What is it like to jump off a plane? | OpenHaus S10E2 with Kyra Poh, Indoor Skydiving World Champion

If you’ve ever looked at skydiving and thought it was all adrenaline and cool videos, this episode is for you.In today’s conversation, Kyra Poh, world champion indoor skydiver and Red Bull athlete, shares what it really takes to fly from the pressure of competition to the thrill that first pulled her into the sport.Starting at just eight years old, Kyra grew up balancing school, training, competitions, and childhood, all while holding world records and representing Singapore on the global stage. Behind the medals is a young woman who skydives “for the plot,” but also fights through fear, doubt, and the weight of expectations.From learning how to freefall to coping with high-stakes pressure, she opens up about the truth behind performance, resilience, and staying grounded at 23.In this candid episode, you’ll learn:
🟪 The biggest misconceptions about skydiving🟪 How she handles pressure as a young world champion🟪 The scariest and most unexpected moments in the sport🟪 The mindset and grit that keep her flyingIt’s more than jumps and tricks. It’s the lessons you learn when the ground drops out from under you and how fear can become your guide instead of your enemy.