ISA World Para Surfing Championship
Thu–Sun, Nov 19–22 · time TBA · DSRT Surf · Palm Desert
Experience world-class para surfing as the 2026 ISA World Para Surfing Championship comes to DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, California, November 19–22, 2026.
This exciting four-day event will bring together approximately 140 athletes representing 24 national teams, competing across nine Para Surfing Sport Classes. For the first time in the championship's history, the competition will take place in a surf lagoon, providing consistent wave conditions for athletes to showcase their skills.
Hosted at DSRT Surf, home to North America's largest Wavegarden Cove-powered surf lagoon, the championship offers spectators a unique opportunity to watch some of the world's best para surfers compete in a state-of-the-art setting.
Now in its 11th edition, the ISA World Para Surfing Championship celebrates the continued growth of adaptive surfing and the incredible talent, determination, and achievements of athletes from around the world.
Spectators are welcome to attend in person and cheer on their favorite athletes. The championship will also be streamed live at isasurf.org.
Join us in Greater Palm Springs for four days of incredible surfing, international competition, and inspiring athletic performances.
