my story

Catracha Fitness was founded in 2023 by a dynamic and passionate fitness instructor with a deep-rooted love for movement, community, and underground Latin electronic music. Growing up in Raleigh, North Carolina, as a child of Honduran immigrant parents, I spent my formative years exploring the outdoors, jogging through the neighborhood, and playing with my siblings and cousins. Those moments instilled in me a deep appreciation for nature, movement, and community.

In my middle school and high school years, I fell in love with cheerleading, captivated by the thrill of high-energy routines set to rapid BPM electronic music tracks, HIIT exercises, and the shared spirit of teamwork. My passion for cheerleading inspired me to train my younger sister, and although I didn’t make the high school cheerleading squad, my sister did! We later became part of a competitive cheerleading squad, solidifying my love for movement and the joy of helping others achieve their fitness goals.

My journey took a transformative turn during my undergraduate years when I discovered the world of electronic dance music. The safe, welcoming space of EDM events, coupled with the melodic and uplifting sounds, became a life-changing outlet for me. Movement and fitness became my first avenue for healing from the intergenerational trauma many immigrants experience, while dancing freely in community spaces with unity, love, and respect provided another layer of healing.

Over the past decade, I have delved deeply into the roots and history of electronic music, particularly the black artists from Detroit and Chicago who pioneered techno and house music. My passion for uplifting BIPOC, queer, and female electronic artists is reflected in my curated fitness playlists and commitment to attending EDM experiences that center these artists.

CATRACHA FITNESS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

Catracha Fitness is a celebration of my passions for HIIT exercises, functional training, electronic music, and community movement. The signature Latin Fusion Fitness Experiences bring together effective, results-based workouts with the vibrant rhythm and beats of Latin Electronic Dance Music. This unique fusion is not just a workout; it is a transformative fitness experience rooted in the rave culture, Latin culture, and community empowerment.

Through Catracha Fitness, my ultimate goal is to build stronger, more connected communities, leveraging the power of movement and music. Join me on this journey to infinite movement and self-discovery with Catracha Fitness! Together, let's embrace the rhythm, ignite our spirits, and dance our way to a healthier, more vibrant life!