About Jamie McAnsh

Introduction

Welcome to the official website of Jamie McAnsh. Jamie is a motivational speaker, disabled adventurer, and award-winning athlete who transforms personal adversity into a beacon of hope and inspiration. His mission is to promote inclusivity, resilience, and a positive mindset through his powerful storytelling, inclusive advocacy and corporate engagements.

Background

In January 2014, Jamie McAnsh’s life changed dramatically when he woke up paralyzed from the waist down due to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Instead of being confined by his condition, Jamie chose to embrace life with a renewed vigour and embarked on a journey of incredible achievements. From regional success in wheelchair basketball to representing Wales in wheelchair rugby, Jamie’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination.

Key milestones in Jamie’s journey include:

Completing 12 extreme challenges in 12 months, raising £250,000 for charity.
Becoming the first person with CRPS to reach Mount Everest Base Camp on crutches.
Competing in the Welsh Open Squash Tournament as the first disabled player.

Values and Philosophy

At the core of Jamie’s work is a deep commitment to promoting accessibility and inclusivity. He believes that a positive mindset and perseverance can overcome any obstacle. Jamie’s approach is defined by his dedication to living life outside the box and encouraging others to do the same. He believes that before we can really thrive we need to first know how to survive and that sits with many of his messages that its okay to fail, its okay to fall the challenge is always always always Get Back Up.

Detailed Bio

Jamie McAnsh is more than a motivational speaker; he is a role model and an advocate for change. His career highlights include:

Representing Wales in wheelchair rugby and achieving regional success in wheelchair basketball.
Handcycling 100 miles in just 13 hours.
Completing the WAAT4 challenge, a 30k trek over the Brecon Beacons mountain range, as the first wheelchair user ever to achieve this challenge later returning and becoming the first to then also complete it on crutches.

Beyond his athletic achievements, Jamie’s passion for advocacy has led him to share his story widely, inspiring audiences of all ages and backgrounds. His talks cover themes such as Mental health, neurodiversity, diversity, overcoming adversity, and goal-setting.

Services or Products

Jamie offers a range of services aimed at inspiring and motivating others:

Corporate Engagements: Collaborations with organisations to foster inclusive cultures in the workplace.

Motivational Speaking: Engaging talks that emphasize resilience, inclusion, and positive mindset.

Workshops and Training: Programs designed to promote accessibility and inclusivity in various settings.

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