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Volunteers receiving training at the 2015 Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) annual hands-on surfing day. File image: Lynne Mowbray

Hands-on day for disabled surfers at Turners Beach on Saturday

Volunteers receiving training at the 2015 Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) annual hands-on surfing day. File image: Lynne Mowbray
Volunteers receiving training at the 2015 Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) annual hands-on surfing day. File image: Lynne Mowbray
  The far north coast branch of the Disabled Surfers Association (DSA) is holding its annual hands-on surfing day – the Keenan Classic – for the Clarence Valley and visiting disabled community at Turners Beach, Yamba this Saturday November 19. The DSA is a non-profit, volunteer-based, self-funded charity group that helps disabled people to experience the joy of surfing. “We are always seeking volunteers, surfers and non surfers, to enable us to run our day smoothly. We need water people, caterers and sign-on assistance” a DSA spokesperson said. “Lunch is provided, from our sponsor Maclean Variety Meats. We also provide rashies, sunscreen and water. “All our volunteers have to bring are their swimmers, a hat and a big smile “Come along for a fun in the sun day with lunch provided.” Volunteers: 9am for briefing and training where applicable. Participants: 10am bring your swimmers.