4x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Motivational Speaker & British Armed Forces Veteran
Jaco van Gass Biography
Jaco Van Gass is a four-time British Paralympic gold medalist and British Armed Forces veteran.
Moving from South Africa to England at the age of 20, Van Gass joined the elite Parachute Regiment in the British Armed Forces. During his second tour of Afghanistan in 2009, he was hit by an RPG (Rocket-Propelled Grenade), His injuries included the loss of his left arm at the elbow, a collapsed lung, punctured internal organs, shrapnel wounds, and multiple fractures. He underwent 11 surgeries and intense rehabilitation. Incredibly, he survived.
Despite the end of his military career and the physical and mental trauma, Van Gass refused to let his injuries define him. He went on to become a first-class downhill skier, marathon runner, and a member of the record-breaking team of wounded soldiers who trekked unsupported to the North Pole (alongside Prince Harry). He also climbed Mt. Denali in Alaska.
Van Gass later joined the GB Para-Cycling Team, where he has gone onto become an 11-time World Champion.
Fulfilling a lifelong dream, Van Gass competed at the Tokyo 2020 Games, winning two gold medals and one bronze medal, and setting three World Records. He returned to the Olympics for Paris 2024, where he defended his titles to win an additional two gold medals and broke two of his own world records.
Van Gass is now a sought-after motivational speaker, inspiring businesses, charities, and organisztions around the world. He shares the highs and lows of his extraordinary journey, helping others to embrace change, overcome adversity, and achieve their goals.
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Jaco van Gass is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Athlete, Cycling, Disability, Human Resources, Inspirational, Leadership, Mental Health, Military, Mindset, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Paralympics, Personal Growth, Resilience, Sports, Sports Motivation, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Veterans -
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