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Jan Terkelsen

Stars of Byron Bay

Driven by a deep commitment to growth, contribution, and community

Jan Terkelsen has called Byron Bay home for over 23 years, where her passion for community, connection, and wellbeing runs deep. She’s been an active patrol member at the Byron Bay Surf Club for several years and loves swimming the bay — enjoying the ocean and all the friendly creatures in it.

A former personal trainer and long-time member of the Byron Bay Bootcamp community, Jan has always believed in the power of movement, mindset, and nature to build strength and resilience.

Professionally, Jan works in leadership development, helping people become more self-aware, grounded, and effective in how they lead and live. With over 20 years of experience, she’s co-founder of People Leaders, co-host of the People Leaders Podcast, and has worked with organisations across Australia and beyond. Her belief is simple: when leaders take care of themselves and know themselves well, they lead others better.

Jan has also volunteered as a refugee support worker, teaching English and helping people feel safe, included, and confident in a new country. Whether she’s on the beach, in a workshop, or behind a mic — Jan is driven by a deep commitment to growth, contribution, and community.

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$5,629

My Goal

$3,000

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My Updates

The Byron Bay Hula/Mana Aloha Troupe

Its very reassuring dancing with such a talented troupe. There is so much more to Hula so I'm learning. Its a sacred dance that tells stories, preserves history and celebrates nature. In women's Hula, gestures of the hands, hips and feet act as a visual language. AH!!, no wonder its taking a moment to co-ordinate of them. Back to practice. 

Have to remember to bend my knees

One of the most important things in Hula is to bend your knees. That way you can swing your hips. Lucky, I do squats!

Aloha

Had my first dance rehearsal today. Its all in the knees and hips. The surprise for me is how spiritual and meaningful Hula is. And what the word Aloha stands for. 

Thank you to my Sponsors

$1,000

Byron Bay Swim Club

$315

Tully And Abi

Proud of you mum Love Abi and Tully

$263.75

Anonymous

Go Jan, what a great experience. Enjoy every moment

$211

Lenore

Jan, Thanks for putting yourself out there for a great cause. Enjoy your Aloha journey! 🌺

$158.25

Cam Dymock

You’re a fantastic role model for our family we love your style. Keep dancing sister

$106.12

Dan Northey

💃🕺👏🏻💙☀️

$106.12

Megan Ryan

Great cause. I’d love to see the dancing video when you perform 🙌

$106.12

Jen Regan

Go gal!!! Looking forward to your special night!

$106.12

Libby Schultz

So proud of you for taking on this challenge for such a worthy cause . ❤️

$106.12

Surinder Singh

Good work Jan!! xxx

$106.12

Kate & Paul

Hey Jan, you got this, can’t wait to see you light up the stage - great cause, great dancer, great heart

$106.12

Julie Mashford

Have Fun 👏👏

$106.12

Gary Collins

Hi jan wishing you all the best for you charity Love vern & nice

$106.12

Michelle Terkelsen

Go girl

$106.12

Wendy Boyd

Well done Jan!

$106.12

Linda Watson

Great work Jan.

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Anonymous

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Katy Berentsen

You are a bright star Jan.

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Alison Drover

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Danielle Passig

Nic one Jan, Cancer council were so good with my sister x

$100

Madison

So proud of you mum 🙏🏽✨💕 have the best time tomorrow! You're such a star, always thinking of others! Can't wait to see you in action. Lovee youuu xxxxxxx

$85.48

Paula Bannan

$54.12

Jennifer St George

Can’t wait to see the dance!

$54.12

James Cloake

$54.12

Suzanne Hoyne

$54.12

Chris Bridger

Go you good thing, always forging the way thanks for the inspiration ❤️

$54.12

Kerry

You are inspiring always

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Kim Wilson

Break a leg Jan xx

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Michelle Pullen

Looking forward to seeing you shine on Saturday night 🤩

$54.12

Caryll Oshaughnessy

Go Jan So proud of your commitment and participation in such a good cause

$54.12

Kaylene Napolo

Great cause - you go Jan !!

$54.12

Tui Nathan

Oh my goodness, you are amazing 🤩 Can’t wait to see you in action … supporting you all the way 🌺✨

$54.12

Anonymous

$54.12

Linda Whitehurst

Thanks Jan 🤗

$54.12

Karl Farren

$54.12

Glenn And Linda Tepper

Hope the Beachie moves come in handy and you "dance like no one is watching". Great commitment to a great cause.

$54.12

Craig Dougherty

Congrats on reaching your goal Jan

$54.12

Savaad Churcher-wells

$54.12

Chris

Good on you Jan!

$54.12

Lisa Omeara

You’re a star dancer already Jan. Great to see it go to a good cause!

$54.12

Julie Ray

Go girl, thank you for raising money for such a great cause xxx

$54.12

Carole Coffey

I know you will be a fabulous dancer 💃 Jan x well done for your efforts

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Cressida Campbell

Love what you do Jan Xx

$54.12

Bridgette Pinnock

Best of luck Jan, you’re already a star xx

$54.12

Pam Ditton

$54.12

Nathan & Kim Pollock

$50.02

Laurel Terkelsen

Love mum

$50

Shane Petersen

Hi jan , lots of hugs , Shane

$50

Michelle Rochefort

You are going t rock this Jan ⭐️

$50

Jane Kate Mcevoy

Go you good thing!

$38.33

Caitlyn

You are a true Star 🌟. Thank you for stepping up to the challenge, showing your commitment, dancing with vigour and supporting the cause. I can't wait for the big night.

$33.15

Deborah Rose

Have a fabulous night of dancing Jan and well done

$27.81

Lee Purdie

Good on you Jan! Can’t wait to see it. ‘Break a leg!’ Xx

$27.81

Jye + Madi

$27.81

Lilith Rocha

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Chrissy Huntsman

Enjoy the night Jan

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Zenith Virago

$27.81

Charly And Toby

Go girl

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Trisha Feutrill

I admire your adventure. You'll be brilliant turning your healthy body into dance.

$27.81

Bec Gray

You are an absolute shining star 🌟

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Kate Macpherson

Always a shining star love you and your work 🌟 ❤️

$27.81

Marie Lawton

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Graham Herkess

Go Jan you good thing

$27.81

Debbie Tygh

Hope you have a wonderful time