Cliff Meidl

Learn about Cliff's devastating accident, his difficult recovery, and his dramatic rise to Olympic stardom — and beyond.

Cliff leads by example. His message is one of daring, hope, and determination
to learn, re-adapt,
persevere and
succeed — even amid the worst of circumstances.

Cliff's engaging story, compelling advice, and personable style make for an unforgettable presentation that deeply inspires and motivates all audiences.

The Cliff Meidl Foundation is a California non-profit organization (501C-3) dedicated to three causes. Learn more

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2007

National Team Leader, USA Canoe/Kayak World Championship Team (Download Press Kit of the ICF Flatwater Sprint World Championships, Duisburg, Germany)

2005

2nd Place, 500 Meter Premier Dragon Boat World Championships, Germany

2004

1st Place, 1,000 Meter Dragon Boat World Championships, China (above photo)

2003

3rd Place, Moloka'i Outrigger World Championships, Hawaii

2000

USA Olympic Team Sprint Kayaking, Sydney, Australia

2000, Sydney, Australia

USA Olympic Team Flag Bearer, Sydney, Australia

1999

USA Pan American Team Sprint Kayaking, Winnipeg, Canada

1996

USA Olympic Team Sprint Kayaking, Altlanta, USA

1988 - 2003

Moloka'i Outrigger World Championships, Hawaii (above photo)

1983

Silver Medal, Outrigger National Sprint Championships ( 18 years old and under)

Detailed Athletic Resume available upon request

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Cliff was one of only 20 athletes honored in the Olympian Heroes Series, alongside such greats as Peter Vidmar, Rafer Johnson, and Mark Spitz. More photos

"Some 1,000 hardened construction officials gave Cliff Meidl a standing ovation as he concluded his remarks. Inspiring stuff. Maybe now I have seen and heard it all!"— I. Weinstock More testimonials

Cliff Meidl with a young fan.

Cliff Meidl, Motivational Speaker, is a member of NSA.

Motivational Speaker, Olympic Athlete, Author