"The Black Surfers Collective (BSC) continues to prove that surfing and ocean sports belong to everyone. For years, the organization has focused on breaking down the barriers that have historically excluded Black and underrepresented communities from coastal access and participation in aquatic sports. By combining education, mentorship, and community gatherings, BSC cultivates safe, supportive environments that help people connect with the ocean while reshaping perceptions of who belongs in surf culture."
"More than just a surf club, BSC has become a vital platform for empowerment, cultural affirmation, and leadership development. From surf instruction to water safety, the organization's programming serves as a gateway for countless youth and families to discover confidence, wellness, and joy through the ocean. This summer, BSC partnered with Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell's Freedom Summer Program, an initiative designed to enrich youth with transformative experiences and leadership training."
The Black Surfers Collective expands access to surfing and ocean sports for Black and underrepresented communities through education, mentorship, and community gatherings. Programs create safe, supportive environments that build confidence and reshape perceptions of who belongs in surf culture. BSC offers surf instruction, water safety training, and leadership development that foster wellness, joy, and empowerment among youth and families. A summer partnership with Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell's Freedom Summer Program provided free surf lessons, mentorship, and confidence-building activities that taught teamwork, perseverance, and self-advocacy. The last surf class of that partnership is scheduled for August 23, 2025.
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