Kelly Massey is a former professional athlete who represented Great Britain with distinction on the world stage as a 400m runner.
A key part of the 4x400m relay squad, Kelly’s career highlights include an Olympic bronze medal, a silver at the Commonwealth Games, and a European Championship gold.
Her journey into athletics began thanks to a primary school teacher who spotted her potential early on – but the road to success hasn’t been without its hurdles. During what should have been her peak competitive years, Kelly battled a series of illnesses that disrupted her training and forced her to miss out on a place at the London 2012 Olympics.
But Kelly’s story is one of resilience, grit and sheer determination. Refusing to give up on her dream, she fought her way back to the top of the sport, ultimately realising her goal by stepping onto the Olympic podium at Rio 2016.
Now retired from elite sport, Kelly continues to inspire the next generation. Through her involvement with Inspirational Athletes and her powerful speaking engagements, she shares the real story behind sporting success – the highs, the lows, and the mindset needed to bounce back stronger.
Kelly’s message is clear: success isn’t always a straight path, but with self-belief, perseverance and the right support, we can all learn how to be the best we can be.
Every athlete faces tough times, whether it’s injury, defeat, or personal challenges. In this talk, our athletes open up about the adversity they have experienced and how they found the strength to bounce back. Pupils will learn about the importance of resilience, determination, and staying positive in difficult situations. These are valuable lessons they can use in school, sport, and life.
Having a growth mindset means believing you can improve through effort, learning, and perseverance. In this talk, our athletes explain how this way of thinking has helped them deal with setbacks, learn from mistakes, and keep improving, no matter the odds. Pupils will be encouraged to embrace challenges, stay positive, and understand that hard work and resilience lead to progress in sport and in life.
The Olympics represents the pinnacle of sport, and our athletes give a behind-the-scenes insight into what it is really like to compete or aim to compete on the world’s biggest stage. They share stories of preparation, pressure, teamwork, and pride, inspiring pupils with lessons about ambition, dedication, and chasing dreams, whatever they may be.
Behind every athlete’s success is the importance of looking after their mind as well as their body. In this honest and supportive talk, our athletes open up about how they manage pressure, deal with setbacks, and stay mentally healthy. Pupils will hear positive, practical advice on looking after their own wellbeing, coping with stress, and the importance of speaking up and supporting each other.
Great leadership is not just about being the loudest or the strongest. It is about kindness, empathy, and setting a good example. In this inspiring talk, our athletes discuss what it means to be a human leader, supporting others and working towards shared goals. Pupils will learn about the importance of setting clear, realistic goals and leading by example in school, sport, and life.
Inspirational Athletes connects schools & communities with elite athletes who inspire, motivate and engage young people through talks, workshops and sports sessions.
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Inspirational Speakers has been providing high profile keynote speakers and entertainers for over 25 years.
