All Eyes on Waikiki: The Adaptive Surfing Championships Are Streaming Now
The waves at Waikīkī’s Queen’s Surf Break are alive with energy this week as more than 90 athletes compete in the Hawai‘i Adaptive Surfing Championships, one of the most exciting events in the world of adaptive sports. This annual competition brings together surfers from across the globe, each showcasing incredible skill, ocean awareness, and athleticism across nine adaptive surfing divisions — from prone to wave ski to blind/low‑vision surfing.
For the Bridge II Sports community, this event is a powerful reminder of what adaptive athletes accomplish when passion, access, and opportunity come together. And the best part: you can watch it live from right here in North Carolina.
📺 How to Tune In
The entire competition is being streamed live every day on the AccesSurf Hawai‘i YouTube channel, making it easy for athletes, families, volunteers, and supporters to follow along.
Live Stream: AccesSurf Hawai‘i YouTube Channel
Streaming Hours: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. HST (That’s 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. EDT for us in North Carolina.)
More Info: Visit AccesSurf’s website or follow their social channels for heat schedules and updates.
If you want to learn more about the event itself, you can explore the Hawai‘i Adaptive Surfing Championships and the AASP World Tour.
🌺 More Than a Surf Competition
What makes this event special isn’t just the surfing — it’s the community built around it. Throughout the week, athletes and spectators take part in cultural programming that celebrates Hawaiian traditions, including lei making, weaving, kapa art, and hula. There’s also a film screening of The Incredible Paulk, highlighting adaptive surfer Aaron Paulk’s journey.
These moments reflect the heart of adaptive sports: connection, culture, and belonging.
🌍 Why This Matters for Adaptive Sports
Adaptive surfing continues to grow worldwide, but visibility and support remain uneven. Events like HASC help elevate the sport, giving athletes a global platform and showing the world what adaptive competition truly looks like — powerful, technical, and deeply inspiring.
For our Bridge II Sports athletes, it’s a chance to see what’s possible in another adaptive sport. For our volunteers and supporters, it’s a reminder of the impact that accessible programming can have.