About Me.
Jana is an accomplished biokineticist with extensive experience treating athletes across a wide range of sports, with a particular focus on dancers and pre- and postnatal rehabilitation.
Drawing on 12 years of classical ballet training and a Master’s degree in Sport Science with dance-focused research, she brings a unique depth of movement knowledge to injury prevention, recovery, and performance conditioning.
Her background in diverse sports, combined with her expertise in clinical treatment, Pilates and sports massage therapy, enables her to design holistic, personalised programmes for clients at every level—from elite athletes to those simply seeking to move and feel better.
Passionate about empowering individuals, Jana works both in person and virtually with clients worldwide, helping them restore strength, mobility, and confidence while encouraging them to take an active role in their recovery and fitness journey.
Education
Jana holds a Bachelor's degree in Sport Science (2012) and an Honours degree in Biokinetics (2013) from Stellenbosch University. After several years of professional practice, she returned to academia to complete her Master’s degree in Sport Science (2020), further deepening her clinical and research expertise. Her career has taken her across the globe—working abroad, touring with professional ballet dancers, treating elite athletes across multiple sporting codes, and lecturing at the University of Cape Town. Jana has also presented her research and delivered seminars at both national and international forums, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field of biokinetics through evidence-based practice and knowledge sharing.
Additional courses: Reformer & Mat Pilates, Sports massage, Strapping and taping
Services
Services offered at aDvANCE kinetics. Some services are eligible for home visits.
Biokinetics
Predominantly an exercise-based therapy that also includes scientific education. You will learn how to move more efficiently, changing bad movement habits and creating symmetry in your body. During the initial consultation a full assessment will be done to tailor your programme to you.
Sports massage
A deep tissue massage is perfect to treat a build-up of tight muscles from sport or lifestyle. Keeping your muscles supple with even tone and good blood supply improves their function and speed up recovery.
* home visit option
Dancer assessment
With her personal background in dance and extensive professional experience working with dancers, Jana has a deep understanding of the dance world. She knows what to assess, what is required of a dancer, and how to guide them safely back on stage.
Pilates reformer
Reformer Pilates offers a dynamic, full-body workout using a specialised spring-resistance apparatus to build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance core stability. Jana give classes and individual sessions at a studio in Paarl.
Pilates mat
Private and duo sessions are available. Under Jana’s expert guidance, sessions are tailored to each individual’s needs—whether for rehabilitation, injury prevention, or athletic performance—ensuring safe, effective, and results-driven movement training.
* home visit option
Corporate Pilates
Pilates is a powerful way to reduce stress, improve posture, and boost energy during the workday. Regular sessions help ease back and neck pain from desk work, sharpen focus, and support overall physical and mental well-being. Give your employees the gift of well-being.
Dancer workshop/seminar
Workshops and seminars can be tailored to address the specific needs and questions of your studio. Get in touch with Jana to discuss what topics best suit your studio’s needs.
Virtual Pilates class
Join the online class or a private session from the comfort of your own home. If you are brand new to Pilates, get in touch before the class, we might need to do a private session or two before joining the class.
Virtual Strength class
Join the online class from the comfort of your own home. The strength class is a mix of strength and HIIT (Hight intensity internal training). 40min session packed with punch.
Pricing
Biokinetics
Initial consultation R700
Follow up consultation R600
Sports massage
30 minutes R450
* 45 minutes R530
* 60 minutes R600
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* eligible for home visit in Paarl area
Pilates - Reformer
Initial / Private session R550
Duo session R380 pp
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# dependent on studio availability
Virtual strength class
Price per class R140
(month package: 1x p/w)
Dancer assessment
Initial consultation R700
Follow up consultation R600
Pilates - Mat
* Private sessions R450
* Duo session R330 pp
​Virtual class R140
* eligible for home visit in Paarl area
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Corporate Pilates / Dancer workshop
Contact for a quote specific to your needs.
"Thank you so much for the care that you gave me and the interest that you showed in my health. Of all the health care providers that I saw you helped me the most."
- Dr Caroline
"I hope you keep doing your thing - you were by far the best bio I have ever met." -Liam
I have always had a great experience. From sorting out a long-standing imbalance that kept aggravating my Sciatic nerve to postpartum strength work and rehabilitation. I've always been really impressed with her knowledge, her drive to really understand what the root cause of the issue is and her ability to get me back to full health. She really does care." - Tara