Cornell Performance Academy

Philosophy focuses on pushing boundaries, challenging limits, and helping athletes discover their full potential. With a background in strength and conditioning, nutrition, and mental toughness training, Raquel brings a holistic approach to performance coaching. Our coaching team is dedicated to helping athletes of all levels achieve their goals, whether they are looking to enhance their athletic performance, improve their overall fitness, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle.

Located in the heart of Hamilton, Cornell Performance Academy (CPA) is a state-of-the-art athletic performance facility that offers a wide range of services to help individuals reach their fitness goals. With a focus on building complete athletes through the development of force, power, speed, and conditioning, CPA aims to elevate and enhance performance in both mind and body.

As a member of the CPA community, individuals have access to the entire facility, personalized and specific training programs, group training options, performance programs, and nutritional coaching. The facility boasts 10,000 square feet of training floor space, multiple training rooms, training racks, barbell and dumbbell weights, performance bands, sleds, tires, circuit machines, and more. In addition to in-person training, online and virtual membership and training programs are also available.

At CPA, the coaching team is led by Michael and Raquel Cornell, who have a combined 21 years of experience in the fitness industry. Michael, a 6-year CFL veteran, brings expertise in exercise physiology, kinesiology, corrective movement patterns, and sports psychology, while Raquel's background in strength and conditioning, nutrition, and mental toughness training adds a holistic approach to coaching. Together, they aim to empower athletes of all levels to push their boundaries and achieve their full potential.

Whether you are an aspiring athlete looking to take your performance to the next level, a fitness enthusiast seeking to improve your overall health and wellness, or someone simply looking to lead a healthier lifestyle, Cornell Performance Academy is committed to helping you reach your goals. Join the CPA community today and become part of a family that motivates, inspires, and supports one another on the journey to optimal performance and wellness.