Posted on June 17th, 2010 by Ruth
Born in 1984, Natalie du Toit started competing internationally in swimming at the age of 14. While still at school, Natalie represented Western Province primary schools for swimming and was awarded Waterbuck colours at the age of 10 which is equivalent of Junior Springbok colours.
Apart from her skill as a swimmer, she has also studied for a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Cape Town, specializing in genetics and physiology.
In 2001 she had to have her left leg amputated at the knee after a traffic accident. When many people might have ended their pursuit of excellence at this loss, Natalie du Toit was more determined than ever to succeed as a swimmer and has gone on to win a string of awards for her amazing and awe-inspiring achievements.
Just some of them are -
- 2004 – gold medals at the Paralympic Games as well as the Commonwealth Games
- 2008 – one of two Paralympians to compete at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing
- 2009 - awarded Ikamanga Gold – for her contribution to sports in South Africa
Her fantastic attitude and her huge success as a swimmer have resulted in her being an inspiration for many people in South Africa and all over the world.
Audiences are riveted as they listen to how they can overcome adversities and with self belief, reach any goal they dream of. Her talks are based on her world-beating achievments and how she deals with the good and bad in the best way possible.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0860 110 309
Fax: 086 683 1533
Email: info@bookcelebs.co.za
Website:www.bookcelebs.co.za
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Posted on June 17th, 2010 by Ruth
Born in 1969 in the UK, Lewis Pugh is an environmental campaigner, swimmer, maritime lawyer as well as being a motivational speaker. With a deep love for nature, he frequently swims in vulnerable ecosystems to draw attention to their plight.
His most recent swim has been across a glacial lake under the summit of Mt Everest in 2010 to draw attention to the melting glaciers in the Himalayas. At 10 his family emigrated to South Africa.
Today he has pioneered more swims around famous landmarks than any other swimmer, and is the only person to have completed a long distance swim in every ocean of the world.
Lewis’s drive comes from his burning desire to make a significant impact on the conservation of the environment, and his sheer mental focus supported by an outstanding team has helped him achieve so much.
With a powerful and inspiring story of how, with goal setting, courage and self motivation, you can change the world, he informs and entertains. He spends his time doing public speaking and campaigning to world leaders to protect the environment.
If you want him to speak to your company about goal setting and inspiration, get hold of him and be enthralled.
Contact Details:
Email: tessa@lewispugh.com
Website: www.lewispugh.com
This Speaker posting about Lewis Pugh was sponsored by I Lead Speakers South Africa. Should you wish to list your Speaker services for free on this website then contact I Lead Speakers today: info@ileadspeakers.co.za. www.searchengine.co.za also offers free listing services similar to I Lead Speakers
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Posted on June 17th, 2010 by Ruth
Born in 1974 in Spring, Penny Heyns showed early on that she was going to be a top swimmer, and this earned her a bursary to study at Nebraska University in the USA which meant being exposed to a higher level of competition.
She broke many world records but her moment of glory came in 1999 in Los Angeles where she set four world records in just two days. She became the only woman in Olympic history to win both the 100 and 200 meter breaststroke.
She is the only Breaststroke swimmer to hold the 50M, 100M and 200M Long Course world records simultaneously.
Competing with some of the best swimmers ever has enabled Penny Heyns to gain insight into the world of top athletes, how they got to the top and managed to stay at the top.
On September 20, 2000 Heyns announced her retirement from swimming. Today she addresses audiences around the world, inspiring people to realise their untapped potential and fulfil their dreams.
Audiences are gripped by her story. You can book her for your event and be challenged to make a go of anything you set your heart on.
Contact Details:
Tel: +27 11 784 3111
0861 FAMOUS
Website: www.famousfaces.co.za
This Speaker posting about Penny Heyns was sponsored by I Lead Speakers South Africa. Should you wish to list your Speaker services for free on this website then contact I Lead Speakers today: info@ileadspeakers.co.za. www.searchengine.co.za also offers free listing services similar to I Lead Speakers
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