About this Event
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking talk from Thomas Young, a Paralympian who will share his personal journey through elite sport, revealing the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned while competing at the highest level. Living and training with a neurological condition, he will offer a unique insight into the physical, mental, and emotional demands of Paralympic sport.
This engaging session will also explore the complexities of training alongside athletes with a wide range of neurological conditions, highlighting the importance of understanding, adaptability, teamwork, and inclusion. Through powerful stories from his sporting career, he will demonstrate how determination, perseverance, and a positive mindset can help overcome barriers and redefine what is possible.
Whether you are an athlete, coach, healthcare professional, or simply looking for inspiration, this is a rare opportunity to hear first-hand how resilience, diversity, and human potential come together in the Paralympic arena.
Thomas Young is a Paralympic Games gold medallist, three-time European champion and a two-time World silver medalist. He’s also got an MBE.
Event venue & nearby stays
Gorse Covert Centre, 6 Maxwell Drive, Loughborough, United Kingdom
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