Protest supports The Surf Project

Surfing towards a better life

As an organization, we are passionate about making a contribution to our society – which is why we have been a supporter of the Surf Project foundation for many years. Surfing is so much more than just a sport –it is also therapeutic. And it is that therapeutic element that is front and centre of everything the Surf Project foundation does. The Surf Project is a Dutch initiative that has been providing surfing lessons to children with Down syndrome, autism, and ADHD (aged 8-18) since 2014. The foundation’s main goal is to help these children build self-confidence and improve their social skills.The children surf in small groups with a certified coach. You can see just how proud they are of themselves when they are surfing, and the lessons really boost their self-esteem.The skills they learn and develop in the water play a key role in their day-to-day lives.

Our partnership with the Surf Project started in 2016 based on our mission: To help everyone ride more'. We are proud of this long-term partnership and the results we have achieved together. The Surf Project inspired us to establish the Protest FUN(D).

International surf therapy network

Since 2018, the Surf Project has been affiliated with a broad international network for surf therapy: the International Surf Therapy Organization (ISTO). Members of this network share best practices and participate in international research on the effect of surfing on well-being.