Articles about adaptive stand-up paddle, SUP techniques, sessions in Barcelona and aquatic inclusion projects. Learn about the most accessible water sport for people with disabilities.
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
We delivered a practical SUP ADAPT course for sports coaches at Club Natació Barcelona. This special project includes custom-made wheelchairs and adap
11 may 2026
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
🏄♂️ 10 years giving a voice to adaptive surfing in Spain. This 2025 marks ten years since we embarked on a journey full of enthusiasm, effort, and m
8 jul 2025
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
At the FOUNDATION, we work to improve the quality of life of people with severe injuries through adapted aquatic sports. And one of our key initiative
9 jul 2024
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
This presentation showcases the values of the Alvin Bayona Foundation: HEALTH, SOCIAL, TECHNOLOGICAL, and SPORTS. It also outlines its activities and
9 jul 2024
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
I am Alvaro Bayona (1983), an elite athlete with paraplegia. I was a mountain guide, companion, and sports coach. In 2010, I suffered a serious accide
9 jul 2024
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
From October 19th to 23rd, the Pro Zarautz Open will be held!! The first international adaptive surfing competition, where the Alvin Bayona Foundation
3 sept 2022
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
More than thirty athletes with disabilities from Brazil, Canada, the United States, Italy, Germany, France, Portugal, and Spain are already registered
2 jul 2022
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
We want to share the results of the Zaratuz ParaSurfing Camp with you. First, we'll tell you about our plans for this event, then we'll show y
22 may 2022
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
A video that tells the story of Dario, a 21-year-old passionate about sports. He suffered a spinal cord injury in his cervical spine due to a snowboar
1 ene 2022
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
We're collaborating with Paddle to Move! You can see all the info here: https://www.paddle2move.nl/actie/windparadise-team/maak-een-poster NeuroMo
1 sept 2021
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
The day has allowed for the introduction of disciplines such as surfing, paddle surfing, canoeing and open water swimming.
9 jun 2021
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has become a star sport for people with various disabilities. Adapted SUP is an absolute revelation, as it is a very acc
5 mar 2021
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
When I was little, I was asked the typical question: "What do you want to be when you grow up, Álvaro?" If you were asked this question, your answer w
19 feb 2021
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
At the end of the week, Sopelana will be filled with international surfers, who will come to participate in the Arrieta Beach International Surf Champ
10 ago 2019
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
I am proud to announce that the Sant Joan de Déu Hospital in Palma de Mallorca will be the world's first hospital to have one of my chairs for pat
10 ago 2019
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
The high level of competition and organization, combined with good sunshine and favorable conditions on the Cantabrian beach, made for a spectacular e
10 jun 2019
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
(Original news from La Vanguardia) Álvaro Bayona, an extreme sports athlete with a spinal cord injury, transforms a beach into one of the most accessi
22 ago 2017
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
Thanks to everyone, we've even managed to exceed our fundraising goal. The Foundation is growing stronger every day! Thank you again! FOUNDATION V
3 mar 2017
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
Here are some photos of me enjoying this fantastic snow! Click on any photo to access the gallery
2 mar 2017
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
FOUNDATION VALUES Thank you, first of all, thank you for being here today. It's a great honor for me. When I was little, I was also asked this sam
9 dic 2016
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
Video and article from the Spanish Surfing Federation: An emotional video that brings together the personal stories of three real-life heroes. They sa
4 nov 2016
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
This summer 2016, after my direct involvement in the design to adapt Cabrera beach for people with reduced mobility (Link to the La Vanguardia news ar
22 oct 2016
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
Original interview by our friends at SurferRule, thanks! Link to the article: http://www.surferrule.com/alvin-bayona-tipo-cercano-polifacetico-e-inqui
22 oct 2016
Adaptive SUP / Stand Up Paddle
From minute 2 onwards, in Catalan.
22 oct 2016
Articles, reports and experiences about adaptive surfing in Barcelona, Catalonia and Spain. Discover techniques, competi...
Innovation, design and evolution of Alvin aquatic chairs. Articles about adaptive technology, prototypes, improvements a...
Sports technician courses, SUP ADAPT training, inclusion workshops and club training. Discover how the Foundation trains...
Want to stay up to date?
View all blog