description ISA World Surfing Games Overview
The ISA World Surfing Games is an annual team-based surfing championship organized by the International Surfing Association (ISA), the governing body recognized by the International Olympic Committee for the sport. First held in 1964, the event brings together national teams from across the globe to compete for team and individual titles. It has served as a qualifying pathway for Olympic surfing since the sport's inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Games.
help ISA World Surfing Games FAQ
Who organizes the ISA World Surfing Games?
The event is organized by the International Surfing Association, or ISA. The ISA is recognized by the International Olympic Committee as the governing body for surfing.
When was the first ISA World Surfing Games held?
The first edition was held in 1964. The championship has since developed into an annual international event for national surfing teams.
Is the ISA World Surfing Games an individual or team competition?
It is a team-based championship in which surfers represent their countries. National team results are calculated from performances across the event's surfing contests.
How is the ISA World Surfing Games different from the Olympic surfing competition?
The ISA World Surfing Games is a standalone world championship organized by the ISA. Olympic surfing is part of the Summer Games, while the ISA event brings national teams together outside the Olympic program.
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