Jana Böhm grew up in Pilsen, Czech Republic. Trained as a hotel management professional, she took the leap into self-employment early on, managing several restaurants in Munich.Twenty years ago, she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, which she initially ignored. A decade later, in her early forties, her health had deteriorated significantly. Diagnosed with fibromyalgia and suffering from multiple herniated discs, she experienced burnout. Instead of accepting conventional medical recommendations, Jana took control of her health. She turned to Feldenkrais, Qi Gong, and Yoga, seeking alternative treatments.

These transformative experiences led her to train as a yoga teacher and Ayurveda nutrition consultant. Today, she shares her knowledge and passion through her courses and retreats, inspiring others to lead a healthy and balanced life.

Manfred discovered his passion for Africa during a trip in 1996, and he immediately fell in love with the continent. Six years later, he took a bold step toward a new life in Cape Town.

Before turning his passion for travel into a profession, he worked as a football coach for the Kaizer Chiefs Football Club in Johannesburg—but that’s another story. For over two decades, he has organized exclusive tours across South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana, offering unique insights into the region’s landscapes and cultures. His deep knowledge and love for the area make every journey an unforgettable experience.

Through his life partner, Jana, Manfred discovered the transformative power of yoga, Qigong, and healthy nutrition, which have given him renewed energy for his many activities. He is also a dedicated supporter of Project Help in South Africa.

Jingyue’s family has been deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for eight generations. Her great-grandfather served as an imperial physician during the Qing Dynasty, while her grandfather, Professor Zhuge Lianxiang, was a highly respected TCM doctor in Yunnan and a co-founder of the Yunnan University for TCM.

She completed her studies in Integrative Medicine at Yunnan University and worked for six years as a physician at the Changyuan Clinic in Kunming before emigrating to Germany in 2010.

There, she dedicates herself to the practice of TCM, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. Jingyue has developed a specialized treatment approach tailored to the modern lifestyle and constitution of European patients, actively contributing to the spread of classical TCM in Germany.

Michael studied human medicine at the Hannover Medical School and in South Africa. He completed his specialist training in orthopedics and trauma surgery both in Germany and abroad, further enhancing his expertise with additional qualifications in acupuncture, emergency medicine, chiropractic therapy, sports medicine, and pain management.

As one of the first prevention specialists in Germany, he co-founded the ZPL (Center for Preventive Medicine) in Lingen. Since 1992, he has been running his own practice and day clinic, specializing in prevention, pain therapy, and the treatment of orthopedic conditions.

An avid athlete, Michael has completed numerous marathons and triathlons. His approach combines evidence-based medicine with decades of hands-on experience. He is also a co-founder of Project Help in South Africa.