Sian Sykes's guest appearances

Sian Sykes

Tough Girl Podcast

Body Power Mind

SUPfm  The International Stand Up Paddle Board Podcast

OwlTail

Sian Sykes was born on the edge of Snowdonia and enjoyed growing up in beautiful North Wales. During her adult life, she used to work in Creative Media in London as a Project Director. However after working 15 years and working 18 hour days in the industry, she wanted a better balance in life, to reconnect with nature and to be closer to the sea and mountains.  That's when she re changed her focus in life and moved back home, to do what she loves doing. Now she guides people stand up paddle boarding in beautiful places. Since working in the city, Sian has travelled the world, building up vast experience of leading expeditions to Nepal, Mongolia, India, China, Peru, Morocco and the Alps. Sian loves a SUP challenge! Sian has completed a number of record breaking SUP challenges. She was part of the first team to cross England on a paddle board, she was then the first person to ever SUP solo the 3 British lakes, Llyn Tegid, Windermere Lake and Loch Awe in 3 days, all unsupported. Sian was also the first person to circumnavigate Anglesey on a SUP which took her 5 days to complete the 120km journey in very challenging sea state conditions. Sian is a real activist, Sian’s recent achievement was a big expedition with a real purpose by highlighting the epidemic we face with disposable single use plastics. She was the first person to SUP circumnavigate Wales (solo and unsupported), a 1000km journey along canals, rivers and sea. She raised money for charity, collecting plastic along the way, inspiring others to make a pledge against plastics and educational talks. Sian enjoys linking her love for the water and mountains through SUP. Her love for the outdoors is infectious, and she’s inspired people of all ages and from all walks of life to get out and SUP.  Get ready for an exciting month of July on the Tough Girl Podcast, as we shine a spotlight on women working in the outdoors. Sponsored by Land &amp; Wave - join us as we delve into their stories, gain insights, and discover valuable tips from their incredible experiences.  Don't miss out on these empowering episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - hit the subscribe button and be part of the adventure!  Show notes  Who is Sian Growing up and being introduced to the great outdoors by her mother at 3 weeks old Her love for the outdoors  Her teenage years  Going to university and how she changed  Chasing wealth and status Working in Advertising in Manchester and London  Making a career change after 15 years  Living for work Feeling detached from who she actually was Not feeling fulfilled anymore Wanting to make a U turn  Getting qualification in the outdoors 6 months working in London and 6 months working in the outdoors Separating from her ex-husband  Discovering paddleboarding by chance and loving it Crossing England from Bristol to Reading on a paddle board Gaining experiences and choosing the qualifications The community in Llanberis, Wales  Building up contacts and connections Volunteering in outdoor centres and taking groups on Duke of Edinburgh Award Needing to prove herself  Going after her International Mountain Leader Award which took 3 years to achieve Talking about the financial concerns of making a career change Making the transition into the outdoor industry Stand Up Paddleboarding Adventures and Expeditions SUP around Anglesey  Plastic Pollution in coastal areas Being warned about adventure blues  Starting up her own business and becoming freelance  Finding your passion Surfers Against Sewage - We are Ocean Activists. We are the voice of the ocean. Campaigning for a thriving ocean, thriving people. Anglesey becoming the first county to become plastic free Water Skills Academy (WSA)  WSA - SUP Expedition Guide  Advice for women who want to get more qualifications in the outdoor industry How to connect with Sian Final words of advice for other women who want a career in the outdoors    Social Media Website: www.siansykes.com  Instagram: @sian_sykes  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@psychedpaddleboarding 

