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Seven-time world surfing champion Layne Beachley will treat a Sunshine Coast audience to an in-depth look at her life, at an exclusive event in March.

The 48-year-old will be the guest speaker at the first episode of the In Conversation series for 2021 at Venue 114, on March 4.

It’s been billed as an “empowering lunch-style event”, less than a week before International Women’s Day.

A Sydney northern beaches product, Layne won world titles from 1998 to 2003, before winning again in 2006 and retiring in late 2008.

She enjoys spending time on the Sunshine Coast.

“The Sunshine Coast holds a very special place in my heart and it’s one of our favourite holiday destinations to relax and unwind,” she said.

“(My husband) Kirk (Pengilly of rock group INXS) and I look forward to spending at least a week every year up there where we decompress of the fast pace of city living.

Layne’s story is testimony to the power of self-belief.

A traumatic childhood ignited a flame of desperation to prove she was worthy of love. Her affinity for the ocean and competition created the perfect storm to achieve her dream of becoming the best of the best.

Learning how to lose taught her how to win.

She spent 19 years on the world tour, with 29 event victories and seven world titles (six won consecutively, five in a state of fear).

Her career was a rollercoaster of happiness, injury, adventure, depression, failure and ultimately, success.

She said she entertained thoughts of other careers.

“As a kid I wanted to be a stockbroker, fortunately that didn’t work out for me,” Layne said.

“I also wanted to be a professional tennis player, but the ocean always called my name.”

An officer of the Order of Australia, Chair of Surfing Australia, and founder of the Awake Academy, Layne lives a life of honesty, sharing her experiences with humour and humility, standing firm in her values with a clear vision for the future.

Her sights are firmly set on cultivating connection, growth and happiness in humanity.

The lunch will be emceed by Nikki Fogden-Moore, while musician Lucy Gallant will perform live.

Function details

Friday, March 5, 12pm -2.30pm

Venue114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina

CSpecial Early Bird Price $99 per person – available until January 31.

$120 per person from February 1. Includes two-course lunch, beverages and local entertainment. Book Now, venue114.com.au

Venue 114 adheres to all Queensland Government COVID-19 guidelines and operates a COVID Safe environment*

 

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