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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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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

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Tully And Abi

Proud of you mum Love Abi and Tully

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Anonymous

Go Jan, what a great experience. Enjoy every moment

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Lenore

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

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Cam Dymock

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

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Dan Northey

💃🕺👏🏻💙☀️

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Michelle Terkelsen

Go girl

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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

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Jennifer St George

Can’t wait to see the dance!

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James Cloake

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Suzanne Hoyne

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Chris Bridger

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

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Kerry

You are inspiring always

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Kim Wilson

Break a leg Jan xx

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Caryll Oshaughnessy

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

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Kaylene Napolo

Great cause - you go Jan !!

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Bridgette Pinnock

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

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Nathan & Kim Pollock

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Jane Kate Mcevoy

Go you good thing!

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Lee Purdie

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

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Jye + Madi

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Lilith Rocha

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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.

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Bec Gray

You are an absolute shining star 🌟

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Kate Macpherson

Always a shining star love you and your work 🌟 ❤️

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Debbie Tygh

Hope you have a wonderful time