Rebecca and Christaan Jansen are siblings and are very active as triathletes. Their discipline and dedication can be seen at their continuous success in everything they set their mind to. From being extraordinary students to outstanding athletes, not only successful in Aruba but also internationally, Rebecca and Christiaan are true examples of extraordinary youngsters of Aruba.
Rebecca is 16 years old and goes to Colegio Arubano Highschool. Rebecca holds the title of Champion for the Caribbean region in Cycling. She is also National champion in Triatlon, Aquathon, Duathlon, 3km run and also Cycling circuit run 2021. Rebecca has been an athlete since 2016. Rebecca also won several Gold and Silver medals in the US and the Netherlands in Triathlon.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to become a Marine Biologist.
What I like most about myself?
I love my athletic figure.
What I do when I feel sad?
I love to eat candy when I feel sad.
Who is your best friend and why?
I have many good friends, we go out together and have lots of fun.
What is your message to the children of Aruba?
My message for the children of Aruba is to always keep it up with school and practice a sport that you like.
Rebecca would like to motivate more girls to practice sports.
Christiaan is 14 years old and goes to Mon Plaisir College (HAVO). He is National Champion of Triathlon, Off-Road Triathlon, Duathlon, 1.5 km Run and also cycling circuit run 2021. Christiaan was also names Athlete of year in 2017. He has won several gold and silver medals in The Netherlands and also a Bronze medal at CARIFTA doing Triathlon.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to become a Boat Captain.
What I like most about myself?
I love the talent that I have for my sports.
What I do when I feel sad?
When I am sad I prefer to sleep.
Who is your best friend and why?
I have many good friends at school and in different sports. We go out together and have lots of fun.
What is your message to the children of Aruba?
My message to all the children of Aruba is to work hard towards your dreams to make them come through.
