surf photographer Sherry Chevalier
skate photographer Steve Christensen

carolina beach

surf JULY 25 & skate JULY 26

Registration FOR BOTH OPENS JUNE 10 2026

Life Rolls On events are designed to serve individuals with physical disabilities and paralysis through adaptive surf, skate, and fishing experiences. As Life Rolls On has grown, we are committed to staying aligned with our founding mission while delivering the safest and highest-quality experience possible. Depending on event capacity, staffing, equipment, and conditions, athletes with other disabilities may be included on a space-available basis. All registrations are reviewed individually to ensure appropriate support, safety, and overall experience for every athlete.

OUR EVENTS THRIVE ON A SUPPORTIVE AND ENERGETIC ATMOSPHERE.

SO, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COME DOWN TO THE BEACH TO CHEER ON ALL THE SURFERS AND VOLUNTEERS!

2025 -Carolina Beach - Event Video

videography Hendy Street

2024 - Carolina Beach - Event Video

videography Hendy Street

Hosted By

Ocean Cure, led by Kevin Murphy, is dedicated to helping people through the healing powers of the ocean. Through surfing and paddle boarding, our highly qualified instructors help people gain confidence, freedom and a sense of normalcy.

ocean-cure.org

sponsor our events

Surf

JULY 25 2026

make a donation

SKATE

JULY 26 2026

SURF | LOCATION

Lifeguard Stand #17
1 Cape Fear Blvd
Carolina Beach NC 28428

There are four large parking lots, and Cape Fear Blvd will be roped off for adaptive athletes.

SKATE | LOCATION

Mike Chappell Park
501 Dow Road
Carolina Beach NC 28428

SURF | schedule

6:00 am Volunteers arrive

7:00 am Athletes arrive

8:00 am Safety Briefing

8:40 am Surfing Begins

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Event Cleanup

SKATE | schedule

7:00 am Volunteers arrive

7:45 am Athletes arrive

8:00 am - 12:00 pm Skate Clinic

12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Event Cleanup

SURF | Food

We serve breakfast snacks, an incredible lunch, and water throughout the day for registered participants. If you have dietary restrictions, we suggest bringing your own provisions.

SKATE | Beverages

The skate event will have coffee and water available. Please bring your own snacks, if necessary. We are breaking at noon so you will have plenty of time to go get lunch on your own.