Adaptive Kitesurfing · Custom R&D
Adaptive kitesurfing: wind power, made accessible
Adaptive kitesurfing opens wind water sports to people with severe disabilities. The Alvin Bayona Foundation has developed a kitesurfing chair with adapted seat and control via bar and harness, designed to combine safety and performance. It's pioneering terrain in Spain.
Technology and experience
How we approach adaptive kitesurfing
Custom chair
Design focused on lateral stability, force transmission and safety under traction.
Safe protocol
Takeoff, navigation and release procedures reviewed for adapted profiles.
Guided sessions
Individualized technical support, not a self-taught practice.
Pioneers
One of the few structured adaptive kitesurfing initiatives in Europe.
Real advantages
What makes Alvin's chair different for adaptive kitesurfing
- ✓Real innovation in wind water sports.
- ✓Control with arms and adapted seat, without requiring bipedalism.
- ✓Adrenaline and freedom accessible to paraplegia profiles.
- ✓Technical support throughout the entire session.
- ✓Specific and reviewed safety equipment.
Preguntas frecuentes
About adaptive kitesurfing
▸Is it safe to practice adaptive kitesurfing?
With adequate equipment, trained technicians and specific protocols, yes. The foundation's adaptive kitesurfing is always done with support, in controlled conditions and with reviewed equipment.
▸Do I need previous kitesurfing experience?
Not essential, but it helps. The foundation evaluates each case and designs a specific progression based on experience, injury and objectives.
▸Where is this adaptive kitesurfing practiced?
It is carried out in spots suitable for each session, generally in Catalonia and areas with good wind conditions. Details are agreed on a case-by-case basis.
▸How do I request information?
From the contact page or by writing to alvarobayonabaques@gmail.com.
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Want to try an aquatic chair for adaptive kitesurfing?
The foundation organizes test sessions in Barcelona and events in other cities. Write to us and we'll see how to adapt to your case.