Bando Performance Staff
Meet Our Team
Charlie Bando
Co-Owner/Director of Performance
Charlie is a native of Wakefield, MA. Growing up, hockey was the main focus for Charlie. He played for multiple different teams including the Assabet Valley Patriots and Minuteman Flames. After his youth hockey career, Charlie played junior hockey for the Boston Junior Bruins and the Northern Cyclones.
His pursuit of the game of hockey landed him a spot at Castleton University in Castleton, Vermont. Charlie went on to graduate from Castleton University with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science. While at Castleton, Charlie was a captain of the hockey team from 2014-2016.
After college, Charlie took a job as the head strength and conditioning coach of the Northern Junior Cyclones. After a short stint with the Cyclones, Charlie landed an internship at Harvard University working with their strength and conditioning staff. During his time at Harvard he assisted in training all 42 varsity sports teams, as well as helping former athletes to prepare them for the NFL combine and other professional sports. Charlie’s most recent position before opening Bando Performance was working with Ben Prentiss at Prentiss Hockey Performance in Stamford, CT. Prentiss Hockey Performance was responsible for overseeing Boston University Hockey as well as consulting for the New York Rangers. During his time at PHP, Charlie assisted in training a handful of NHL/AHL athletes such as all stars Cam Atkinson, Kevin Shattenkirk, Matt Moulson, Max Paccioretty and James Neal as well as two time Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Quick. While at PHP, he also assisted in developing prospects for the New York Rangers and countless NCAA Division 1 athletes.
Since 2019, Charlie has grown Bando Performance into the largest footprint of strength and conditioning space in Massachusetts. With locations in Woburn, Wellesley, Worcester, Dedham & Bridgewater; Bando Performance is home to athletes ranging from youth to professional and Olympic athletes.
Charlie will also be responsible for directing strength and conditioning services for the Boston Fleet of the PWHL as well as the Worcester Railers (New York Islanders affiliate) of the ECHL.
CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- Gray Institute Certified
- Certified Functional Strength and Conditioning Coach
- USA Hockey Level 1
- Mobility Specialist (FRCms)
- PNOE Metabolic Analysis
- CPR/AED and First Aid certified by the American Red Cross
Jason Byrne
Jason Byrne is a graduate of Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut, having earned a Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training and sports medicine. While attending Quinnipiac, he worked with baseball, women’s basketball and soccer as part of his clinical experience. Also, he worked with the football programs at Yale University and the University of Tennessee.
Byrne went on to take a position at John Hopkins University, primarily working with the football, wrestling, tennis and women’s basketball teams. During this time, he also earned a Master of Science degree from Towson University in Maryland.
In 2012, Byrne became an athletic trainer and a performance coach for Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts. While at Brandeis, he also served as a clinical preceptor and instructor for undergraduate and graduate sports medicine students attending Brandeis from Lasell University.
Over the years, Byrne has worked with the Chesapeake Bayhawks and Boston Cannons Major League Lacrosse professional men’s teams. From 2016 to 2020, he served as the head athletic trainer for the Boston Cannons.
At Boston Sports Performance Center, he is excited to partner with a wide variety of clients and athletes to achieve their goals no matter if its rehabilitation following a surgery or concussion or purely wanting to improve performance.
CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- National Athletic Trainers Association
- National Strength and Conditioning Association
Arianna DiOrio
Arianna DiOrio is a graduate of Lasell University having earned a Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training in 2014.
After graduating, DiOrio took a position at Wellesley College, primarily working with the soccer, basketball, swim and dive, squash and softball teams.
In 2015, DiOrio rejoined the Lasell University Laser community as an athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coordinator working with the women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, cross country, track and field, and baseball teams.
She also served as a clinical preceptor for undergraduate and graduate athletic training students attending the university. DiOrio earned a master’s degree in rehabilitation sciences degree from Lasell University during this time.
In her role at the Bando Performance, DiOrio is determined to provide the highest quality of care for all clients and athletes.
CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- National Athletic Trainers Association
Mike Taksir
Mike Taksir is a graduate of Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology. While at Hofstra, Mike was an intern with Professional Athletic Performance Center where he was able to work with multiple MLB and NHL athletes. After graduating from Hofstra he began working for The Micheli Center, holding various roles within the Division of Sports Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital.
In 2015, Mike attended the University of Miami where he completed his Master of Science degree in Kinesiology, focusing in Strength and Conditioning and Sports Nutrition.
At Miami, he was a student strength and conditioning coach working with the football program and assisted with men’s tennis, women’s volleyball and rowing. After obtaining his graduate degree, Mike began supporting the U.S. Air Force as a contracted Human Performance Director. In this role, he oversaw the strength and conditioning programs for two Special Forces Pararescue units, F-35 pilots, and various military personnel. He also assisted with developing a career-specific fitness test for Air Force Special Operations Command.
In his role at the Boston Sports Performance Center, he strives to help athletes improve performance and return to competition after overcoming an injury.
In his role at the Boston Sports Performance Center, he strives to help athletes improve performance and return to competition after overcoming an injury.
CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) – National Strength and Conditioning Association
- RSCC Designation
- Sports Performance Coach Level 1 – USA Weightlifting
“Training under Charlie last summer was the main reason why my first season in professional hockey went so well. His attention to detail and commitment to development helped push me to new heights on and off the ice. Not only did I become stronger and faster, but we had a great time working each and… Read more “Alex Rauter”
Pittsburgh Penguins Organization
Alex Rauter
We highly recommend Bando performance. Not only did he rehab my son’s torn ACL, but they also healed his broken spirit. I don’t know where we would be without Bando Performance.
Parent of Athlete
Jessica Camelio