#Passion=Victory
Paralympian. World Record Holder. Motivational Speaker.
CANADIAN.
Who is Tammy?
Tammy is a Canadian Paralympic Swimmer, Motivational & Keynote Speaker, 3x Parapan American Games Medalist, and Rio 2016 Paralympian.
After a life-threatening accident at age 6, Tammy started in down a long road of recovery. Once she was able, she was introduced to the world of Para Sports which led her to pursue a successful and inspiring athletic career. She's played basketball at a national level, competed in triathlon and hand-cycling events, downhill skied, and also enjoys paddle boarding. Most impressive of all though, is the time she has spent as a Paralympic level swimmer. Tammy has won multiple medals, currently holds 6 records, and continues to train.
Outside of her training and athletic career, Tammy has now taken on the important task of sharing her story. She's an athletic ambassador and motivational speaker visiting schools, businesses and organizations to share her inspiring story of perseverance and discipline. A role model for youth (especially young women) and a shining example of what determination and strength truly look like.
Power on Water
A short film commissioned by the Red Deer Museum & Art Gallery, Power On Water profiles world class Paralympic swimmer Tammy Cunnington from Red Deer, AB. The story is a powerful portrait of her life, her passion for sport and her single-minded focus on getting to the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio.
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Contact Tammy
Inspire your team, organization, or school by having Tammy share her inspirational story! Send her a message using the form below and Tammy will contact you to set it up.