Become a Facilitator or Volunteer
Our movement is powered by people with big hearts, lived experience, and a shared belief in the healing power of the sea.
Join the Volunteer Network
Volunteers are the heart of Groundswell. Whether you’re paddling out with participants or offering behind the scenes support, your presence matters. As a 2025 volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in co-creating safe, empowering spaces where women can heal, grow, and thrive together.
Ways to Get Involved
Sea-Sister: Experienced surfers offering support in the ocean
Sand-Sister: Grounding presence on land
Photo/Video: Capture stories of transformation
Event Host: Plan local community gatherings
Admin & Creative Support: Help with marketing, operations, or other behind the scenes tasks
Become a Surf Therapy Facilitator
Are you passionate about mental health, ocean healing, and community care? Do you envision holding space for others to find connection, empowerment, and joy through surfing? The Groundswell Surf Therapy™ Facilitator Pathway may be your next wave.
2025 Program Schedule
All Summer 2025 Programs are located in San Diego, CA.
3-Day Program
In collaboration with Shoulder 2 Shoulder & Slavics.org
July 8 - 10
1:00 - 5pm
4-Week Program
Mom’s Surf Group
Wednesdays (8/6 - 8/27)
1:00 - 1:00pm
6-Week Program
In collaboration with Changing Tides Foundation
Wednesdays (6/9–7/13)
2:00–5:30pm
8 Week Programs
For Women-Identifying Participants
Tuesdays (7/8 - 8/26)
5:00 - 8:00pm
For individuals suffering from chronic pain
Thursdays (8/7 - 9/18)
10:30 - 1:30pm
In collaboration with Generate Hope
Fridays (7/18 - 9/1)
8:00 - 10:30am