Jan received her yoga instructor certification from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago, and is a Yoga Alliance registered teacher.

Making yoga practice adaptable to every level of fitness, ability, and age is what most inspires Jan's teaching. Emphasis is placed on correct alignment, coordinating breath with movement, self-awareness, and encouraging self-expression in your practice.

"The beauty of yoga is that anyone can practice the poses in some fashion regardless of age or ability. As you discover how to appropriately bring a pose uniquely into your body, you will experience peace, acceptance of yourself, and an overall sense of well-being."

Jan is particularly interested in yoga as a therapeutic practice and continues her training with Doug Keller: Yoga as Therapy, and is a member of The International Association of Yoga Therapists.

Jan studies under Judith Hanson Lasater, and is a Relax & Renew Restorative Yoga® certified teacher. She has received a teaching certificate in iRest Yoga Nidra with Richard C. Miller, and will continue in 2011 to train as a Level I iRest Instructor. Jan also continues her studies under Erich Schiffmann.

Jan is a Reiki Level 1 therapist, having received training and initiation in the traditional form of Reiki (Usui Reiki Ryoho) by Reiki Master Robert N. Fueston. Private sessions are available by appointment.

When not giving yoga classes for Bliss Wellness Center and Mind Body Studio, Jan works as a legal secretary in a law firm. She makes her home with her husband, Jim, and their cats, Hot Shot and Jagermeister, in Lexington, KY.