Play Adaptive Sports

Adaptive surfing

Surf lessons and events with adapted boards and trained water helpers.

Play Adaptive Sports lists 19 places to try adaptive surfing in 9 states, 18 open to kids and teens and 14 open to adults. U.S. governing body: USA Surfing. International federation: International Surfing Association.

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Adaptive surfing by state

All Adaptive surfing programs

California

Florida

Hawaii

Massachusetts

New Jersey

New York

North Carolina

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Rhode Island

South Carolina

Questions people ask

What is adaptive surfing?

Surf lessons and events with adapted boards and trained water helpers.

Who governs adaptive surfing?

USA Surfing (U.S. governing body); International Surfing Association (International federation).

How do I find adaptive surfing near me?

Pick your state from the list on this page to see every adaptive surfing program we know of near you. The most listings are in California, New York, South Carolina, Massachusetts and North Carolina. You can also search by ZIP code on the map at playadaptivesports.org.

Can kids play adaptive surfing?

Yes. 18 of the 19 adaptive surfing listings here say they serve kids or teens.

How much does adaptive surfing cost?

7 of the 19 listings say they are free. Many others charge a fee but offer scholarships, and grants can help pay for equipment. See the grants page for funding.