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Master Speed Skater - Bruce W. Conner

Overcoming self-limiting beliefs is a crucial step for anyone, including elite masters athletes who strive for excellence in their sport. Bruce W. Conner, a highly regarded motivational speaker, often highlights the significance of mindset in achieving success, particularly in disciplines such as speed skating. By addressing and overcoming these beliefs, athletes can unlock their full potential and reach new heights in their athletic pursuits.

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Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Bruce W. Conner is a remarkable example of how age is just a number. At 57, he is now a faster speed skater than he was at 19, when he represented the US national team. While many believe that aging leads to a decline in performance, Bruce W. Conner defies this notion, proving that it's both limiting and false. His incredible journey as an elite masters athlete serves as an inspiration for motivational speakers everywhere, showcasing that anyone can exceed their expectations. Discover how you, too, can become better than ever!

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Bruce W. Conner serves as a motivational speaker, inspiring others with his experiences as an Elite Masters Athlete in speed skating. His remarkable journey highlights the dedication and resilience needed to succeed in this challenging sport.

A Lifelong Journey of Speed & Determination

Bruce W. Conner is an accomplished motivational speaker and a Masters World Speed Skating Champion. As a retired Captain of the B-787 for United Airlines, he offers a unique perspective to his audiences. At just 17 years old, Bruce was part of the US National Long Track Speed Skating team, competing among elite masters athletes, where he narrowly missed qualifying for the Olympic team in 1976. Following that disappointment, he stepped away from speed skating for many years.

Flying Career Built on Perseverance

I concentrated my efforts on my flying career next. Despite being told that I could not fly for the military due to my imperfect vision, I found another path by learning to fly at a small technical college. From there, I worked my way up in the aviation industry through flight instructing and the commuter/regional airlines. In January 1985, I was hired by United and retired last year after 36 and a half years. Over my career, I flew as a Captain for 28 years all over the world and had the privilege of instructing other pilots to fly various aircraft such as the 727, 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, and 787 as a Line Check Airman. My journey has inspired me to become a motivational speaker, where I share my experiences with others, including fellow Elite Masters Athletes who strive for excellence in their fields, much like my dedication to speed skating and aviation.

Cancer Recovery

I am in my Third act as an athlete. My first act was a a teenager trying to make the olympic team. My second was as a Maters athlete making it back to the Olympic trials 30 years later and competeing as an age group Master. My third act is returning to the sport after Cancer. In may 0f 2023 I was diagnosed with an aggresive form of Prostate Cancer. I have had surgery, radiation and hormone therapy. I have been doing my best to train through this recovery so I can put myself in the best position to continue to live with no evidence of cancer. I still want to be the best and set world records for my age group.

Master Speed Skater - Bruce W. Conner

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

A Lifelong Journey of Speed & Determination

Flying Career Built on Perseverance

Cancer Recovery

Upcoming Appearances, Competitions & Talks

10/15/2025

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My Guiding Creative Philosophy

Master Speed Skater - Bruce W. Conner

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

Discover the Story Behind the Skates

A Lifelong Journey of Speed & Determination

Flying Career Built on Perseverance

Cancer Recovery

Upcoming Appearances, Competitions & Talks

10/15/2025

Currently OPEN

5:30 PM

-

6:30 PM

10/15/2025

Currently OPEN

5:30 PM

-

6:30 PM

11/20/2025

Kiwanis of Evergreen , CO

5:30 PM

-

7:00 PM

11/20/2025

Kiwanis of Evergreen , CO

5:30 PM

-

7:00 PM

My Guiding Creative Philosophy

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