Laura Kennington

Laura Kennington is a British adventure athlete with a deep passion for exploring the endurance capabilities of the human body. Her incredible journeys—on river, road, and sea—highlight the extraordinary potential we all have within us, proving that with self-belief and perseverance, we are capable of much more than we realise.

Laura’s adventures are nothing short of epic:

• Solo kayaking a section of the Volga River in Russia.
• Solo cycling all 1,600 miles of the world’s longest coastal route in Ireland.
• Running the length of Fuerteventura (100 miles) in just four days.
• Circumnavigating three of the Channel Islands using three different sporting disciplines.
• Her most ambitious feat to date: cycling 3,700 miles along the North Sea-facing coasts of eight countries, from Scotland to Norway.

Her journey into adventure began in the Suffolk countryside, where Laura grew up as the only girl among brothers, exploring muddy fields with her loyal White Alsatian, Hobo. Years later, while working as a personal trainer in London, she developed a fascination with how the human body copes under physical stress. This curiosity inspired her to step out of her comfort zone—quite literally leaping into adventure with a cliff dive in America—and she hasn’t looked back since.

Through her motivational talks, Laura shares tales from the river, road, and sea, connecting with audiences of all ages and sizes. She inspires others to think big, be brave, and start their own adventures. Her relatable stories, underpinned by practical strategies, leave audiences motivated to aim high and follow their inner spark.

Speaking Topics Include:

• Motivation: Maintaining it, maximising it, and tapping into it when you need it most.
• Resilience: Dealing with high stress, overcoming adversity, and avoiding burnout.
• Endurance Performance: Principles of effective training and pushing physical limits.
• Goal Setting: Turning overwhelming goals into achievable milestones.
• Mindset: Overcoming fear of failure and finding the courage to begin.
• Healthy Habits: Simple daily actions to manage mental health, wellbeing, and productivity.
• Nutrition: Fuelling endurance on a plant-based diet.
• Adventure: Self-propelled journeys and the lessons learned that apply to everyday life.

Laura passionately believes in empowerment through sport and adventure. Her stories of perseverance and self-belief inspire audiences to embrace challenges, think big, and discover their own potential. Whether speaking to schools, corporate teams, or large conferences, Laura’s talks are tailored to captivate and motivate.

To book Laura Kennington for your event, get in touch today!