Sian Sykes was born on the edge of Snowdonia and enjoyed growing up in beautiful North Wales. During her adult life, she used to work in Creative Media in London as a Project Director. However after working 15 years and working 18 hour days in the industry, she wanted a better balance in life, to reconnect with nature and to be closer to the sea and mountains.  That's when she re changed her focus in life and moved back home, to do what she loves doing. Now she guides people stand up paddle boarding in beautiful places. Since working in the city, Sian has travelled the world, building up vast experience of leading expeditions to Nepal, Mongolia, India, China, Peru, Morocco and the Alps. Sian loves a SUP challenge! Sian has completed a number of record breaking SUP challenges. She was part of the first team to cross England on a paddle board, she was then the first person to ever SUP solo the 3 British lakes, Llyn Tegid, Windermere Lake and Loch Awe in 3 days, all unsupported. Sian was also the first person to circumnavigate Anglesey on a SUP which took her 5 days to complete the 120km journey in very challenging sea state conditions. Sian is a real activist, Sian’s recent achievement was a big expedition with a real purpose by highlighting the epidemic we face with disposable single use plastics. She was the first person to SUP circumnavigate Wales (solo and unsupported), a 1000km journey along canals, rivers and sea. She raised money for charity, collecting plastic along the way, inspiring others to make a pledge against plastics and educational talks. Sian enjoys linking her love for the water and mountains through SUP. Her love for the outdoors is infectious, and she’s inspired people of all ages and from all walks of life to get out and SUP. Get ready for an exciting month of July on the Tough Girl Podcast, as we shine a spotlight on women working in the outdoors. Sponsored by Land &amp; Wave - join us as we delve into their stories, gain insights, and discover valuable tips from their incredible experiences.  Don't miss out on these empowering episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - hit the subscribe button and be part of the adventure! Show notes <ul> <li>Who is Sian</li> <li>Growing up and being introduced to the great outdoors by her mother at 3 weeks old</li> <li>Her love for the outdoors </li> <li>Her teenage years </li> <li>Going to university and how she changed </li> <li>Chasing wealth and status</li> <li>Working in Advertising in Manchester and London </li> <li>Making a career change after 15 years </li> <li>Living for work</li> <li>Feeling detached from who she actually was</li> <li>Not feeling fulfilled anymore</li> <li>Wanting to make a U turn </li> <li>Getting qualification in the outdoors</li> <li>6 months working in London and 6 months working in the outdoors</li> <li>Separating from her ex-husband </li> <li>Discovering paddleboarding by chance and loving it</li> <li>Crossing England from Bristol to Reading on a paddle board</li> <li>Gaining experiences and choosing the qualifications</li> <li>The community in <a href="https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/llanberis" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Llanberis, Wales</a> </li> <li>Building up contacts and connections</li> <li>Volunteering in outdoor centres and taking groups on Duke of Edinburgh Award</li> <li>Needing to prove herself </li> <li>Going after her <a href="https://www.mountain-training.org/qualifications/walking/international-mountain-leader" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">International Mountain Leader Award</a> which took 3 years to achieve</li> <li>Talking about the financial concerns of making a career change</li> <li>Making the transition into the outdoor industry</li> <li>Stand Up Paddleboarding Adventures and Expeditions</li> <li>SUP around Anglesey </li> <li>Plastic Pollution in coastal areas</li> <li>Being warned about adventure blues </li> <li>Starting up her own business and becoming freelance </li> <li>Finding your passion</li> <li><a href="https://www.sas.org.uk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Surfers Against Sewage</a> - We are Ocean Activists. We are the voice of the ocean. Campaigning for a thriving ocean, thriving people.</li> <li><a href="https://www.siansykes.com/plastic-free-anglesey-1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Anglesey becoming the first county to become plastic free</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.waterskillsacademy.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Water Skills Academy (WSA)</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.waterskillsacademy.com/instructor-courses/sup-expedition-guide-training-assessment" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">WSA - SUP Expedition Guide</a> </li> <li>Advice for women who want to get more qualifications in the outdoor industry</li> <li>How to connect with Sian</li> <li>Final words of advice for other women who want a career in the outdoors</li> </ul> Social Media Website: <a href="https://www.siansykes.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.siansykes.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sian_sykes" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@sian_sykes</a> Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@psychedpaddleboarding" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/@psychedpaddleboarding</a>

Sian Sykes - From City Life to SUP Activist Tackling Plastic Pollution. Inspiring Women to Pursue Their Dreams and Create Change.

