Adaptive Surfing · Barcelona and Catalonia
Adaptive Surfing: waves for every ability
The Alvin Bayona Foundation has promoted adaptive surfing in Spain since 2015. We combine custom-designed aquatic chairs, trained technicians and direct international competition experience (ISA World Para Surfing) so that people with paraplegia, functional tetraplegia and other severe disabilities can surf safely and independently.
Technology and experience
How we approach waves for every ability
Wave chairs
Custom-designed aquatic chair optimized for stability and line control.
Trained technicians
Team with years of experience in adaptive surfing and training for other sports technicians.
Competition level
Real results: 3 world bronzes, 1 team gold and regular participation in international championships.
Real sessions
Tests, courses and camps in Barcelona and other beaches across Spain.
Real advantages
What makes Alvin's chair different for waves for every ability
- ✓Access to national and international competitions (ISA World).
- ✓Independent control over board and wave line.
- ✓Ergonomic design for long days in the water.
- ✓Adaptation to each athlete's functional level.
- ✓Support from a team with a real track record.
Preguntas frecuentes
About waves for every ability
▸Can I practice adaptive surfing if I have paraplegia?
Yes. The Alvin Bayona Foundation's adaptive surfing program is designed for people with spinal cord injury and other motor disabilities. Each case is individually evaluated to select the right chair and progression level.
▸Where is the foundation's adaptive surfing practiced?
Primarily in Catalonia (Barcelona and Catalan coast) and Basque Country beaches like Zarautz, plus events in Galicia, Andalusia and international events.
▸Do I need previous surfing experience?
No. We work with people coming to the sea for the first time after an injury and also with athletes who want to compete at the highest level.
▸How do I sign up for a test session?
Write to info@fundacioalvinbayona.com or from the contact page. We'll guide you on dates, locations and necessary equipment.
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Want to try an aquatic chair for waves for every ability?
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.