a motorcycle accident which he lost his knee cap and under went extensive rehabilitation.
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Gary saw a void that needed to be filled as over the years, many surfers with disabilities have unfortunately, been loners with no one to help them get back into the water.
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Many suffer from disabilities that the general public would not consider a disability.
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From asthmatics to joint injuries to paraplegic, many members have found friendship, support and have renewed their interest in surfing.
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Gary’s vision quickly extended to all classes of disabilities, as it is today. A total voluntary organisation, which sets world’s best practice for Disabled Surfers.
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"I had the best time at Umina. I so enjoyed myself and would like to thank Rae and the volunteers who made it possible for me to have a surf. I loved every minute so thank you. Looking forward to the next day!!"
Kirsty K., Participant
