Yacqueline Arosemena

athlete

Yacqueline Arosemena is a talented Panamanian martial artist who has made significant strides in her career, culminating in her qualification for the 2025 World Games in jiu jitsu, set to take place in Chengdu, China. With a career spanning 24 years, Arosemena has demonstrated remarkable dedication and skill, achieving notable results in various international competitions. Her journey to qualification involved accumulating points over four years through regional games and the Pan American Championships. Arosemena attributes her success to the unwavering support of her family, including her husband and daughters, and engages in rigorous training to master the complexities of fighting, which combines elements of karate, judo, and Ne-waza. She expressed immense joy and relief upon receiving the news of her qualification, viewing it as the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance.