ABOUT
VALDES PERFORMANCE
Strength for Every Season of Life
Valdes Performance is a strength-first wellness studio dedicated to helping people build strength, confidence, and health for life.
Through science-backed coaching, intentional programming, and a supportive community, we help our members feel stronger physically, mentally, and emotionally—so they can show up more fully in every area of life.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
We believe strength should support life—not consume it.
Exercise shouldn't leave you feeling defeated, overwhelmed, or burned out. It should leave you feeling stronger, more energized, more confident, and more capable.
At Valdes Performance, we believe movement has the power to improve far more than physical health. It can improve confidence, energy, mental clarity, independence, resilience, and overall quality of life.
We lift the heavy things, so life feels lighter.
MEET CRISTINA
Founder. Coach. Mentor
Cristina Valdes is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), former collegiate strength coach, former professional sports performance coach, and founder of Valdes Performance.
After competing as a Division 1 pole vaulter at the University of Florida and earning a degree in Applied Physiology & Kinesiology, Cristina dedicated her career to helping people build strength, confidence, and resilience through evidence-based coaching.
What began as a small personal training business has grown into a thriving community built on trust, relationships, and results. Today, Valdes Performance continues to evolve with one goal in mind: helping people feel stronger, healthier, and more confident through every season of life.
CREDENTIALS
B.S. Applied Physiology & Kinesiology, University of Florida
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Former Division 1 Athlete
Former Collegiate Strength Coach
Former Professional Sports Performance Coach
WHY TRUST VALDES PERFORMANCE?
Science-Backed Coaching
Every workout is designed with purpose. Our programs are rooted in proven training principles and tailored to help you build strength safely, effectively, and sustainably.
Over a Decade of Coaching Experience
With over a decade of coaching experience, we've helped people of all fitness levels build strength, move better, and develop habits that support long-term health and wellness.
Intentional Programming
Every workout has a purpose. We take the guesswork out of training with thoughtfully designed programs that help you build strength safely, effectively, and sustainably.
A Community That Cares
You're never just a member. You're part of a supportive community that celebrates your successes, encourages you through challenges, and genuinely cares about your journey.
PARTNERING WITH THE NEXT GENERATION OF PROFESSIONALS
Proud Partner of the UCF Kinesiology Program
Valdes Performance is proud to partner with the University of Central Florida Kinesiology Program to provide hands-on learning opportunities for future professionals in exercise science, kinesiology, health, and human performance.
Through mentorship, observation, and real-world coaching experience, students gain practical skills while learning what it takes to help people improve their health, strength, and quality of life.
We believe great coaching is built through education, experience, and a commitment to lifelong learning. By investing in the next generation of professionals, we're helping raise the standard for coaching while continuing to grow and learn ourselves.
Ready to Get Started?
Take the first step toward feeling stronger, healthier, and more confident!
“Cristina is a great personal trainer. She’s always happy to see everyone coming in to workout. She’s positive and encouraging to my son and me. We love working out with her!”
— Catherine V.
“She has great attention to detail and puts a lot of effort into creating a program specific to your needs. I am very happy to be working with her on my fitness goals.”
— Pawan K.