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
SUP ADAPT course for CNB sports technicians - Aquatic inclusion project
We delivered a practical SUP ADAPT course for sports coaches at Club Natació Barcelona. This special project includes cu...
Read more →2025
1 featured posts
8 Jul 2025
10 years of the Spanish Adapted Surfing Championships
🏄♂️ 10 years giving a voice to adaptive surfing in Spain. This 2025 marks ten years since we embarked on a journey ful...
Read more →2024
4 featured posts
9 Jul 2024
Alvin Aquatic Chairs — For Adapted SUP / Adapted Kitesurfing — ParaSurf
At the FOUNDATION, we work to improve the quality of life of people with severe injuries through adapted aquatic sports....
Read more →9 Jul 2024
Follow us on our social media!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundacioalvinbayona/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Fundaci%C3%B3n-Alvin...
Read more →9 Jul 2024
Alvin Bayona Foundation Presentation
This presentation showcases the values of the Alvin Bayona Foundation: HEALTH, SOCIAL, TECHNOLOGICAL, and SPORTS. It als...
Read more →2022
6 featured posts
3 Sept 2022
The Pro Zarautz Open will be held from October 19th to 23rd!
From October 19th to 23rd, the Pro Zarautz Open will be held!! The first international adaptive surfing competition, whe...
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2 Jul 2022
Pantin Classic PRO SURF 2022
More than thirty athletes with disabilities from Brazil, Canada, the United States, Italy, Germany, France, Portugal, an...
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22 May 2022
Success of the ParaSurfing Camp — Zarautz May 2022
We want to share the results of the Zaratuz ParaSurfing Camp with you. First, we'll tell you about our plans for thi...
Read more →2021
11 featured posts
19 Nov 2021
Interview on SER
This year I was interviewed on the program “El Balcó”. You can listen to it here:...
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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
We're collaborating with Paddle to Move! You can see all the info here: https://www.paddle2move.nl/actie/windparadis...
Read more →2020
3 featured posts
1 Dec 2020
Historic gold for the Spanish team at the AmpSurf ISA World Championships 2020
San Diego was the stage where the Spanish Surfing Federation won its first gold medal as a team. The team, coached by Lu...
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18 Mar 2020
UFEC Zone: Álvaro Bayona, a reference in extreme esports for people with disabilities (CAT)
Report to the UFEC Zone program on December 18, 2020. Álvaro Bayona practices adaptive surfing and adaptive skiing, in a...
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2019
7 featured posts
10 Aug 2019
International Surfing Championship in the Basque Country
At the end of the week, Sopelana will be filled with international surfers, who will come to participate in the Arrieta ...
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10 Aug 2019
THIS IS HOW TXAPELKETA ADAPTED SURFING WAS
On July 12th, 13th, and 14th, Sopelana hosted an international festival of adaptive surfing, featuring the first Adaptiv...
Read more →2018
1 featured posts
13 Mar 2018
Álvaro Bayona: "We are just as totterrenys as if not anéssim amb cadira de rodes"
Reportatge TV3 – Telenotícies Vespre – 03/12/2018...
Read more →2017
4 featured posts
4 Dec 2017
3x3 bronze medals at ISAWORLDS!!
3x3 bronze medals at ISAWORLDS!! Happy to be back on the podium! Thanks to everyone!!...
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22 Aug 2017
Cabrera de Mar makes the dream of a paraplegic athlete come true
(Original news from La Vanguardia) Álvaro Bayona, an extreme sports athlete with a spinal cord injury, transforms a beac...
Read more →3 Mar 2017
Done! Here's the content of the campaign on Lanzanos!
Thanks to everyone, we've even managed to exceed our fundraising goal. The Foundation is growing stronger every day!...
Read more →2016
14 featured posts
9 Dec 2016
ISA World Adaptive Surfing Championship I
Upon arriving at the International Adaptive Surfing Community stage, ISA President Fernando Aguerre greeted them, saying...
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9 Dec 2016
Crowdfunding — Alvin Bayona Foundation
FOUNDATION VALUES Thank you, first of all, thank you for being here today. It's a great honor for me. When I was lit...
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4 Nov 2016
Surfing knows no barriers
Video and article from the Spanish Surfing Federation: An emotional video that brings together the personal stories of t...
Read more →2015
23 featured posts
27 Oct 2015
Alvin's Fortress
Article in the Catalan newspaper El Periódico! 🙂 Adapting the beaches of Cabrera de Mar for adapted water sports! The F...
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