Beach Wheels
Beach Wheels Hire & Guidelines
We have two wheelchairs, available to hire for free.
Bookings through Camp Waipu Cove info@campwaipucove.com
Available to use between the hours 11.30am - 3.30pm during summer patrolling days.
Bookings can be made out of hours subject to availability of volunteers
ACCESS & USE
Please park in public accessible car park, wheelchair to club, transfer to beach wheels and access sand by boat ramp along concrete pathways.
Lifeguards or club volunteers will meet you at the club (lower area), where you can sign the forms, and be shown how to use chairs. Harness must be used to prevent tipping.
We encourage if using in water to stay in flagged area.
Public changing rooms can be used, along with our accessible hot shower.
SIZE LIMITS
Yellow Sand Piper (child) 80kg, (under 5ft)
Blue Sand Cruiser (adult) 120kg (over 5ft)
SAFETY
Anti-tip/ Parking brake is the most important safety feature, doubles as a wheelbrake and anti-tipping device.
Use of two attendants is recommended when water depth greater than 15cm.
STORAGE
Kept in storage area at lower area of club
Please ensure beach wheels are thoroughly hosed down with fresh water after use, using the hoses provided.
