Catalina Retamal
Catalina Retamal’s planned Brazil journey drew on Ronin Chillán’s support.
Biography
Former rock climber Catalina Retamal said jiu-jitsu’s repeated frustrations helped her navigate everyday life. In September 2026, La Discusión reported that Santiago qualifying golds had secured her place at the CBJJD/ISBJJA novice Worlds, scheduled for 25–27 September in Cabo Frío.
Ronin Chillán’s community, led by Fernando Quijada, raised travel and lodging funds through special classes and food sales. Her planned three weeks in Brazil also included training at Ángela Correa’s academy.
Sources for this profile
La Discusión, 9 September 2026.(opens in a new tab)
In September 2026, La Discusión described Retamal, previously a rock climber, preparing with Ronin Chillán for the 25–27 September CBJJD/ISBJJA novice Worlds in Cabo Frío after Santiago qualifying golds. She said confronting frustration through jiu-jitsu helped her daily life. Ronin’s community, led by Fernando Quijada, raised travel and lodging funds through special classes and food sales for a three-week Brazil trip; training at Ángela Correa’s academy was also planned.
Where in the source: Page 14, complete Retamal article.
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