Layne Beachley AO is a national treasure, entrepreneur, passionate environmental campaigner and advocate for mental wellness. With a legacy as a seven-time World Surfing Champion between 1998 and 2006, she has transcended her athletic achievements to become a prominent voice in the fields of personal development and mental health.
In recent years, Layne has focused her energy on empowering individuals through her work with Awake Academy, an organization she co-founded that emphasizes holistic approaches to mental wellness.
Awake Academy offers transformative programs designed to help people unlock their potential, cultivate resilience and navigate life's challenges. Layne's passion for mental wellness stems from her own experiences with mental, physical and emotional tribulations and she is dedicated to creating safe spaces for individuals to explore self-discovery and personal growth.
Additionally, through workshops, keynote speaking engagements and her own writings, Layne shares her insights on overcoming adversity, fostering a positive mindset and embracing self-care. Her commitment to supporting mental health initiatives and empowering others reflects her belief in the power of community and connection.
Layne's work today is a powerful extension of her surfing legacy, as she continues to inspire and uplift individuals on their journeys to wellness and self-realization. Her contributions to both the surfing world and mental wellness advocate for a holistic approach to living fully and authentically.
Layne was fantastic! Her story and the way she presented it ensured there was something for everyone in it. We also appreciated the generosity of time and graciousness she showed with our attendees for the many photos that were requested. We would have no hesitation in recommending her to others.
Waples Marketing Group Pty LtdLayne was amazing. Very engaging and our staff were captivated with what she had to say. The presentation was perfectly pitched towards our high achieving staff with all key messages covered off. Layne also was able to engage with our staff on a more personal level with her stories and this had a huge impact on the group. Layne attended our dinner and spent the evening mixing with our staff which was fantastic.
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Layne was fantastic. She spoke well and her story was shared with great passion and humour which was well received by our clients. The feedback has been fantastic with many saying she is the best speaker we have had to date. The auction of her surfboard and her book signing afterwards was a huge success. Layne was great to work with and interacted extremely well with our client. She was perfect for our Client Breakfast!
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