Raquel, originally from Puerto Rico, has woven her diverse passions and late-blooming athletic achievements into a unique tapestry of life and teaching. Transitioning from marine biology to a globe-trotting yoga and movement instructor with the YogaSlackers, Raquel discovered her calling after a transformative yoga journey in India. Her teaching, influenced by her own experiences of learning to handstand, slackline, run, and even acrobat as an adult, embodies the principle that learning and personal growth are limitless. Raquel’s story is a vivid illustration that is never too late to embrace new challenges and excel.
Today, Raquel is celebrated nationally and internationally for her ability to guide students to overcoming self-imposed limitations. Her classes are characterized by meticulous instruction, compassionate communication, and a nurturing energy that inspires achievement and inner peace. By sharing her path of mastering disciplines later in life, Raquel imparts a powerful lesson on the art of learning itself. Her journey underscores that personal transformation and skill acquisition know no age barriers.
Raquel’s profound connection to water—manifested in her love for SUP acro, waterlining, handstanding on SUPs, and kite surfing—mirrors her approach to teaching: fluid, adaptable, and exploratory. This connection, alongside her triumphant triathlon journey, from back-of-the-pack finishes to race wins, highlights her dedication to pushing boundaries, whether on land, sea, or air and is the main reason she is known to be Powered by Yoga. Raquel’s narrative is not just about the physical feats of yoga and balance but a broader, inspiring message of perpetual growth, resilience, and the joy of discovery at any stage of life.
Supported in Part by
- She / Her / Ella
- Español & English
- Puerto Rico
- Full Time Nomad
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- (787) 704-9613
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Education
General Education
MS Marine Biology
2006 NSU Oceanographic Center, Dania Beach, FL
BS Coastal Marine Biology
2003 University of Puerto Rico in Humacao, Puerto Rico
Yoga & Movement Arts
YogaEd K-8 and Tools for Teacher's
2007 YogaEd, Soaring Eagle Yoga, Miami, Florida
Inclusion, Communication & Consent
Healing Arts
Reiki Master & Magnified Healing
2009 San Juan, PR
Safety & First Aid
2016
Wilderness First Responder (Exp 2019)
2003
YMCA Lifeguard
1997
Emergency First Response – CPR/AED/First Aid (Exp 2011)
DAN Oxygen & First Aid for Scuba Diving Injuries (Exp 2009)
Other Certifications
2003
AAUS Scientific Diver
2002
Basic Boating Safety Course, Natural Resource Department, PR
2000
PDIC Dive Supervisor
1997
SSI Search and Rescue Diver
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
PADI Open Water Diver
Future Events
12 Days of Handstands – Online Training Program
YogaSlackers at the 2024 Berkshire Yoga Festival
Northwest Acro Camp-Out
YogaSlackers Teacher Training
2024 Thailand Retreat
Waterline Adventure Retreat in Thailand
Cuba: Climbing Adventure with Earth Play Retreats
April 12, 2024
12 Days of Handstands – Online Training Program
Join us each and every month for 12 days of handstand training. ...
June 16, 2024
YogaSlackers at the 2024 Berkshire Yoga Festival
The inaugural Berkshire Yoga Festival is a 4-day event featuring over 100 offerings including yoga, meditation, music, hiking, art installations, YES talks, social gatherings, a vendor village and more. World-renowned teachers, artists, and scholars lead classes at the breathtaking campus on Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort. ...
August 4, 2024
Northwest Acro Camp-Out
Connect, Play and Recharge! Acrobatics, Therapeutics, Swimming, Amazing food & more ...
December 18, 2024
YogaSlackers Teacher Training
Mark your calendar and start training for next year's teacher training. The 2024 training will have a strong focus on slackline yoga, acroyoga, and slackro. This is your opportunity to learn to deepen your practice, learn new teaching techniques, and join a supportive community of like-minded individuals. This training is perfect for those looking to expand their knowledge and take the next step in their teaching journey. ...
December 8, 2024
2024 Thailand Retreat
The Thailand ‘retreat’ is an intensive and immersive event that covers yoga, slackline yoga, acroyoga, handstands and conditioning. A week of focusing on learning the foundations of all these practice in an effort to deepen your understanding and take your practice to the next level. You will receive expert guidance from experienced instructors, benefit from progressive training and one-on-one coaching in a beautiful location. Includes double occupancy accommodation, a snack and three meals per day. ...
December 27, 2024
Waterline Adventure Retreat in Thailand
Pack your swimsuit, the YogaSlackers Slackline Adventure is back! Now better than ever. Less time boating from place to place. More time on the slacklines! ...
February 8, 2025
Cuba: Climbing Adventure with Earth Play Retreats
Join in Cuba for an amazing climbing retreat. This event will include sightseeing, yoga, acro, slacklining, handstands and much more. ...
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Experience
YogaSlackers Teacher Training
Present - 2014: Lead Teacher
2019 - 2013: O'ahu, West Virginia, Vermont, Colorado, Tahoe, Mnt Tremblant
2017: Sunshine Coast (AU) & Lake Taupo (NZ)
2016: Lake Taupo (NZ) & Thredbo (AU)
Breckenridge Yoga Festival
2019: Slackline Yoga, AcroYoga, Slackro and Handstands
Bangkok Acro Convention
2019 - 2016: AcroYoga & Slackro
Israeli Acro Convention
2019: Slackro
AcroLove Festival
2019 - 2018: AcroYoga & Slackro
Red Rocks Rendezvous
2018 - 2013: Slackline Yoga & AcroYoga
Divine Play
2018 - 2013: Slackro and Handstands
Dutch Acro Convention
2017 & 2016: Slackline Yoga, AcroYoga & Slackro
Mammoth Yoga Festival
2018 & 2017: Slackline Yoga, AcroYoga, Slackro and Handstands
Yoga Journal Live!
2015 - 2013: Slackline Yoga, Slackro and Conditioning
Nantucket Yoga Festival
2016 & 2015: Slackline Yoga, AcroYoga & Slackro