SPREADING AWARENESS
INVOLVES YOU
Podcasts
SUP ‘n’ Surf Retreats for Veterans with Jim “Bart” Bartelloni, USNA ’90
SUP Surfing Retreats for Veterans – With the SUP Vets
Images
The SUP Veterans - Retreat Experience
The SUP Veterans - CBS Interview
The SUP Veterans - Bystander Perspective
THE BENEFITS ARE REAL
Being near the ocean has a calming effect on the body
The beach provides a grounding/earthing effect
Ocean proximity creates a deeper sense of connection and clarity
Sunlight is thought to increase levels of serotonin, which makes you feel good
Surfing helps lift spirits and general mood
Stand-up paddling increases core strength and cardio, which help fight disease
Surfing is a great stress reliever
Group activities provide a sense of camaraderie