Jack Laugher MBE is one of Britain’s most accomplished divers. He is best known for his exceptional springboard performances. Jack has firmly established himself as a world-class athlete with Olympic, Commonwealth, and European titles.
Jack gained international recognition in 2016 when he and his partner Chris Mears became Britain's first diving Olympic champions, winning gold in the men's synchronised 3m springboard event at the Rio Olympics. A week later, Jack secured a silver medal in the men's individual 3m springboard, making history as the first British diver to win multiple Olympic diving medals at a single Games.
Jack’s journey into diving began on a family trip to Harrogate Hydro Swimming Pool, where a lifeguard suggested he try diving lessons. His talent quickly emerged, and he joined the Harrogate and District Diving Club. Over the years, Jack has continued to break records and set new sports standards. He became a triple Commonwealth champion in 2018 and holds an impressive tally of 13 gold, eight silver, and seven bronze medals across major championships, making him Britain’s most decorated diver.
Jack is also an advocate for mental health awareness, having openly discussed his struggles following a disappointing 2019 World Championships that left him questioning his future in diving. His perseverance paid off with a bronze medal at Tokyo 2020, a victory he described as personally more meaningful than his Rio gold.
As a motivational speaker, Jack Laugher shares the insights of a high-performance athlete and the importance of mental well-being, teamwork, and perseverance in achieving success.
Join Olympic diving champion Jack Laugher for an engaging discussion on the power of resilience and mental strength in the face of adversity. Jack shares his personal journey through the highs of Olympic gold and the lows of mental health challenges, offering insights into how he overcame obstacles to achieve lasting success. Attendees will learn valuable lessons in perseverance and how to build a mindset that sustains excellence in both sport and life.
