Our Coaches & Performance Specialists

Meet Our Team

At Bando Performance, our strength and conditioning team is second to none. Handpicked for their expertise, experience, and relentless passion for athletic development, our coaches represent the best in the region. Each member of our team brings a unique background from collegiate and professional athletics to advanced degrees in exercise science, but they all share one mission: TO HELP EACH ATHLETE UNLOCK TRUE POTENTIAL. Whether you’re just starting your journey or chasing the next level, you’ll be guided by strength and conditioning professionals who live and breathe performance training and are fully invested in your success.

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

Charlie Bando

Co-Owner | Director Bando Woburn

Woburn, MA

Nick Albano
Co-Owner | Director Bando Hockey

Nick Albano

Co-Owner | Director Bando Hockey

Woburn, MA

Jason Byrne
Director Bando Performance Center Wellesley

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

Jason Byrne

Director | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

Joe Hoch
Director Bando Dedham

Coach Joe brings experience coaching athletes at every level of sport. He holds a master’s degree in Strength & Conditioning from Springfield College—one of the most respected institutions in exercise science—and has coached across Division I, Division III, prep school, and the private sector. His experience spans professional athletes through youth populations, giving him a well-rounded, practical approach to performance development.

Prior to Springfield College, Joe attended Trinity College, where he served as captain of the men’s basketball team and developed his passion for training and athletic performance. He is driven by helping athletes reach their potential and achieve their competitive goals. Coach Joe combines high-level programming with a strong culture and meaningful coach–athlete relationships to help athletes take the next step in their careers.

Certifications / Degrees:

M.S. (Trinity College) M.Ed (Springfield College)
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Mobility Specialist (FRCms)
CPR/AED and First Aid certified by the American Red Cross

Joe Hoch

Director | Bando Dedham

Dedham, MA

Alexander Zapata
Director | Bando Worcester

Alexander Zapata

Director | Bando Worcester

Worcester, MA

Arianna DiOrio
Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

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

Arianna DiOrio

Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

Mike Taksir
Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

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.

CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) – National Strength and Conditioning Association
- RSCC Designation
Sports Performance Coach Level 1 – USA Weightlifting

Mike Taksir

Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

Luke Glancy
Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Luke Glancy

Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

Pj Celestino
Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Pj Celestino

Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

Chuck Piselli
Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Chuck Piselli

Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

Zanthius Collins
Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Zanthius Collins

Performance Coach | Bando Wellesley

Wellesley, MA

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Worcester

Bando Performance - Worcester
112 Harding Street Worcester, MA 01604

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Wellesley

Bando Performance - Wellesley
900 Worcester Street Wellesley, MA 02482

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Woburn

Bando Performance - Woburn
10 Micro Drive Woburn, MA 01801

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Dedham

Bando Performance - Dedham
1105 East Street, Dedham, MA 02026

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Meet Our Team

Meet Our Team

Charlie Bando

Nick Albano

Jason Byrne

Joe Hoch

Alexander Zapata

Arianna DiOrio

Mike Taksir

Luke Glancy

Pj Celestino

Chuck Piselli

Zanthius Collins

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