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Frequently Asked Questions

Adaptive Surfers

Does registering mean I have a confirmed spot?

No. Submitting a registration form does not guarantee participation.
Your initial registration is not your final confirmation.
All athletes are placed into a selection pool after registering.

How are athletes selected?

Athletes are confirmed using a priority-based system to best serve the mission of Life Rolls On.

Priority is given to:

  • Individuals with physical disabilities and/or spinal cord injuries

Additional considerations include:

  • Event capacity and safety limitations

  • Creating opportunities for both new and returning athletes

When will I know if I’m confirmed?

Confirmed athletes will receive an official ticket via email from Humanitix.

Tickets are sent in waves leading up to the event as space becomes available, including from cancellations.

What if I registered but didn’t receive a ticket?

If you do not receive a confirmation ticket, you are not confirmed for the event.

We are unable to accommodate athletes who arrive without a confirmed ticket.

Can I still attend if I’m not confirmed?

Due to safety, staffing, and equipment limitations, we are only able to serve confirmed athletes.

Why did Life Rolls On make this change?

As our events continue to grow, this system allows us to:

  • Better serve athletes with physical disabilities and spinal cord injuries

  • Ensure a safe and high-quality experience

  • Create more equitable access across all participants

What equipment should I bring?

If you have a neoprene life vest, please bring it. If you don't...no worries!

Beach towels

If you want to wear a wetsuit, please arrange to bring your own. (We do not have any wetsuits to loan out at the beach.) Please note: you are NOT required to wear a wetsuit. It is 100% personal preference.

And if you have your own surfboard, definitely bring that, too!

I don't swim and I've never surfed before. What limitations would prevent me from being able to participate?

Some of our LRO athletes who have attended for many years cannot swim. We will teach you how to float properly and how to hold your breath in a wave. For the most part, anyone can participate. Even those who have limited or no use of their arms can usually be accommodated. If you are unsure, just come to the beach and check it out. You will be inspired! (Please note: ventilator-dependent individuals may be difficult to accommodate.)

What if I fall off the surfboard?

You will be in the arms of a volunteer immediately, as you are surrounded by an experienced team at every moment. Also, your life jacket will support you. We'll cover this topic and more at the safety briefing on the beach prior to getting in the water. You have nothing to worry about except having the time of your life!

How do I get from the beach to the water?

You will be assisted at all times by a group of LRO volunteers. We use a beach wheelchair to get you from the parking lot to the water's edge; and then we get you onto the board and into the waves.

Is there a private place to change into my wetsuit?

Yes. We choose event locales with private changing rooms and/or private restrooms.

I have special needs pertaining to how I am lifted. How do I communicate this to the volunteers?

 Please speak up at the safety briefing on the beach.

 Athlete Late Arrival and Check in cut off time is at 11:30 am