Athletic Form
Athletic Form is a premium private personal training studio and official HYROX training center located in the heart of Chiasso, Switzerland. Founded and run by expert trainer Dario Farinelli, our facility is dedicated to helping members achieve their ultimate fitness, strength, and wellness goals. We specialize in highly intensive, customized training programs tailored to individual athletic profiles. Our state-of-the-art services include specialized HYROX race preparation, cutting-edge EMS (Electro Muscle Stimulation) training for rapid results, and dedicated personal coaching. Whether you are a competitive athlete preparing for a fitness race or someone looking to revitalize your health in a private, supportive atmosphere, Athletic Form provides the expert guidance and top-tier equipment needed to unlock your true potential.
Certified HYROX Center
Train with specialized equipment and structures designed specifically for official HYROX athletic events.
Advanced EMS Workouts
Leverage modern electro-stimulation technology to achieve maximum muscle activation in short, 20-minute sessions.
Private Gym Concept
Enjoy focused, distraction-free sessions without the crowd of traditional large commercial fitness centers.
Dario Farinelli
Owner & Head Personal Trainer
Dario is a highly qualified fitness specialist and the founder of Athletic Form. With years of experience in strength conditioning, functional movement, and athletic coaching, he designs personalized plans that deliver sustainable, high-impact results.
Marco, 34 yrs
"The best private training studio in Chiasso. Dario is incredibly professional and knowledgeable. The official HYROX training classes completely transformed my stamina and physical strength."
Elena, 29 yrs
"I love the privacy and focus of this gym. The EMS training is highly effective and saves me a lot of time. Having a coach who pushes you to your limits is a game changer!"
HYROX Performance Zone
A fully optimized training zone equipped with concept2 rowers, ski-ergs, weighted sleds, and custom tracks tailored for official HYROX simulations and physical conditioning.
Private PT & EMS Studio
A dedicated private space featuring state-of-the-art EMS wireless equipment, free weights, and functional training stations where you receive undivided trainer attention.
HYROX Competition Prep
A structured training system simulating actual race conditions, focusing on running endurance combined with high-intensity functional stations.
EMS Fast-Result Training
High-intensity training utilizing safe electronic impulses to activate deeper muscle groups, ideal for toning, weight loss, and muscle recovery.
Corso San Gottardo 88, Chiasso, Ticino, Switzerland
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HYROX Official Training
Préparation aux compétitions HYROX
Personal Training
Specialized class
EMS Training Sessions
Specialized class
Functional Strength
Specialized class
Cardio Conditioning
Entraînement cardiovasculaire haute intensité
Strengths
- Official HYROX Center - One of the few official training centers in the region, offering elite simulation equipment and race preparation coaching.
- Highly Private Atmosphere - A boutique environment that avoids crowding, ensuring absolute focus and dedicated attention from your trainer.
- Advanced EMS Training - Offers state-of-the-art wireless EMS sessions that maximize time efficiency and metabolic rate.
Watch points
- Boutique Scale Gym - Slightly smaller training area compared to massive commercial fitness franchises, focusing on personal coaching rather than self-guided training.
- Limited Sunday Hours - The studio is generally closed on Sundays, reserving this time for recovery or exclusive event bookings.
HYROX Official Training
A dynamic group training session simulating the demands of a HYROX race. The workout covers running segments integrated with high-performance functional movements like sled pushes, rowers, wall balls, and lunges.
Objective: Cardio & Endurance
Private Personal Training
One-on-one customized workouts focusing on your unique physical goals, strength optimization, and postural correction with direct trainer feedback.
Objective: Strength & Technique
EMS Session
A fast-paced, 20-minute metabolic workout using wireless electro-stimulation suits to activate over 90% of your muscle fibers simultaneously.
Objective: Muscle Toning & Metabolic Activation
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Located on the active Corso San Gottardo in Chiasso, Ticino, Athletic Form sits in a lively urban neighborhood near the Swiss-Italian border, ensuring a highly accessible location.
Public transport
Just a short walk from Chiasso Train Station (Stazione FFS) and multiple local bus stops along Corso San Gottardo.
Parking
Street parking available along Corso San Gottardo, with several public parking garages nearby within a 5-minute walking distance.
Landmarks
Approach
We believe in a highly structured, scientifically-backed approach to physical training, where every repetition serves a functional purpose.
Methodology
Our coaching blends premium functional movement patterns, targeted metabolic training like HYROX setups, and active bio-electrical stimulation (EMS) to accelerate performance safely.
Progression
Members undergo baseline physical evaluations to determine starting metrics, allowing customized progression pathways with regular performance check-ins every 4-6 weeks.
Single Personal Training Session
- 1-on-1 Dedicated Coaching
- Customized Workout Plan
- Postural Assessment Included
HYROX Monthly Membership
- Unlimited HYROX Classes
- Access to Specialized HYROX Equipment
- Race Strategy Planning
EMS Performance Pack (10 Sessions)
- 10 Private EMS Workouts
- Wireless EMS Suit Rental
- Progress Monitoring
First visit
Arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled session. You will be greeted by Dario Farinelli, who will conduct a brief consultation about your goals, medical history, and physical baseline.
Required equipment
Comfortable workout clothes, flat-soled athletic shoes, a water bottle, and a personal gym towel. For EMS training, specialized undergarments are provided.
What a typical session looks like
Every session begins with a joint mobility warm-up, followed by your custom program or HYROX simulation circuit, and concludes with a targeted flexibility cool-down (Total: 60 minutes, or 20 minutes for EMS).
HYROX & Cardio Stations
Strength & Functional
Advanced Technology
Athletic Form HYROX Simulation Day
An intense group event simulating the full HYROX running and functional workout sequence to test fitness limits.
EMS Open House & Demo Day
A community event where visitors can test the advanced EMS suits and receive free body composition analysis.
Dario Farinelli
Dario Farinelli is the driving force behind Athletic Form in Chiasso. With extensive training in physical conditioning and functional biomechanics, he is highly dedicated to crafting high-efficiency programs. His unique combination of traditional personal training, modern HYROX preparation, and advanced EMS technologies has made his studio a premier performance destination in Ticino.
HYROX Switzerland
Official affiliation designating Athletic Form as a certified, equipped training location for HYROX fitness competitions.
A variety of private coaching options, EMS packages, and official HYROX training memberships are available. The first trial session is free for all new local clients.