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Ernst van Dyk

Fast facts with Ernst

  • Lives in Paarl, works in Stellenbosch, dreams about Asia
  • Loves his wife Suzanne, daughter Lexi, his two dogs – Siberian Husky Luca and Golden Retriever Izzi, his Koi fish and Asian food
  • Hates mosquitoes
  • Would rather be on a Koi-hunting trip in Japan with a million to blow
  • Prefers chocolate to vanilla; Ferrari to Porsche
  • Eats out at Tank in Cape Town – for the best sushi
  • Relaxes with family and friends
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Motivational speaking

When life throws you lemons, make lemonade: a philosophy in which this golden boy has revelled. Despite being handed lemons in the form of severe physical set-backs, Ernst van Dyk has defied all odds to excel as a world-class athlete, businessman, husband, father and role model.

Ernst is passionate about sharing his story, encouraging and motivating others to make the best out of their lives. He therefore accepts offers to present motivational talks to selected audiences about ten times a year.

If you would like to invite Ernst to deliver a motivational talk, contact Francois Brink from One World of Sport on +27 83 3751 454 or e-mail francois@oneworldofsport.com. Due to Ernst’s popularity, as well as his busy sporting schedule, please be advised that bookings cannot be guaranteed.

Testimonials

As a veteran of many of these occasions, and knowing how difficult an audience of students can be, I have seldom experienced a guest speaker so warmly embraced and acknowledged by a standing ovation.
John Donald, Head: Sports Administration, University of Cape Town

The guests were inspired at the end of his talk!
Andrea Shea, SABMiller

Ernst is an inspirational person and speaker. The students loved his easy manner!
Dr Melleta Louw, Student Counsellor, Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Ernst was well prepared. He knew exactly how to address the audience and shared many of his life philosophies with us.
Danie Pretorius, Shofar Christian Church, Stellenbosch

He excited the audience - his presentation was in a word EXCELLENT!
Gina Mantel-Böhr, Durbanville High School

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