Disability Sport & Recreation Hawke's Bay
Enhancing the lives of disabled people through the benefits of sport and active recreation.
At DSRHB, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate, connect and belong. Through inclusive sport, recreation and community activities, we create opportunities for disabled people across Hawke’s Bay to build confidence, develop skills and experience the joy of being part of something.
UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMMES
Waves Conference 2026: Beyond the Pool
On Wednesday 26 August the stage was set for DSRHB's very own Brandon Clark to deliver a powerful message about the far reaching impacts our swimming programmes have had, currently have, and will continue to have for our members.
Brandon shared his informative, engaging and emotive presentation with fellow attendees of the Waves conference in Tāmaki Makaurau, hosted by Recreation Aotearoa - Te Whai Oranga.
Brandon was grateful for the opportunity to represent DSRHB and our swimmers, and to share their passions on a large stage. He was also thrilled to see Fiona Devonshire from Hastings District Council in attendance. She said it was great to see the Flaxmere Pool swimmers and instructors represented.
Brandon was pleasantly surprised by the engagement of questions at the end of his presentation, indicative of the growing need for successful and sustainable swimming programmes around the motu.
Ka pai tō mahi, Brandon, and everyone associated with our swimming programmes!
Our community
Our members are at the heart of everything we do.
From tamariki taking their first steps into sport, to adults continuing their journey through movement, connection and competition, DSRHB brings people together through shared experiences and a love of being active.
Every member has their own goals, strengths and story. Together, they create a community where people feel welcomed, supported and encouraged to achieve what matters to them.
A PLACE TO BELONG, GROW AND SHINE
Our impact
Our growing community reflects the diversity, passion and achievements of our members across Hawke’s Bay. These numbers tell part of the story - behind every statistic is a person, and their journey.
Help create more opportunties
Your support helps DSRHB continue delivering its sport and recreation programmes, events and activities, ensuring more disabled people have the opportunity to participate, connect and belong.
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