4
world medals
3 bronzes and 1 team gold across a decade of work
Journey
10 years turning challenges into achievements
From first steps to the world podium. The story of Alvin Bayona in adaptive surfing.
A living story
Competition, foundation, community and inclusion: a decade building references where there used to be barriers.
15+
countries
Competition, community and international visibility
50+
features
Coverage in general and specialist media
10+
years
Driving adaptive surfing, inclusion and high performance
10+
international medals
Podiums opening the way for new generations
1000+
people reached
Programmes, workshops and foundation experiences
The story
From accident to international benchmark
The beginning
Alvin Bayona began his journey in 2015 as an athlete with a disability, determined to prove that physical limitations do not limit potential. From the sea to the mountains, he turned his life experience into a platform to inspire and open new paths.
The challenge
Adaptive surfing was only just taking its first steps. There was little structure, limited visibility and many logistical barriers. Alvin responded with resilience, constant training and a clear vision: professionalise the discipline without losing its human dimension.
The achievements
Three world bronzes, one team gold, competitions in more than 15 countries and over 50 features have made his name an international reference point. At the same time, more than 1000 people have already taken part in the Alvin Bayona Foundation through adaptive sport and inclusion.
What's next
Today Alvin Bayona is a world reference in adaptive surfing, but the goal does not stop at the podium. The next chapter is about democratising access to sport, expanding programmes and continuing to turn barriers into real opportunities for more people.
Key milestones
Five moments that changed the journey
A selection of achievements and turning points that explain why this story belongs not only to adaptive sport, but also to real inclusion.
Year 2020
First historic world gold
Impact: Spain reaches the world podium in adaptive surfing.
San Diego was the setting for the Spanish team's first gold at the AmpSurf ISA World. A decisive moment that placed Spanish adaptive surfing firmly on the international map.
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Year 2015
The foundation takes shape
Impact: a structure is born to sustain inclusion and autonomy.
The early years consolidated the vision of a foundation focused on health, community, technology and sport. The project began turning personal experience into practical support.
Discover the origin →
Year 2024
The foundation expands its reach
Impact: more programmes, more partnerships, more capacity to deliver.
The recent Alvin Bayona Foundation presentation summarises a stage of maturity: social projects, technology partnerships and new formats to bring adaptive sport closer to more people.
See the evolution →Year 2025
10 years of championships and community
Impact: a decade sustaining national visibility for adaptive surfing.
In 2025, a decade of work with federations, sponsors and volunteers is celebrated. It is not just competition: it is community, sea culture and real access to sport.
Discover the decade →Year 2026
Expand the impact beyond competition into more programmes
Impact: turn sporting visibility into wider access, training and community.
The next major goal is to expand the foundation's reach with more programmes, partnerships and real opportunities so more people can access adaptive sport on an ongoing basis.
Drive the next step →Recognised internationally
Coverage, impact and credibility
Media coverage
More than 50 features and appearances have carried Alvin Bayona's message from Catalan media to wider and international audiences.
TV3
Telecinco
TVE
Sports press
International media
From TV3 to international media, the story has kept growing because it connects with something real.
Alvin Bayona Foundation
1000+
participants
More than 1000 people have already taken part in programmes and experiences
10+
workshops and courses per year
Training, awareness and ongoing support
15+
countries reached
Competitions, partnerships and international activation
50+
media appearances
From TV3 to specialist and mainstream coverage
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where does my donation go?
To inclusion programmes, competition travel, adaptive equipment and new opportunities so more people can access sport in real conditions.
How can I volunteer?
You can write through the contact page to help with events, logistics, support or foundation activations depending on availability.
What is the next milestone?
The immediate focus is to expand programmes, partnerships and real access to adaptive sport so the foundation's impact can reach more people consistently.
Where can I follow the full journey?
In the blog, the press section and the expandable timeline on this page, which gathers milestones, reports and project progress.
Next chapter
Be part of the next chapter
Alvin's achievements are possible because there is a community that believes in inclusion through adaptive sport. Every contribution helps sustain programmes, competitions, equipment and real opportunities.
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2026
1 featured posts
11 May 2026
Curso SUP ADAPT para técnicos deportivos CNB - Proyecto de inclusión acuática
Impartimos un curso práctico de SUP ADAPT para técnicos deportivos del Club Natació Barcelona. Proyecto especial que inc...
Read more →2025
1 featured posts
8 Jul 2025
10 años de Campeonatos de España de Surf Adaptado
🏄♂️ 10 años dando voz al surf adaptado en España Este 2025 se cumplen diez años desde que emprendimos un camino cargad...
