International Surf Therapy Organization 501(c)3 Employee Directory
Wellness and Fitness ServicesCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
The International Surf Therapy Organization is a small nonprofit based in Manhattan Beach, California, focused on advancing the practice of surf therapy. It aims to deepen understanding of the field, share general practices, and connect providers, researchers, and program participants to raise standards across the sector. The organization advocates for high-quality, inclusive surf therapy and works toward establishing it as a standard form of care for people who may benefit. Its work centers on expanding safe, equitable access to surf therapy worldwide. Within the wellness and fitness services landscape, ISTO serves program operators, practitioners, and individuals seeking surf-therapy experiences, with the goal of broadening access and improving program quality. A recent development is that ISTO will host its annual Surf Therapy Summit in Scotland for the first time.