Drawing on his incredible life story and unique perspective,

Gareth 'Angel' Thompson offers a captivating and deeply inspirational speaking experience.

He is a gifted storyteller who has found a powerful way to connect

with a diverse range of audiences, from men's breakfasts and schools to corporate

and church conferences. Thompson's ability to seamlessly blend his experiences

as a professional wrestler with profound insights on perseverance,

faith, and forgiveness is what sets him apart.

 

Thompson has overcome immense adversity,

including sexual abuse, a broken home, and homelessness at a young age,

before rebuilding his life through faith and wrestling.

This journey has forged in him an authenticity that audiences find both compelling and relatable. He has years of experience as a public speaker, sharing his testimony on podcasts and in mainstream media, notably, two BBC documentaries, The Debt Saviours and We Are England.

 

As the founder and CEO of Kingdom Wrestling, his proven leadership and communications skills shine through in his presentations. Booking Gareth means bringing a courageous and passionate voice to your event, leaving a lasting impact on your audience.

 

Talk titles and descriptions

Pray, Eat, Wrestle, Repeat: Overcoming Life's Toughest Challenges

From being homeless and in debt to becoming a champion professional wrestler,

Gareth shares his incredible journey of resilience. He uses gripping wrestling metaphors to illustrate how to tackle life's biggest obstacles, teaching audiences how to "wrestle" with their demons—whether they are insecurities, past hurts, or financial struggles—and emerge victorious. This talk is an inspiring call to action for anyone feeling defeated, proving that a transformation is possible even in the face of immense adversity.

 

From Victim to Victor: Forgiveness and Finding Your Purpose

In this deeply personal and powerful talk, Thompson recounts his path to finding forgiveness for his abuser and making peace with his difficult past. He explores how letting go of anger and embracing a new purpose

changed the entire trajectory of his life. Speaking candidly about his faith journey

and the founding of Kingdom Wrestling, he demonstrates how his greatest pain became the fuel

for his greatest passion: helping others find hope and a new path.

This is a moving presentation on the liberating power of forgiveness and how to use your story to inspire others.

 

Sermons and Suplexes: Finding a New Audience for an Old Message

Gareth presents a compelling and creative approach to outreach by sharing his experience of pioneering the "Wrestling Church". This talk explores how his ministry uses the dramatic storytelling of professional wrestling to connect with people who would never otherwise step foot in a church. Thompson discusses the challenges and triumphs of reaching new audiences, the importance of meeting people where they are, and how innovative, faith-based initiatives can create powerful and surprising communities. This is an ideal talk for leaders and organizations seeking fresh, unconventional methods for engaging with the wider world.

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Homeless to Hero: Heroes, Villains, and Positive Masculinity

Gareth draws on his experiences as a professional wrestler, to explore the concepts of heroism and positive masculinity. Thompson discusses how the staged world of professional wrestling, with its heroes and villains, can be a metaphor for real life. He also cautions against the "fake" realities often portrayed online, comparing them to the choreographed performances in the wrestling ring. Ultimately, he redefines what it means to be a good man, emphasizing values like respect, integrity, empathy, and using your influence to uplift others.