In 2018 Sian Sykes' completed an epic trip circumnavigating Wales by paddle-board. This entertaining episode tells of her journey, her sticky moments and her work to spread the word about single-use plastics.A regional representative for Surfers Against Sewage, Sian is passionate about the state of our water and paddled the inland waterways and the perilous coastline of Wales encountering wildlife and the occasional live firing artillery range on the way.Her film about the experience will be out soon and she is currently writing a book about the trip.Sian owns Psyched Paddleboarding based in beautiful Anglesey and is a highly experienced expedition leader offering a range of incredible experiences to her customers.  She is an ambassador for WSA and Starboard and it is worth checking out her site here to see the incredible area where she is based.If her trip has piqued your interest then check out her webinar recorded by our friends at WSA hereMentioned in this episode:SeaSurf Clothing - Our Back Catalogue SponsorThis episode is brought to you by NEW eco-clothing brand SeaSurf, which is on a mission to end fashion waste.Their exciting collection is:* Manufactured from 100 percent organic cotton* Made in factories powered by renewable energy * Printed in the UK using eco-friendly water-based inkAnd any item can be returned to be recycled into new clothes AND you get a store credit for your efforts.Visit the website and start making waves with your wardrobe.SeaSurf Website

In 2018 Sian Sykes' completed an epic trip circumnavigating Wales by paddle-board. This entertaining episode tells of her journey, her sticky moments and her work to spread the word about single-use plastics.A regional representative for Surfers Against Sewage, Sian is passionate about the state of our water and paddled the inland waterways and the perilous coastline of Wales encountering wildlife and the occasional live firing artillery range on the way.Her film about the experience will be out soon and she is currently writing a book about the trip.Sian owns Psyched Paddleboarding based in beautiful Anglesey and is a highly experienced expedition leader offering a range of incredible experiences to her customers. She is an ambassador for <a href="https://www.waterskillsacademy.com/about-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">WSA</a> and Starboard and it is worth checking out her site <a href="https://www.psychedpaddleboarding.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to see the incredible area where she is based.If her trip has piqued your interest then check out her webinar recorded by our friends at WSA <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyPswu3CEGA&amp;t=983s " rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Mentioned in this episode:SeaSurf Clothing - Our Back Catalogue SponsorThis episode is brought to you by NEW eco-clothing brand SeaSurf, which is on a mission to end fashion waste. Their exciting collection is: * Manufactured from 100 percent organic cotton * Made in factories powered by renewable energy * Printed in the UK using eco-friendly water-based ink And any item can be returned to be recycled into new clothes AND you get a store credit for your efforts. Visit the website and start making waves with your wardrobe.<a href="https://www.supfmpodcast.com/seasurf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SeaSurf Website</a>

Circumnavigating Wales By SUP and Other Adventures - Sian Sykes

If you're interested in stand up paddle boarding, then you won't want to miss this episode. Sian is a leading SUP athlete and keen expeditionist, visiting a vast amount of countries on her travels. She has many qualifications surrounding water sports and mountaineering, along with some incredible challenges including the full circumference of Anglesey on a SUP and the full circumference of Wales, sea, rivers and canals included. She talks to us about her passion for SUP and how she faced such demanding weather when being out at sea. Sian is also an environmental enthusiast and speaker with a a lifelong dream of cleaning up our planet. If you enjoy this podcast episode, please subscribe to the Body Power Mind channel, and even better, leave us a review on Itunes.

If you're interested in stand up paddle boarding, then you won't want to miss this episode. Sian is a leading SUP athlete and keen expeditionist, visiting a vast amount of countries on her travels. She has many qualifications surrounding water sports and mountaineering, along with some incredible challenges including the full circumference of Anglesey on a SUP and the full circumference of Wales, sea, rivers and canals included. She talks to us about her passion for SUP and how she faced such demanding weather when being out at sea. Sian is also an environmental enthusiast and speaker with a a lifelong dream of cleaning up our planet. If you enjoy this podcast episode, please subscribe to the Body Power Mind channel, and even better, leave us a review on Itunes.