Surfing · 5 stagesDiscover surfing →
Surfing
From absolute beginner to certified ISA surf instructor. At your own pace, completely free of charge.
ScheveningenNoordwijkOuddorpCosta Rica
RideTheWave
SURF – ENJOY – GROW
The surfing and kitesurfing community for young people aged 14 to 23.
- They went before you
- 200+
- Participation is free of charge
- €0
- Stages
- 5
Surfing, Kitesurfing, Free of charge, Costa Rica, Scheveningen, Noordwijk, Ouddorp, 14–23 years, 5 Stages
The surfing and kitesurfing community for young people aged 14 to 23.
Welcome.Ride the Wave.
Everyone goes through periods when life feels harder than you’d like – whether you’re feeling stuck, struggling to fit in, feeling lonely at times, or ready for a fresh start. At Ride the Wave, you don’t need to explain any of that. You grab a board, head out onto the water and discover what you’re capable of. Here, you’ll build your confidence, make new friends and become part of a community that’s there to support you.
You decide how far you want to go. Try an introductory course, work your way through the stages, or progress to become an internationally certified instructor. From your first golf swing to working abroad – it’s up to you.
Your first wavechangeseverything.
- 200+Supporting young people since 2018
- €0Always free of charge – no hidden costs
We call it your fresh start
No judgement. No entry requirements. You don’t have to be sporty – you don’t have to prove anything. At Ride the Wave, it’s not about performance, but about you. Over five stages, you’ll work on structure, self-confidence and connection. The sea becomes your mirror.
Coaches stay committed – and expect the same from you. Can’t make it one time? Let us know in advance. No problem, but keep coming: it’s precisely that persistence that makes the difference. We believe in a second chance, and a third – as long as you keep believing in it too.
Two sports. One mission.
Discover our programmes.
Kitesurfing · 5 stagesDiscover kitesurfing →
KiteSurfing
From your first few metres on your board, through to your first jump, right up to becoming an IKO-certified kitesurfing instructor.
Want to make a bigger difference together?
Be someone’s ray of sunshineand make a difference.
Ride the Wave works in partnership with schools, local authorities, youth care organisations and businesses that believe sport and the outdoors can transform young people’s lives.
More than 30 organisations work with us. From vocational colleges to youth care services, from local authorities to businesses.
Companies & sponsorsPartnerships for businesses →
Companies.
From brand partnerships to ANBI donations. As a company, you provide RTW with the resources to grow – and demonstrate what you stand for.
Schools & educationPartnerships for schools →
Schools.
RTW ties in with your own mentoring sessions or career guidance. We reach out to pupils at risk of dropping out – and help them discover something they won’t find anywhere else.
Local authorities & governmentCollaboration for local authorities →
Local authorities.
RTW supports local authority youth policy. We measure impact, report transparently and ensure that your investment reaches those who need it.
Register as a participant
Free of charge. No experience needed. We’ll sort out the wetsuit, the board and the instruction. All you need to do is bring a good attitude.
Any questions or would you like to collaborate?
Are you a school, local authority, youth organisation or sponsor? Get in touch and we’ll discuss how we can work together to reach young people.
Read stories from the community
Read and watch how the programme is changing young people’s lives – in their own words, on the beach and afterwards.