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RESILIENCE EXPERT, AUTHOR, SPEAKER
& MND ADVOCATE

A Journey of Resilience, Inspiration and Awesomeness!

Award-winning personal trainer, group exercise instructor, speaker, and coach Leanne Sklavenitis was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2017 and given a prognosis of 2 to 5 years. Despite the challenges, MND has not dampened Leanne’s determination to live life passionately.

Her story continues to inspire others as she provides practical strategies for building resilience and offers a fresh perspective on facing life’s challenges.

Hear how Leanne came to terms with being diagnosed with a terminal illness and continues her mission to Be Awesome Every Day!

Memoir Out Now!

AUSactive Lifetime Award & Roll of Honour

The AUSactive National Awards Program has a long-standing and proud history that recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievement of the Australian Active Health and Exercise industry. The awards reinforce AUSactive’s vision to activate the nation Every body. Every way. Every day.

“It was also a privilege to induct Leanne Sklavenitis, Nigel Benton, Katrina Edwards and Harry Konstantinou onto the AUSactive Roll of Honour and present the Chair’s Award to Geoff Lord from Belgravia Group. 
Your dedication to the Australian active health and fitness industry is phenomenal and this was evidenced by the standing ovation both Geoff and Leanne received when accepting their awards. We thank you all for the ongoing passion and commitment!”
Barrie Elvish, CEO, AUSactive

2024 WNA Impact Award WINNER

I am so proud to be recognised for my commitment to raising the level of awareness, acceptance and visibility of those living with MND. Finding my purpose has fuelled my fire to continue living an awesome life despite my challenges, and to motivate others to do the same.

The WNA Impact Awards acknowledge the contribution of extraordinary women making a positive impact in alignment with the WNA Mission.

  • Provide strong network of contacts and a sharing culture
  • Provide access to professional and personal development information in a unique and supportive business environment
  • Inspire and encourage women to develop professional strategies and skills for success in business
  • Provide a platform for like-minded individuals to share information, ideas and knowledge and bring about positive change for women and girls
  • Provide a forum for the recognition of women’s achievements and create role models for young women to aspire to
  • Lift the level of awareness, acceptance and visibility of women and the talents and resources they contribute to the community and the economy.

Recipient 2024 Blue Cornflower Day Award

Presented to Leanne in recognition of her efforts to increase awareness about Motor Neurone Disease and for being awesome every day and inspiring others to do the same.

What They’re Saying

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Leanne's unbreakable spirit and positive outlook leads her to live life to the fullest. Her story reminds us to approach life's hurdles with grace and enthusiasm.

Suzanne Aridi CASenior Accountant, SEIVA
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What a day it was Leanne! Everyone left the room with a smile and motivated by your infectious energy. Such a privilege, thank you!

Matteo PitteriResearcher Phd Candidate · The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health
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I was so impressed by Leanne Sklavenitis. Her positive attitude and her mantra of living your best life and showing up for yourself — let’s so easy to make excuses. Leanne said adversity builds resilience. It’s such a positive way of viewing life when we are hit with challenges. Thank you for introducing Leanne. I am definitely a fan.

Susan BAqualink
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Leanne is an amazing MND Ambassador that not only helps people understand what living with MND is like, but also educates people on how to live life to the fullest!

MND&ME Foundation
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Thanks for giving us the opportunity to meet Leanne. Her presentation was powerful and thought provoking.
What stood out most was not just her commitment to movement and fitness despite the challenges she faces, but the way she continues to approach life with such determination, perspective and strength each day. Her honesty, resilience and ability to still find purpose and positivity was incredibly encouraging. It was a valuable reminder for me not to ‘sweat the small stuff’ and to make the most of what I already have.

Tina PAqualink
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Despite the challenges she faces, Leanne's radiant smile never falters. Her motto, "Be Awesome Every day," resonates deeply and reflects her incredible attitude towards life.

Suzanne Arid CASenior Accountant, SEIVA
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Thank you for the wonderful meeting with Leanne and her team.
I felt so inspired and moved by Leanne’s courage and grace. Her husband and her support team deserve a big shout out for their dedication and care.
Leanne demonstrates for me the importance of every second, hour, and day of our lives.

Angela MAqualink
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Leanne is simply an incredible human being who has chosen to be even more incredible to share her life stories as it was, is and will be. It was very timely for me as I head into major surgery twice this year — and brought tears to my eyes a lot. I can only hope to be as strong mentally as Leanne — and her challenges are way more than mine! Thank you for bringing her into our lives!

Diana BDAqualink

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