World Record Holder | English Channel Swimmer | TEDx Speaker | Youth Advocate
Prisha Tapre is a distinguished young achiever whose record of excellence spans open water swimming, youth advocacy, charitable leadership, and public speaking. As a TEDx Speaker, World Record holder, and one of the youngest British Indians to complete a solo swim of the English Channel, she combines athletic determination with a strong commitment to social impact.
At the age of sixteen, she completed her solo channel swim and raised more than £6,000 for Akshaya Patra UK. An earlier relay swim generated more than £15,000 for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice. These achievements strengthened her understanding of focus, resilience, and the responsibility that accompanies purposeful ambition.
Beyond athletic accomplishment, Prisha is committed to empowering young people and advancing meaningful causes. She serves as an ambassador for Herts Young Homeless and actively promotes youth development through sport, education, and perseverance.
The youngest British Indian to complete a solo swim of the English Channel at age 16
Competed at the highest level of open water swimming in national competitions
Set world records in long-distance swimming
Multiple awards from British Long Distance Swimming Association
Featured in BBC, Heart Radio, and Vibe Radio
Raised through solo English Channel swim at age 16, supporting children's nutrition and education programs
Raised through relay swim, supporting end-of-life care and hospice services in the community
British Long Distance Swimming Association
BLDSA Recognition
BLDSA Award
Swimmer of the Year
BLDSA Honor
BLDSA Recognition
Channel Swim Association
Watford Community
Acknowledged by Queen Camilla
Acknowledged by Princess Catherine
Special guest at Westminster Abbey
Prisha serves as an ambassador for Herts Young Homeless, actively promoting youth development through sport, education, and perseverance. Her leadership extends beyond athletic achievement to meaningful community engagement and social impact.
As Head Girl, she demonstrated leadership grounded in empathy, integrity, and ambition, championing values that encourage others to surpass perceived limits.
Interested in speaking engagements, collaborations, or learning more about youth advocacy and swimming achievements?