Christy Swaid completing a backflip on a jet ski over lake water

HIGHER PURPOSE.
BRAVER LIVING.

Cross the Finish Line of a
Bigger Life.

Former professional athlete, Guinness World Record holder, life coach, motivational speaker, and founder of Checkered Flag Living — helping people turn obstacles into opportunity and create a life of purpose.

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Speaking

REAL STORIES. LASTING CHANGE.

Christy inspires audiences to rethink what’s possible, turn obstacles into opportunity, and live with greater intention.

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Coaching

REAL GUIDANCE. BRAVER NEXT STEPS.

1:1 coaching with Christy to gain clarity, turn obstacles into opportunity, and create a life of greater purpose, impact, and freedom.

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Community

BOLDER TOGETHER.

A community of people choosing a higher purpose, sharing real stories, offering support, and creating momentum for a brighter tomorrow — together.

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Same Drive.
Bigger Purpose.

CHRISTY SWAID

From the Water
to a Bigger Impact.

I’m a former professional athlete, Guinness World Record holder for the first jet ski backflip, life coach, motivational speaker, and founder of Checkered Flag Living. I help people embrace resilience, live with intention, and create a life of purpose — on and off the water.

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A Brighter
Tomorrow.

THE CHECKERED FLAG LIVING PHILOSOPHY

A Fuller Life Is a Braver Life.

Intention

Be clear on what matters and move toward it.

Resilience

Turn obstacles into opportunities.

Grace

Show up with compassion — for yourself and others.

Wellness

A stronger mind and body create a brighter tomorrow.

A large body of blue ocean water with waves crashing.

CHECKERED FLAG LIVING

“Life isn’t just about the destination —
it’s about how you live each moment
along the way.”

— CHRISTY SWAID

Cross the Finish Line of aBigger Life.