FLORIDA SURFING ASSOCIATION

MISSION STATEMENT

The Florida Surfing Association is an organization dedicated to coordinating a competitive surfing program open to all levels of athletes.  The FSA is committed to helping promote surfing and surfers in a positive manner on a local, national and international level. 

The Florida Surfing Association was created in 2003 as an organized body for competitive surfing within the United States and specifically the State of Florida.  The FSA is empowered to administer competition programs, schools, training, coaching programs and establish and select members to compete successfully at a national and international basis in both amateur and professional competitions.

The FSA seeks partnerships and opportunities, which will help further the sport of surfing its members, their families, and broaden the market base for the surf industry.  To ensure all team efforts are well focused and directed, the FSA is committed to:

Providing service, leadership, and a strong competitive program as a foundation to its members as the highest priority

Developing consistent, open communication with all other amateur and professional surfing organizations – encouraging a united national competition program;

Promoting the acceptance of surfing in the United States as a legitimate competitive sport Encouraging diversity by offering programs and competitions to surfers of all genders, races, ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and abilities; and both professional and amateur programs

Environmental Issues;

Beach Access

Scholarship and educational Programs;

Medical and Training Opportunities

Coaching and training for beginning as well as advanced athletes

Offer training and educational opportunities for judges, coaches and athletes

Offer agency and management services to assist athletes in gaining sponsorships and or managing a professional career in the sport of surfing.