Read more →2024
4 featured posts
9 Jul 2024
Sillas Acuáticas Alvin — Para SUP adaptado / Kite Surf Adaptado — ParaSurf
En la FUNDACIÓN trabajamos para poder mejorar la calidad de VIDA de las personas con algún tipo de lesión severa mediant...
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9 Jul 2024
Siguenos en nuestras Redes Sociales!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundacioalvinbayona/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Fundaci%C3%B3n-Alvin...
Read more →9 Jul 2024
Presentación Fundación Alvin Bayona
En esta presentación se muestran los valores de la Fundación Alvin Bayona: SALUD, SOCIAL, TECNOLÓGICA y DEPORTIVA. Así c...
Read more →2022
6 featured posts
3 Sept 2022
Del 19 al 23 de octubre se celebrará el Pro Zarautz Open!
Desde el 19 al 23 de octubre se celebrará el Pro Zarautz Open!! La primera competición internacional de surf adaptado, d...
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2 Jul 2022
Pantin Classic PRO SURF 2022
Más de treinta deportistas con discapacidad de Brasil, Canadá, Estados Unidos, Italia, Alemania, Francia, Portugal y Esp...
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22 May 2022
Éxito del ParaSurfing Camp — Zarautz Mayo 2022
Os queremos presentar los resultados del Camp ParaSurfing Zaratuz, primero os contamos cuales eran nuestros planes para ...
Read more →2021
11 featured posts
19 Nov 2021
Entrevista en la SER
Este año me entrevistaron en el programa “El Balcó” Puedes oirlo aquí:...
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22 Sept 2021
Surfing with the Spanish selection of Adaptive Surfing
Welcoming people with functional diversity who surf this well and demonstrate that our technology helps them to train in...
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1 Sept 2021
Paddle To Move
Colaboramos con Paddle to Move! Puedes ver toda la info aquí: https://www.paddle2move.nl/actie/windparadise-team/maak-ee...
Read more →2020
3 featured posts
1 Dec 2020
Histórico oro para el equipo de España en los AmpSurf ISA World 2020
San Diego fue el escenario donde la Federación Española de Surfing conquista su primer oro como equipo. El equipo entren...
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18 Mar 2020
Zona UFEC: Álvaro Bayona, un referent dels esports extrems per a persones amb discapacitat (CAT)
Reportatge emès al programa Zona UFEC de dimecres 18 de març de 2020. Álvaro Bayona practica surf adaptat i esquí adapta...
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2019
7 featured posts
10 Aug 2019
Campeonato Internacional de Surf en el País Vasco
Al final de la semana, Sopelana se llenará de surfistas internacionales, que vendrán a participar en el Campeonato Inter...
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10 Aug 2019
ASÍ FUE TXAPELKETA SURFING ADAPTADO
Los pasados días 12,13 y 14 de julio tuvo lugar en Sopelana una fiesta internacional del surfing adaptado, con el I Camp...
Read more →2018
1 featured posts
13 Mar 2018
Álvaro Bayona: "Som igual de totterrenys que si no anéssim amb cadira de rodes"
Reportatge TV3 – Telenotícies Vespre – 12/03/2018...
Read more →2017
4 featured posts
4 Dec 2017
3×3 bronces en ISAWORLDS!!
3×3 bronces en ISAWORLDS!! Contento de volver a estar en el podium! Gracias a todos!!...
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22 Aug 2017
Cabrera de Mar hace realidad el sueño de un atleta parapléjico
(Notícia original de La Vanguardia) Álvaro Bayona, un atleta de deportes extremos con una lesión medular transforma una ...
Read more →3 Mar 2017
Conseguido! Os dejo el contenido de la campaña en Lanzanos!
Gracias a todos hemos conseguido incluso superar la cifra que se pedía. Cada día la Fundación coge mas fuerza! Gracias d...
Read more →2016
14 featured posts
9 Dec 2016
ISA World Adaptive Surfing Championship I
A la llegada al escenario de la Comunidad Internacional del Surf Adaptado, el Presidente de la ISA Fernando Aguerre les ...
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9 Dec 2016
Crowdfunding — Fundación Alvin Bayona
VALORES DE LA FUNDACIÓN Gracias, primero de todo agradecer que hoy estéis aquí. Para mi es todo un alago. Cuando era peq...
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4 Nov 2016
El surfing no entiende de barreras
Vídeo y artículo de la Federación Española de Surf: Un vídeo emocional en el que se acercan las historias personales de ...
Read more →2015
23 featured posts
27 Oct 2015
La Fortaleza de Alvin
Artículo en el Periódico de Catalunya! 🙂 Adaptación de las playas de Cabrera de Mar para los deportes acuáticos adaptad...
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