Smile While You Paddle Surf-A-Thon
Get Ready to Make Waves!
We've got thrilling news for everyone, near and far! The Smile While You Paddle Surf-A-Thon is returning for its fourth year, and we're aiming to make it the most impactful one yet!
Since 2021, we've been harnessing the power of surfing and the Surf-A-Thon to drive positive change in our community. And you've been incredible! Together, our local and international communities have helped us raise over $30,000!
That's a serious splash!
But this year, we're not just aiming for a splash—we're ready to create a tidal wave of change. Get ready to dive into the details and discover how the 2025 Smile While You Paddle Surf-A-Thon will make BIG things happen for our community!
Catch the wave—Donate to Costa Rica Coral Reef Restoration
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Participants in coral gardening and climate change education programsHow To Participate
Register, fundraise, donate, and surf! It's that easy to help support Costa Rica Coral Restoration – our country’s first and only dedicated coral reef restoration lab.
Step 1
Register
Register as an individual or group.
Step 2
Fundraise & Donate
Donate now, one time or regularly.
Step 3
Surf
Surf and celebrate with us!
Donate to Costa Rica Coral Restoration
Recommended fundraising goal: $100 per person / $500 per group
Help pioneer new solutions for reef conservation.
Where the Bodhi Team Will Surf
Join the Bodhi Team as they surf the waves at their local spot, Playa Chaman, nestled inside the stunning Marino Ballena National Park in Uvita-Bahia Ballena, Osa, Costa Rica.
Where the money will go
Costa Rica's (and the world's) coral reefs!
This year's Surf-A-Thon will be fundraising for Costa Rica Coral Restoration – our country’s first and only dedicated coral restoration lab. Their mission is to pioneer new solutions for reef conservation, and this event will help them take their next big step: expanding into coral sexual reproduction — a game-changing approach to restoring reefs in the Eastern Tropical Pacific.
Get Involved
Donate now, one time or regularly.
Sponsor the event.
Follow our socials and share with friends and family.
We're harnessing the "stoke" – that incredible feeling surfing gives us – to uplift our community. Surfing's positive energy fuels actions that benefit both people and the environment. It's a powerful tool for addressing community needs, beyond the sheer joy of riding a wave.
It felt fitting to use surfing as a way to contribute to our community and raise funds for Costa Rica Coral Restoration – our country’s first and only dedicated coral restoration lab.
Imagine a Jog-A-Thon, but on surfboards!
Instead of jogging or walking, we will be surfing the waves of Mother Ocean on June 14th at Playa Chaman in Marino Ballena National Park.
Our Surf-A-Thon invites surfers to ride as many waves as possible to raise funds for Costa Rica Coral Restoration. Your donations will directly support this important cause.
And you don't have to be here to participate! Whether you're surfing your local break, watching the waves, or simply reflecting on the joy surfing brings, you're part of the Surf-A-Thon and can make a positive difference by donating today!
The Bodhi Surf + Yoga crew will surf the waves at Playa Chaman, inside the Marino Ballena National Park, Uvita-Bahia Ballena, Osa, Costa Rica — the official "home break" of the 2025 event.
DATE: June 14, 2025
TIME: 8:00-11:00am
LOCATION: Playa Chaman
🌊 Option 1: Donate
Register as an individual or group. Support the cause by making a one-time or recurring donation to the event.
🌊 Option 2: Spread the word
Make sure to follow our socials and share with friends and family.
🌊 Option 3: Support the Surf-A-Thon from afar
- Donate: make a one-time or recurring donation
- Sponsor the event
- Follow us on socials and share with friends and family
- Surf at your home break and share the news!
🌊 Surf's up! 🌊
There are many other ways to contribute to this fun and exciting fundraising event!
You can...
- Make a one-time or recurring donation
- Join a fundraising team
- Sponsor the event
- Share about the event on social media and spread the word on socials
- Surf at your home break and share the news
This year's Surf-A-Thon will be fundraising for Costa Rica Coral Restoration – our country’s first and only dedicated coral restoration lab.
Their mission is to pioneer new solutions for reef conservation, and this event will help them take their next big step: expanding into coral sexual reproduction — a game-changing approach to restoring reefs in the Eastern Tropical Pacific.
This Event is Powered By
If you’d like to sponsor the Smile While You Paddle Surf-A-Thon, reach out.
