Mar Livre

About Us

Mar Livre Association

We are a non-profit association based in Aljezur, dedicated to promoting adaptive surfing and the inclusion of all people in the ocean, regardless of physical, sensory, or intellectual limitations. We work to make the Aljezur coastline an accessible space, where surfing and nature are a right for everyone.

Our Mission

Our mission goes far beyond surfing. It is about inclusion, connection, intention, and community. We believe the ocean is for everyone — a space where all people can feel they belong, not because they have to adapt, but because they are welcomed exactly as they are.

At Mar Livre, we create space in the ocean for people of all abilities — physical, sensory, or intellectual — through adaptive surfing experiences that promote healing, empowerment, and connection. The ocean has the power to calm, restore, and bring us closer to nature and to one another. With safety, care, and professional support, we help each person discover new confidence, greater freedom, and new ways of being in the water.

If this mission resonates with you, we invite you to become part of Mar Livre. You can support the project as a volunteer, become a member for just €5 per month, or help by following and sharing our message. We are always open to ideas and contributions, as this is a living project, constantly growing, where every voice matters.

Become a Member

By becoming a member of Mar Livre, you are supporting inclusion in surfing and access to the sea for all.

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