Local kids enjoyed a day out at the beach this weekend at a joint THERASurf and Big Smiles event at Malibu’s Surfrider Beach.
THERASurf, a nonprofit surf therapy group, brought children with special needs the joy and healing of surfing, providing instruction and support for kids to catch waves in a safe environment.
Big Smiles, an LA-based nonprofit, provided art activities for kids to get creative during their day of fun in the sun.
The event was sponsored by LAX II.
Chloe McCarthy paints at the Big Smiles booth.
Instructor Charlie (right) helps beginner Nina Chisholm ride a wave.
Kandai Otsk playing his ukulele
Attendees enjoy the THERASurf and Big Smiles event on Surfrider Beach.