Introduction
Chelsea Fender Martinez wears more hats than most people can imagine—tax advisor, luxury event staff, performer, ninja athlete, acro enthusiast, rock climber, and food blogger. Her journey into movement and performance didn’t begin in childhood sports but much later in life, transforming from someone who felt inactive to someone brimming with athletic ability and creativity.
In this interview, Chelsea shares how she found her passions, what drives her, and the many roles that shape her day-to-day life.
Quick Facts
Name: Chelsea Fender Martinez
Location: Orlando, Florida
Primary Gym: Obstacle Ninja Academy
Years in Ninja: 3
Years Rock Climbing: 3
Years Doing Acro: 3.5
Food Blog: Chelseatz
Chelsea Fender Martinez Interview
Career & Work Life
Q: What do you do for a living?
A: I have many jobs! I work full-time remotely in tax advising, I work events at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando, I’m a performer, and I also work at Obstacle Ninja Academy.
Q: How did you get into that?
A: I’ve been doing the remote job and Four Seasons events for a few years, but I started performing and doing ninja about three years ago. My husband began working at the ninja gym, and I became obsessed.
Ninja Warrior Journey
Q: How long have you been doing ninja warrior?
A: I’ve been doing ninja on and off for about three years now.
Q: How did you get into ninja warrior?
A: I grew up watching the show but never thought I’d be capable of doing it. I took a few classes and fell in love.
Q: What gym do you train at?
A: I train at Obstacle Ninja Academy but love traveling to any out-of-town gyms when I can.
Rock Climbing & Acro
Q: How long have you been rock climbing for? And how did you start?
A: About three years now. A friend suggested I try it, and I immediately fell in love with climbing.
Q: How long have you been doing acro?
A: Around 3.5 years.
Q: How did you get into acro?
A: My first acro class was at a festival. I thought it was regular yoga, but it turned out to be partner acrobatics. I went solo, but it was so fun learning new tricks. I’ve been building acro and acrobatics skills ever since with the intention of performing one day.
Accomplishments
Q: What are some of your accomplishments and achievements in ninja and acro?
A:
- Competed in multiple local ninja competitions
- Competed at the World Ninja League World Championship
- Taught many people that you don’t need a sports background to start ninja or acro
- Helped others learn acro and ninja from scratch and gain confidence
Food Blogging
Q: What is your food blog called?
A: My food blog is called Chelseatz.
Q: How did you start your food blog?
A: I started it for fun in 2019. After a year or two, a restaurant reached out for a collaboration, and I didn’t even know that was a thing. After that, more restaurants contacted me, and now I plan to expand outside Orlando and promote local activities as well.
Fun Questions
Q: If you were a ninja obstacle, which one would you be? And why?
A: I’d be Devil Steps. I love the climbing aspect, and it was one of the first obstacles I learned.
Q: If you were a food, what food would you be? And why?
A: A taco—there are so many variations, but all are great!
Q: What is your favorite part of being a performer?
A: Creating the magic of an event. I love taking photos with guests and seeing the excitement from attendees.
Q: Where has been your favorite place to perform so far? And where would you like to perform one day? And why?
A: I loved performing for EDC Orlando. I’ve attended the festival for 10 years, so being part of the behind-the-scenes magic was incredible. I’ve only done character work so far, but I dream of being one of the dancers on stage.
Q: If you could eat with any celebrity dead or alive, who would it be? And what would you eat?
A: Lady Gaga. I grew up watching her perform and love her self-expression. I’d take her out for sushi.
Q: What is a fact about you that people would be surprised to find out?
A: I wasn’t always active. I didn’t grow up playing sports and was overweight. During COVID, I committed to diet and workouts, which kickstarted my fitness journey. I went from couch potato to a woman of many talents—but most people assume I grew up already active.
Social Media
Q: What social media handles can people follow you and your food blog on?
Instagram:
- Fitness: @chelsmar_
- Food: @chelseatz_
TikTok:
- Main: @chelsea.renee
- Food: @chelseatsorl
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