The International Surfing Association (ISA) has continued to provide virtual educational opportunities during the Covid-19 pandemic, recently running two successful Judging and Officiating Courses online. The courses, which included an English and a Spanish language offering, included 75 participants from 21 countries, highlighting the global… Read More »
The ISA President Fernando Aguerre was recently interviewed by the Portuguese Surfing Federation (FPS) on the implications of the decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on the governance of StandUp Paddle (SUP). We are sharing the interview in English for our stakeholders… Read More »
The International Surfing Association (ISA) is proud to announce the continuation of its annual scholarship program aimed at supporting underserved surfers 18 years of age and under. A total of USD $20,000 will be awarded to surfers based on their financial need and dedication to… Read More »
The International Surfing Association (ISA) is pleased to announce today it has joined the Global Esports Federation (GEF) to further develop its esports strategy and create future opportunities for the sport within the digital, gaming and broader technological space. This latest collaboration comes during… Read More »
The International Surfing Association (ISA) is pleased to announce the creation of a solidarity fund to support member National Federations that have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The ISA’s 108 National Federations have been encouraged to apply for financial support to fund projects… Read More »
CAS award further inspires ISA’s continued commitment to invest, develop and promote SUP globally to serve the best interests of athletes, federations, events and fans The ISA today welcomed the landmark decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to award the governance of… Read More »
ISA Course Presenter Shannon Ainslie has traversed the globe to leave his mark on surf students Two decades ago Shannon Ainslie’s life took a dramatic turn that could have cost him everything, but has blossomed into a blessing in disguise. While Surfing his home break… Read More »
4 years ago today Surfing was voted for inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games The International Surfing Association (ISA) today celebrates the four year anniversary since Surfing was voted for inclusion in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. The vote took place on August 3,… Read More »
2021 World Surfing Games remains an Olympic qualifier with 12 remaining available slots for Tokyo 2020 The International Surfing Association (ISA) has today announced its decision to postpone the World Surfing Games until 2021. The decision was made in collaboration with the government in El… Read More »
ISA and World Surf League collaborate on judging panel selection Inclusion of Tory Gilkerson (USA) opens development pathway for more women judges, underlines ISA long-term commitment to gender equality The International Surfing Association (ISA) today marked the 1-year-to-go moment when Surfing is scheduled to take… Read More »
Article by Fernando Cataldo, published by Latinwave.cl. This month we had the honor of participating in the first round of the ISA Surf L1 course in Chile, presented online due to the current nature of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The current ISA L1 presenter is… Read More »
As the global pandemic alters the way that the world goes about their lives, ISA Course Presenter Gustavo Corrales (CRC) and the Latin American Para Surfing community haven’t let that challenge impede their path in growing and developing the sport of Para Surfing. Corrales along… Read More »
The ISA is pleased to confirm that it has received important financial support from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). ISA President Fernando Aguerre said: “I’m personally comforted by the IOC actions under the leadership of President Bach, as we surf these most difficult times for… Read More »
On International Surfing Day the ISA celebrates the impact of surfers across the world in supporting their communities throughout the Covid pandemic The International Surfing Association (ISA) today celebrates International Surfing Day – an annual occasion that showcases the sport’s unique culture, youthful appeal, global… Read More »
This article first appeared on Inside the Games. For most of us, these are strange and difficult times as we are limited in social interaction and outdoor activity. I’ve spent my entire life outdoors, near or in the ocean – so I’ve found myself daydreaming… Read More »
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