The chance to ride the waves on a surfboard proved to be an enjoyable experience for physically disabled locals.
Surf Day, held at Sand Bay on Saturday, was part of the Flight Centre Foundation Halberg Surf Programme, a partnership between the Halberg Disability Sport Foundation and the charity arm of Flight Centre.
The day gave disabled Northlanders a chance to dip their feet in the water and try out surfing. Maia Lewis, Northland disability sport adviser for the Halberg Disability Sport Foundation, said surfing was ideal for physically disabled people as it was a holistic experience.
"Surfing for disabled people provides improved health benefits, self-confidence and social interaction for not only the participants but their whanau and volunteers involved."
Ms Lewis said the benefits could be seen on the faces of everyone involved.