Glenn Dickson

At just 25 years old, Glenn Dickson experienced a life-altering event when he was attacked by a shark during a fishing trip with friends. Within moments, he found himself bleeding profusely and on the brink of death. However, despite the chaos, Glenn’s indomitable spirit emerged as he humorously yelled, “I Will Survive”, while being airlifted to a hospital in Cairns. Although he ultimately lost his upper right leg, this experience marked the beginning of a profound journey of recovery.

The road to rehabilitation was long and challenging, but Glenn’s sheer determination and unparalleled optimism propelled him forward. He faced the depths of his inner strength, navigating not only the physical aspects of his recovery, like relearning how to walk, but also the emotional complexities that arose. His journey led him to develop a deep understanding of resilience and mental fortitude, skills he now shares as a teacher, mentor, and mindset coach.

Shortly after his recovery, Glenn and his wife opened a family business that allowed him to pursue his dream of becoming a gym trainer. Passionate about fitness, he is committed to motivating others to achieve their goals, drawing from his own life experiences as a powerful source of inspiration.

Currently, Glenn can be seen as a qualified Personal Trainer specialising in Muay Thai, with a focus on teaching the basic skills and conceptual understandings for self-defence and situational awareness. Additionally, he now owns a Survivor Fitness Gym in Mission Beach QLD, where he has successfully trained countless students, including his own children. Through his work, Glenn aims to bestow courage, confidence, and a resilient mindset, believing that amongst the common day use of technology and disengagement caused by it, the need for realistic perceptions is of upmost importance.

In his compelling talks, Glenn combines vulnerability with his unique sense of humour, offering audiences an engaging and thought-provoking look into his life-changing fishing trip. He emphasises the importance of mateship, bravery, and essential first-aid skills in saving lives. Glenn Dickson’s story is not just one of survival; it is a resounding message about thriving in the face of adversity, inspiring others to tap into their own mental strength and determination to overcome life's challenges.