Bringing at risk youth from inner cities and rural America to surf in the ocean.

Playing

At Play It Forward we believe all kids regardless of income, race, creed or sexual orientation should have equal access to playing. Surfing in the ocean provides the perfect playground to learn new skills , develop an inner confidence and allows the inner kid to come out and play.

Connect

To connect youth to the transformative power of the ocean is to realize the positive attitude and behavioral changes that help them become happy, healthy, and successful.

Engaging

Through surfing kids garner a sense of achievement ,which increases their confidence, self-esteem and resilience, and enables them to see new possibilities for their lives. Leadership training enables youth to gain job skills and employment, and contribute to their communities as advocates for the outdoors..