The Waterman Foundation and High Fives and Adaptive Training Foundation brought a Tahoe-based group of adaptive athletes and military veterans together for two incredible days on the water, providing canoes, paddleboards, and full transfer support to ensure every participant could safely and confidently get on and off the water. With the right gear, the right … Read more
Austin Price, a spirited motorcyclist, was cruising home after a day with his companions. Merely three blocks away from his home, as he navigated a sharp bend, fate took a turn. Leaning into the curve, Austin’s foot peg suddenly folded, causing his bike to skid out. The ensuing collision with an oncoming vehicle launched him … Read more
Just Hands: For the Love of Racing follows Torsten Gross, a quadriplegic striving to race among the elite in GT motorsport. Pushing through unimaginable physical limits, this isn’t just a racing series—it’s a human story of resilience, relentless drive, and breaking through impossible barriers. Produced by Sonic Gods Studios in partnership with Pennzoil. Watch the … Read more
Inside the Adaptations Fueling Adaptive Moto In our latest Adapt & Destroy spotlight, Nick takes us behind the bars of an adapted dirt bike, breaking down the custom features that make riding possible after a spinal cord injury. From hand-controlled brakes to a foot-secure cage system, this bike is more than modified—it’s a machine built … Read more
$11,000+ Raised for Adaptive Athletes by Neuro Gum “We’re always looking for ways to partner with people who believe in lifting others up, and that’s exactly what High Fives does every day. April was a chance for us to get behind their mission and support athletes who are pushing boundaries in ways that go beyond … Read more
There’s no easy way down to Pleasure Point—but that’s never stopped us. In our latest video release, we follow High Fives Athletes Chad W, Soren L, and Corwin B as they each take their own unique route down the infamous staircase to the surf break in Santa Cruz, CA. While the methods may differ, the … Read more
A new collaborative short film by TEAM LEWIS Foundation & High Fives Foundation The TEAM LEWIS Foundation and High Fives Foundation have once again teamed up—united by a shared mission to tell stories that inspire. The Healing Powers of Water is their latest collaboration…a short film exploring water as a powerful force for healing, transformation, … Read more
Waves, Stoke, and Community From April 30 to May 3, twelve High Fives Athletes gathered in Santa Cruz for an unforgettable adaptive surf experience. Whether it was their first time on a board or their fiftieth, every athlete brought energy and determination to the waves. Led by our incredible team, the camp focused on fun, … Read more
A series of three golf tournaments in three States across the U.S. These tournaments have become a staple for High Fives and our participating communities. Golfers navigate the course, competing for prizes in various categories. There are opportunities for individual golfers to win prizes for their performance on specific holes, and teams compete for overall … Read more
Dariel Meléndez’s Athlete Story The High Fives Foundation has released its newest short documentary, The Pura Vida Path, spotlighting the incredible story of Dariel Meléndez—a 23-year-old from Costa Rica whose life was forever changed after a traumatic train accident cost him his leg. What followed was a transformation that turned pain into passion, leading Dariel … Read more
