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Jane Leonard

Jane Leonard

How Life Is Like A Game Of Chess - Inspiring Those Who Dare!

Jane has represented England rugby in both 7’s and 15’s, she has also captained London Wasps, the British Army and the United Kingdom Armed Forces women’s rugby teams.

Off the rugby field, Jane served for 10 years in the British Army as a Royal Engineer and a Physical Training Instructor.

After leaving the Army, Jane moved out to the United Arab Emirates where she was a personal trainer to the ruling family of Ras Al Khaimah.
Following this, Jane moved to Saudi Arabia to instruct the Saudi Defense Force Academy, where she was responsible for the training of the first ever iterations of the Saudi Female Security Defense Force.

Jane returned back to the UK in 2020 to prepare for the Great Pacific Race in June 2021, as part of the Girls Who Dare team. They completed the 2400 nautical mile race in 60 days 17 hours and 6 minutes. To raise money for 3 charities “Mates In Mind”, “Harlequins Foundation” and “Inspiring Girls”.

She now holds the title World Record Holder for the fastest Pacific crossing for a team of 3 females.

Returning from the Ocean Jane created “The P.I.E.C.E by Piece Peak Performance Program”, Jane is a keynote speaker sharing the 5 key principles of that program, that can help others to create peak performance in their lives too, regardless of age.

In March 2023 she published her book “What’s Your Numb3r?” were all profits go to the MND Charity.

Jane is available to share her message in schools, colleges, and universities award ceremonies. And to Adult Audiences too. Her ADHD energy, storytelling and humble approach to her achievements warms her to the audience in front of her.

Testimonials from Teachers

"What an inspiration. Speaking from her heart and experience Jane shared her stories with the students to inspire them to push through their boundaries and say yes to opportunities ahead of them."



– Katy Lawson, Assistant Head Teacher, York School

"A personal empowering presentation. Jane came to our sports award celebration, she was a true inspiration to the students, parents and teachers alike.

Her down to earth approach to speaking meant that everyone left believing that they could achieve more - even the Head Teacher started swimming after hearing Jane's achievements!"


– James Allen, Head of Physical Education, Chipping Sodbury School

"When we were looking for a speaker to present at our A'Level Graduation, we didn't have to look far, as Jane had made so much impact with the students the previous year. Her words of wisdom resonated with not only the pupils in the room but also the teachers. I highly recommend Jane as an inspirational speaker, as her positive energy and captivating storytelling will leave you feeling inspired to seize every opportunity that comes your way."



– Charlie Veale, Assistant Head Teacher. Kingston College London

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