Thanks to the Dreamfit Foundation’s Dreamcatcher Program, the WA Disabled Ski Club were able to share their new custom engineered ‘sit ski’ equipment with over 800 disabled school students and a range of club members during last summer’s water ski season.
When nominations opened for not-for-profit disability organisations to submit a project to win a custom engineered Dream project, The WA Disabled Ski Club promptly put up a request for a more light-weight and modern sit ski to replace their heavy, out-dated current set up.
The new sit ski enhances the opportunities for intellectually and physically disabled children and adults to enjoy the thrill and fun of water skiing.
“I just love the feeling of the wind and water through my hair when I ski,” said Karen Anderson, Dream recipient and spokesperson for the WA Disabled Ski Club.
“The new equipment helps me share this thrill and sense of freedom with other people with disabilities who also want to become active members in their community.”
Three second year UWA engineering student teams were supported by ARUP, Wood Group Kenny and SKM, all providing financial assistance and engineering mentors to guide them through the process of building their dream prototypes.
Dreamfit also received a $4,000 Fresh Food Kids Community Grant in August 2010 to assist with the project costs of the sit-ski project thanks to the continued support of the local community by Woolworths.
"We are extremely pleased to assist with this program. It's great to be involved in making a difference for people with disabilities in Western Australia,” said Brad Bolin, State Manager Woolworths.
“Knowing that over 800 disabled school students have had an opportunity to utilise this equipment is fantastic. In some small way it has made a positive difference to their life. We are proud to be associated with Dreamfit," said Mr Bolin.
