{
  "slug": "disabled-surfers-association-of-australia",
  "name": "Disabled Surfers Association of Australia",
  "description": "The Disabled Surfers Association of Australia (DSAA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing safe and inclusive surfing experiences for people with disabilities. It operates through numerous self-funded, volunteer-run branches across Australia and one in New Zealand, aiming to bring joy and put \"Smiles On Dials\" for its participants.",
  "url": "https://optimly.ai/brand/disabled-surfers-association-of-australia",
  "websiteUrl": null,
  "logoUrl": "https://logo.clearbit.com/https://www.disabledsurfers.org/our-branches",
  "baiScore": 44,
  "bai_tier_status": "active",
  "bai_score_status": "active",
  "archetype": "Challenger",
  "archetype_status": "active",
  "category": "Non-profit Organization",
  "categorySlug": null,
  "keyFacts": [],
  "aiReadiness": [],
  "competitors": [],
  "competitorsProse": null,
  "inboundCompetitors": [],
  "aiAlternatives": [],
  "parentBrand": null,
  "subBrands": [],
  "updatedAt": "2026-07-19T00:01:56.305Z",
  "verifiedVitals": {
    "website": "https://www.disabledsurfers.org/",
    "headquarters": "Not explicitly stated, but operates nationally across Australia with a branch in New Zealand.",
    "pricing_model": "Free for participants; operations are funded through donations and local branch fundraising.",
    "core_products": "Organized surfing events and experiences for individuals with disabilities.",
    "key_differentiator": "A widespread network of local, volunteer-driven branches across Australia and New Zealand specifically dedicated to making surfing accessible and enjoyable for people with disabilities, focusing on community and creating positive experiences ('Smiles On Dials').",
    "target_markets": "People with disabilities (participants), their families and carers, and community volunteers and donors, primarily in Australia and New Zealand.",
    "employee_count": "Primarily volunteer-driven, with local committees managing branches.",
    "funding_stage": "Non-profit, relying on ongoing donations and fundraising activities.",
    "subcategory": "Sports & Recreation, Disability Support"
  },
  "intentTags": {
    "problemIntents": [
      "Individual private adaptive surf lessons: Arranging one-on-one surfing lessons with specialized instructors for individuals with disabilities. This is less scalable and potentially more costly per per",
      "Disability support service recreation programs: Disability support agencies could organize various recreational activities, potentially including beach outings or water sports, but might not specializ",
      "No accessible surfing opportunities: Without organizations like DSAA, individuals with disabilities would have significantly limited or no opportunities to participate in organized and safe surfing ex"
    ],
    "solutionIntents": [
      "Disabled Surfers Association of Australia",
      "surfing for disabled Australia",
      "volunteer surfing events Australia"
    ],
    "evaluationIntents": []
  },
  "timestamp": 1784886046693
}