19 JULI 2026
ROTTERDAM
THEATER ZUIDPLEIN
8 HOURS DANCING
INTERNATIONAL
instructors
PURE ENERGY
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FULL EVENT PROGRAM
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13:00 – 13:30
CHECK-IN
Doors open at 13:00.
Registration, networking, photos and a warm welcome before the marathon officially begins.
13:30 – 14:25
FAYA-FIT (VAETTA)
Soca Fitness Workout Experience featuring:
- Soca Dance Workout
- Step Workout
- Soca Fitness Training
- Cardio & Conditioning
- Caribbean Energy
14:25 – 14:40
DJ BREAK
Hosted by DJ Kim V.
- Hydration
- Photos
- Content Creation
- Networking
14:40 – 15:50
SOPHIA MACKAY
International Soca Dance Session.
- Welcome & Meet & Greet
- Warm-Up
- Waistline & Isolation Drills
- Choreography
- Social Media Content Filming
- Cool Down
15:50 – 16:35
CHILL & FOOD BREAK
- Food & Drinks
- Networking
- Content Creation
- Merchandise
- Music by DJ Kim V
16:35 – 18:05
⭐ MAIN EVENT — LUNA
Soca Wine Workout Experience
- Soca Dance
- Wine Techniques
- Caribbean Fitness Energy
- Authentic Trinidad Vibes
- Confidence Building
- Performance & Movement
18:05 – 19:05
SOCA AFTER VIBES & MEET & GREET
Meet Luna, Sophia Mackay and Faya-Fit.
- Photos
- Meet the instructors
- Create content
- Networking
- Dance Together
19:05 – 19:30
EVENT CLOSING
Final photos, networking and a relaxed closing of the first Soca Fit Marathon Netherlands.
19:30
THANK YOU!
Thank You For Bringing The Soca Energy!
One Rhythm. One Community. One Movement.
WHAT IS SOCA FIT MARATHON?
Soca Fit Marathon is an international dance and fitness experience dedicated to celebrating and growing Soca culture through movement, education and community.
On Sunday July 19, 2026, dancers, fitness enthsusiasts and Caribbean culture lovers will come together in Rotterdam for a full day of high-energy workshops led by some of the most exciting international Soca instructors.
Whether you’re stepping into your first Soca class or you’re an experienced dancer preparing for Summer Carnival, this event is designed to inspire, challenge and connect you.
EXPECT:
THIS IS A MOVEMENT!
WHY THE WEEK BEFORE
SUMMER CARNIVAL?
Rotterdam Summer Carnival is one of the biggest celebrations of Caribbean culture in Europe. Soca Fit Marathon takes place exactly one week before Carnival, making it the perfect opportunity to prepare yourself physically, mentally and culturally for one of the most vibrant weekends of the year.
And step into Carnival ready to move
FEATURED INSTRUCTORS
Meet the international instructors who will guide you through an unforgettable day of movement, technique, confidence and Caribbean culture.
SOPHIA mackey
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
FAYA FIT
Founder and Instructor
luna fete
Trinidad & Tobago 🇹🇹
MEET & GREET
Meet the international instructors who will guide you through an unforgettable day of movement, technique, confidence and Caribbean culture.
two INTERNATIONAL INSTRUCTORS 1 local instructor
Learn from internationally recognized instructors who have worked with major artists, built successful dance brands and helped grow Soca culture around the world.
LIVE DJ
Feel the energy all day long with live music curated by our official event DJ.
COMMUNITY
Connect with dancers, fitness enthusiasts and Caribbean culture lovers from different backgrounds.
CONTENT CREATION
Capture your journey and create unforgettable memories throughout the day.
DJ Kim V
DJ KIM V
Kim V is a DJ who brings the sound of the Caribbean to you. In her sets, she likes to play a mix of music she grew up with and recent tracks. With this, she enjoys putting people in a feel-good mood.
Kim V has already performed at various festivals such as Reggae Lake, Open Air, and carnivals like St. Vincent, Rotterdam, and Nottinghill Carnival, as well as weekenders like Socawkndr, Soca Mazza, and Dancehall Episode.
PARTNERS
Supported by organizations and partners who believe in growing Caribbean culture and creating opportunities for community connection.
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