Center for Human Athleticism and Musculoskeletal Performance and Prevention (CHAMPP)

For the vibrant Greater Rochester area, UR Medicine's goal is to make ours the healthiest community in America.  Utilizing our expertise in research, data science and analytics, patient outcomes, and world-class care, we have developed a program for athletes and health-minded people to reach their highest level of physical and mental performance, while preventing injury.  The Center for Human Athleticism and Musculoskeletal Performance and Prevention (CHAMPP) provides people of all fitness levels - whether a serious athlete, fitness hobbyist, performer (such as dancer, stage actor or stage musician), or someone who works in physically demanding vocations - the best care and training to allow them to be at their peak fitness level before, during, and after any activity.

What is CHAMPP?

CHAMPP is a new approach to health, wellness, and personal performance that harnesses research, data science, and clinical expertise from several disciplines to help athletes and physically active people have the physical ability to reach their goals and lead their best and fullest lives.  Our vision is to lead people with the best research, technology, and evidence-based practices to prevent injuries and help them achieve their highest level of personal performance regardless of their desired activity or health status.  CHAMPP is a world-class "hub" facility within the Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI) and includes space for training, locker rooms, classrooms/education, and clinical research.

CHAMPP News

Bishop Kearney Athletes Return to Holistic Training With Fitness Science (August 25, 2025)

Channel 8 News highlights the benefits of holistic fitness science training with CHAMPP in the partnership between Bishop Kearney athletes and UR Fitness Science.

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Bishop Kearney Girls’ Hockey Team Partners with URMC for Personalized Training (August 26, 2025)

Channel 10 News shares how CHAMPP's personalized training experience benefits individuals involved in team sports, as is evidenced in the partnership between the Bishop Kearney girls' hockey team and UR Fitness Science.

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Bishop Kearney Girls' Hockey Team Partners with UR Medicine for Science-Based Training (August 25, 2025)

Channel 13 News reports on the benefits of merging natural talent with science as the Bishop Kearney girls' hockey team once again partners with URMC Fitness Science.

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UR Medicine's Fitness Science offers free sports bra fittings (February 19, 2025)

Spectrum News 1 provides insight on the importance of good bra fit for athletic performance and how UR Medicine's Fitness Science is working toward improving bra fit for female athletes and encouraging them to consider sports bras as an essential piece of athletic equipment.

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