BOSTON – August 18, 2025 – CoachUp Inc., the nation’s largest online marketplace for private sports coaching, today announced the acquisition of Bando Performance, a leading athletic training and sports performance company. This strategic acquisition will launch a new venture, CoachUp Performance Centers, with the vision of offering best-in-class athletic development through integrated strength and conditioning and sport-specific skill development.
The new CoachUp Performance Centers will combine Bando’s state-of-the-art training facilities and research-backed strength and conditioning programs with CoachUp’s extensive network of expert coaches and technology platform. This acquisition marks a significant step in athletic development, moving beyond traditional coaching to provide a holistic, in-person training experience.
CoachUp acquires Bando Performance to elevate the athletic training marketplace
“For years, CoachUp has successfully connected athletes with the best coaches to improve their skills and confidence,” said Alex Stone, CEO of CoachUp Inc. “Acquiring Bando Performance allows us to create physical destinations where our coaching expertise is amplified by world-class athletic training. We are bridging the gap between digital and physical training to create an unmatched experience for athletes of all ages and skill levels.”
Charlie Bando, Director of Strength and Conditioning at Bando Performance, commented, “Bando has always been dedicated to unlocking human potential through targeted strength and conditioning, with a strong focus on injury prevention. By joining CoachUp, we can now seamlessly integrate our foundational physical development with the sport-specific skill work that has been CoachUp’s core strength. The CoachUp Performance Centers will be the ultimate training ground for the modern athlete.”
CoachUp Performance Centers will offer comprehensive training and rehab opportunities
The new centers will offer comprehensive programs, including:
- Strength and Conditioning: Research-backed training to improve power, speed, agility, and overall physical resilience.
- Sport-Specific Skill Development: Hands-on coaching from CoachUp’s vetted network of private coaches to refine techniques and tactics for individual sports.
- Physical Therapy/Return-to-Play: A dedicated program to help athletes recover from injuries, safely return to competition, and prevent future setbacks.
The first CoachUp Performance Centers will be located in Woburn, Wellesley, Worcester, and Dedham, Massachusetts, with plans in place for a rapid national rollout. The company aims to redefine how young athletes train and develop, providing them with the tools to succeed both in their sport and in life.
About CoachUp Inc. and Bando Performance
CoachUp Inc.
Founded in 2011, CoachUp is a venture-funded startup based in Boston. It operates as the
nation’s largest online marketplace connecting athletes with private coaches for over 30 sports,
making private coaching accessible, safe, and effective. For more information, visit
www.coachup.com.
Bando Performance
Bando Performance has established itself as a premier destination for athletic training in
Massachusetts. The company specializes in strength and conditioning programs tailored to
athletes of all ages, with a mission to reduce the risk of injury while increasing athletic
performance. For more information, visit www.bando-performance.com.
Media Contact
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