About The Athletes Lab Chilliwack
Our Mission
At The Athletes Lab, we aim to empower athletes of all levels to reach their highest potential by providing world-class training, expert coaching, and a supportive environment. We are committed to developing strength, speed, agility, and mental resilience while fostering a culture of excellence and community. Our goal is to keep Fraser Valley’s top talent thriving locally, ensuring that every athlete has the opportunity to grow, compete, and succeed—on and off the field.
Our History
Ryk Piche – The Athletes Lab
Ryk Piche, founder of The Athletes Lab, is a passionate and dedicated coach committed to elevating athletes to their highest potential. With decades of experience in athletic training, coaching, and mentorship, Ryk combines his expertise with a hands-on approach to deliver programs focused on strength, speed, agility, and injury prevention.
As an accomplished football coach with over 20 years of experience in BC high school football, Ryk brings a unique blend of discipline, precision, and energy to his coaching. His well-rounded approach emphasizes technical skill development, athletic performance, and mental toughness, creating well-prepared, confident athletes.
Between his playing career and coaching career, Ryk has amassed close to 40 years of football and training knowledge, making him a trusted expert in athlete development and performance. He currently serves as the Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator for the Valley Huskers in the BCFC Junior Football Conference, continuing to mentor and develop athletes at a high level.
Ryk has trained and coached athletes who have advanced to compete at the highest levels, including the NCAA, U SPORTS, CIS, BCFC, CJFL, CFL, and NFL. He has also achieved success at the high school level, winning multiple AAA championships throughout his career.
Ryk’s programs at The Athletes Lab cater to athletes of all levels and focus on position-specific training, off-season development, and customized coaching for football players, martial artists, and other high-performing athletes. Known for fostering a positive and competitive environment, Ryk inspires athletes to push their limits while prioritizing injury prevention and longevity in their sport.
This commitment to discipline, focus, and resilience translates into all aspects of his coaching, setting athletes up for success both physically and mentally.
With his deep understanding of sports, commitment to excellence, and ability to connect with athletes, Ryk Piche continues to help individuals unlock their full potential, making The Athletes Lab synonymous with next-level training and athletic success.
Our Team
At The Athletes Lab Chilliwack, we are committed to developing and empowering athletes of all levels. Our mission is to provide personalized training programmes that help you reach your highest potential in sports performance.
Founder
Ryk Piche
Ryk Piche, founder of The Athletes Lab, is a passionate and dedicated coach committed to elevating athletes to their highest potential. With decades of experience in athletic training, coaching, and mentorship, Ryk combines his expertise with a hands-on approach to deliver programs focused on strength, speed, agility, and injury prevention.
As an accomplished football coach with over 20 years of experience in BC high school football, Ryk brings a unique blend of discipline, precision, and energy to his coaching. His well-rounded approach emphasizes technical skill development, athletic performance, and mental toughness, creating well-prepared, confident athletes.