Jeff Standfield

Jeff Standfield discovered the power and beauty of music as a young boy, drawn to the guitar and inspired by his folk-singing parents. Growing up he developed a knack for songwriting and performing became a way to express himself and entertain others.

When Jeff was young, he sustained a spinal cord injury causing permanent paralysis in his legs. Despite this challenge, he excelled as a three-time Paralympic Games swimmer, world record holder and world-ranked rower. He has also worked with thousands of people as a counsellor, and and negotiator. Jeff draws on these experiences as a performer, and speaker.