“Define your vision, point your arrow, and go” states Jane about building Nectar Yoga. “And believe in something bigger than yourself.”
Nectar Yoga has gone through a number of evolutions to become the thriving company we are today! We survived COVID and have refined ourselves over and again – staying nimble and responsive. After 10 incredible years, we released our brick-and-mortar studio(s) and moved to a new business model focusing on serving our ONLINE community(s) with Virtual Nectar Yoga and taking our LIVE class experiences uniquely on-location with Nectar Yoga On Wheels.
Our “Why?”: Having taught around the globe, Bahneman developed an eye for what a yoga experience might be like if it tended carefully to participants’ needs and created a fun, welcoming environment for all. Participants need not worry if they are new or feeling uncertain; seasoned practitioners and beginners are valued equally. Clients are greeted by name, and the traditions of this ancient practice are taught by experienced teachers who maintain a relaxed feel.
This is where building true connection is our deepest core value. The difference cannot be explained, it must be felt – we invite you to experience it for yourself!
In a noisy world, we stay simple.
And more than just delivering yoga classes, we create community both in-person and online.The benefits of yoga are well-known. So why aren’t people taking advantage of something that requires only bare feet and a mat? Maybe because “yoga” can feel exclusive, even daunting. In response, Nectar Yoga embodies practicality, friendliness, and a down-to-Earth spirit.
Jane’s Background
Jane’s formal education includes an MS from Illinois State University and a BS from Canisius University in her hometown of Buffalo, NY.
Jane is a Subject Matter Expert, and has served on the Industry Advisory Panel, for the American Council On Exercise and sits on the Advisory Council for the Fitness Business Association. She has served in roles in the fitness and wellness industry to include leadership positions at Georgetown University, the University of Virginia, and CENTERS LLC and continues to consult across the industry. Jane has developed yoga and mindfulness programs for first responders, military, special operations and tactical units, professional athletes, college athletes, high school athletes and private companies.
Her industry certifications include:
- Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500
- Yoga Alliance R-PYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher)
- Trained Doula (labor and birth assistant)
- Certified Relax and Renew Restorative Yoga Instructor
- American College of Sports Medicine, Certified Exercise Physiologist
- American Council On Exercise, Certified Health Coach
- American Council On Exercise, Certified Group Fitness Instructor
- American Council On Exercise, Fitness Nutrition Specialist
- National Academy of Sports Medicine, Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist
- Jane has 20 plus years of yoga education including vinyasa yoga, hatha yoga, Ashtanga yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga, prenatal and postnatal yoga, trauma-informed yoga, and more. She has taught as teacher training faculty around the world, and leads her own hybrid (in-person and online) Yoga Teacher Training.
Finding Jane
Nectar Yoga is a sole, woman-owned business. Jane continues to work with private and corporate clients, directs company operations, and steers Nectar Yoga’s course into the future.
To get to know Jane Bahneman, please visit www.janebahneman.com.