18/05/2026
HAVE YOU MET… ERIKA❓
One of the many wonderful Internationals we have at Niche, Erika has been a wonderful part of our community between FIFO schedules. Whilst she is nothing but warm smiles when she walks through the door, her energy quickly shifts to fierce and firey when it’s time for anything barbell. A regular at Weightlifting and 9:15am Erika has come leaps and bounds in the past 9 months and we know there is plenty more to come 🫶
When did you start at Niche?
I first joined Niche back in August 2019, but the timing wasn’t quite right, so I only stayed for a few months. I rejoined in August 2025.
What were you doing before CrossFit?
Dance, yoga, pilates, capoeira, swimming, surfing, SUP, a bit of running, plus other gyms, group fitness, and personal training.
Why did you choose Niche?
I was looking for both community and high-intensity training around Freo. I still remember Stacey teaching me box jumps back in 2019 and how scared I was. So I went back to Niche and today I can do it. This time around, I stayed because of the welcoming, fun, and supportive people I got to meet there. They all help me stay focused, disciplined, and committed to my goals. And a bonus for Ari’s cuddles.
Favourite movement/workout or CrossFit moment?
Weightlifting. Saturday team training and coffee afterwards is a good time too. My favourite CrossFit moment so far was the Day for Dorothy in January 2026, when I brought my family into the gym.
One random non CrossFit thing about you!
I reply to messages mentally and spiritually.