Inverloch 2027 Events - Disabled Surfers Association
SURFING WAVES WITH SMILES ON DIALS!
Come along to catch some waves and be involved with the Bass Coast branch of the Disabled Surfers Association!
On January 8th and February 13th in 2027, we will be assisting and providing people with disabilities in our community a safe, free and fun-filled opportunity to go surfing and ride some waves at Inverloch Surf Beach. All made entirely possible with the help of volunteers!! (Otherwise known as legends).
Want to join us? Best way is to PRE-REGISTER TODAY!
If you are a Surfer Participant and will have a Carer/Guardian with you, please organise these in the same booking for ease of check in experience.
If you've got questions, don't hesitate to reach out!
Can't wait to see you there!
Run down of the day
- 9:00 am
Volunteer Registration Opens
- 10:00 am
Surfer & Carer/Guardian Registration Opens
- 10:30 am
Water Volunteer Briefing on the Beach
- 11:00 am
First Surf!
- 2:00 pm
Finish of Event & Pack up!
Attendee Information
- Info for all Water Volunteers
No experience necessary to participate and volunteer (unless you are a Red Shirt)!
Wetsuits are available to borrow on the day (limited sizes) if you don't have your own
Water role briefings starting from 10am (Red Shirt volunteers 10am, Blue Shirt water volunteers, 10:30am)
Upon registering, you'll be asked if you have a Working With Children Check(WWCC).
If you don't have a WWCC, we recommend easily signing up for a Volunteer card online via: https://service.vic.gov.au/ser... It only takes about 15mins and is FREE!First surfer session in the water at 11:00am. Surfers finished by 2:00pm.
- Blue Shirt Volunteers
You don’t have to be a surfer to help!
BLUE SHIRT volunteers help our Surfers enjoy a safe and fun surfing experience under the guidance of our Red Shirt Team Leaders.
- Red Shirt Team Leaders
The crew that sign up for this role are experienced, trained and keen to ensure that all our attendees getting into the water are safe and having a blast!
Upon registering, you'll be asked if you have a Working With Children Check(WWCC). It is MANDATORY that you provide a valid WWCC either prior to or on the day of the event.
If you don't have a valid WWCC, we recommend renewing it which can be done so easily online via: https://service.vic.gov.au/services/working-with-children-check-renew/homeIt only takes about 15mins and is FREE!
Please note:
Bring your own sunscreen, towel, water bottle, hat, swimsuit and/or wetsuit if you have one!
If you're planning to hang out on the beach, please bring your own shade tent/umbrella.
Beach wheelchairs are available but limited.
Beach access via wheelchair matting. Please note that this is limited to areas of marquee waiting zones.
Sunscreen will be available if you forget.
Free sausage sizzle and fresh fruit provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks too! (GF and VEG options available!)
Water available for refills.
If you are unwell at the time of event, please stay home for the safety of all attending this event. If you are unable to make the event after registering, please cancel your ticket. If you have any issues, please email us to arrange.
Disclaimer
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY: Due to the nature of this event, photography and video will be taken to capture special moments of our Surfers in and out of the water, along with their Carers/Guardians and our Volunteers. These images may include all groups and may be used for promotional, educational, or community purposes (such as social media, websites, or reports). By volunteering in a water-based role, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed or filmed during the event. If you do not wish to be photographed, we recommend selecting a land-based volunteer role, where every effort will be made to avoid capturing your image.
If you have any concerns or questions, please speak with the event coordinator prior to the event.
WEATHER EVENT CANCELLATIONS: In the circumstance we need to cancel an event, we will be in contact through all means necessary to communicate with all attendees the cancellation of the event as soon as decision is made. This will be done via SMS, social media, and the Humanitix platform. Coming up to every event, our committee monitor the weather forecast and patterns closely as the safety of all attendees on the day is of utmost importance.
This public event is covered by Public Liability through the Disabled Surfers Association.
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
