Ian Rose
Paralympian, European and World
champion
Some of Ian’s achievements include
2008 - Beijing Paralympics Ninth
2007 - World Championship Bronze
2007 - European Championship Bronze
2006 - World Championship Bronze
2004 - Athens Paralympic Silver
2000 - Sydney Paralympic Fifth
1996 - Atlanta Paralympic Bronze
1995 - World Champion
1992 - Barcelona Paralympics
Four times European Champion
Torchbearer and Opening Ceremony performer for
the London 2012 Paralympic Games, winner of 2
Paralympic, 5 World Championship and 9 European
Championship Medals, Ian is one of Great Britain’s
most successful Paralympic Judoka. Retiring in
2011, Ian was on course to represent Paralympics
GB at his 6th Games in London, but due to an
injury in training Ian called it a day, bringing to an
end an International career spanning 22 years at
the top. Ian now focusses on motivating and
inspiring others to achieve their full potential.
Ian spoke to us
about his
achievements and
dedication to sport.
He reminded us that we
should always be resilient
in everything we try.
“Practise makes
progression”
Ian spoke to each year group. He answered our questions
and asked us about our aspirations for the future.
Look out in the Times and Citizen….. You may
see your picture!